The aim of the Young Artist Awards is to showcase and celebrate emerging young artists through a professional exhibition at the Zig Zag Gallery in Kalamunda, connecting the community with up-and-coming young creatives.
For 2023 our theme is "A Medley of You" which aims to inspire a journey of self-expression and identity to explore all the different aspects that make you who you are. The theme can be taken as literal or as vague as you like with the purpose being focused on showcasing the uniqueness of the young people in Kalamunda and how we all fit together to create the Kalamunda Community.
Award Categories
Main prize of $400 and a total prize pool of $1100 with some additional prizes as well.
| Category | Ages |
|---|
| Best Piece | 16 - 25 |
| Best Piece | 11- 15 |
| Highly Commended | 11-15 |
| Highly Commended | 16-25 |
| Emerging Artist Award (Best Overall Piece) | Open |
| Peoples Choice | Open |
Eligibility
If you are aged between 11 and 25 years and live, work, volunteer or study in the City of Kalamunda we invite you to submit your art. Artworks submitted will be reviewed by a panel of judges and a selection will be chosen
to display at the September gallery exhibition.
The criteria that will be used in the selection process includes:
- Incorporation of the theme
- Complies with Terms & Conditions in the Application Form
- Some use of arts practices:
Line, shape, forms, space, colour, texture
Contrast, rhythm, proportion, balance, unity, emphasis, movement, variety
- Artist Statement Content (component of the application form)
Art Forms & Materials
Art forms eligible for the Young Artist Awards include:
- Drawing
- Painting
- Printmaking
- Illustration
- Photography
- Sculpture
- Mixed Media Artwork
- Multimedia
2D works are not to exceed 1100mm x 1100mm.
3D works are not to exceed 1m square or weigh more than 25kg.
How Your Work Must be Presented
All 2D work (drawing, painting, photography, etc.) must be framed (or mounted on a board) and ready to hang:
- Secure wire or string using D-Rings attached either side.
- All artworks must be clearly labelled with the artist’s name, phone number and artwork title attached to the back of the work.
3D works must be structurally sound enough to be self-supported on a plinth.
Sale of Works
This exhibition is targeted towards up-and-coming young artists in the community. To engage in the full experience artists who would like to sell their artworks will be able to. Artworks submitted are not required to be made available for sale and if you would like to retain your work you can. When submitting, there is a section where you have the ability to select your own price for the piece. If you are uncertain as to how to price your work, please get in touch.
Judging
The Young Artist Awards are judged by a panel of judges featuring arts professionals, including a representatives from the City of Kalamunda’s Arts Advisory Committee as well as a representative from the City of Kalamunda's Youth Services Team who have chosen the theme for the awards. The judge’s decision is final, however young people are welcome to request feedback
from the judges about their work.
Awards Announcement & Exhibition Opening Night
The Young Artist Awards Exhibition Opening Night is held at the Zig Zag Gallery in Kalamunda.
This is a free event, and all applicants, family, friends and other supporters are invited to this celebration of young artists. The evening will feature live music, drinks and nibbles. You must reserve a ticket to attend this evening.
* Please note, as this is an
all-ages event, the exhibition opening night will be alcohol free.
Submissions have now closed.