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East Gippsland celebrates young creatives as 2025 Youth Art Prize entries open on 4 July 2025

Entries for East Gippsland's 2025 Youth Art Prize open 4 July, inviting artists aged 12 - 25 to showcase creativity, connect with the community, and exhibit their work professionally.

By news@gippsland - 25th June 2025 - Back to News

Entries for the 2025 Youth Art Prize open on Friday 4 July - a vibrant competition that celebrates and empowers young artists across the region. East Gippsland Shire Council invites creatives aged 12 to 25 to share their vision, talent, and unique voice through art. Whether it's a sketch, a sculpture, a photograph, or a digital design, all mediums are welcome in this inclusive celebration of creativity.

Image from 2023 East Gippsland Youth Art Prize. The Youth Art Prize celebrates young talent, offering a creative platform to connect, express, learn, and exhibit professionally across East Gippsland

Image from 2023 East Gippsland Youth Art Prize. The Youth Art Prize celebrates young talent, offering a creative platform to connect, express, learn, and exhibit professionally across East Gippsland

Youth art celebration

More than just a competition, the Youth Art Prize is a celebration of connection, community, and expression. It's a platform for young people to explore their creativity, learn from others, and showcase their art in a professional setting.

The competition celebrates the incredible depth of talent and storytelling among our youth and highlights the powerful role young people play in shaping the future of the region's arts and culture. It also offers them a real-world opportunity to exhibit professionally.

Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or refining your next portfolio piece, the Youth Art Prize is your chance to be seen, heard, and become part of something inspiring. To submit your application, visit: eastgippsland.smartygrants.com.au/YAP25 and get ready to let your creativity shine.

Key dates

  • Entries open: 4 July 2025
  • Entries close: 1 October 2025 at 5pm
  • Awards Night: 16 October 2025
  • Exhibition: 16 - 26 October 2025

Pictures from East Gippsland Shire Council Facebook page.


Source: http://gippsland.com/

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