Gallery 3
Opening Saturday 21 November, 2026, 6-8pm
Sunday 22 November - Sunday 13 December
Celebrating the creativity, skill and imagination of Australia's next generation of artists, M16 Artspace is proud to present the fifth Young Drawers Prize. Dedicated to artists aged 18 years and under, the prize provides a platform for young creatives to share their work, gain recognition, and exhibit within a professional gallery environment.
Presented alongside the M16 Artspace Drawing Prize, the Young Drawers Prize continues M16's commitment to supporting and championing emerging artistic talent from across Australia.
2026 Finalists
Senior Category (12 - 18 years)
Penelope A
Wenqi C
Sukaina D
Aliah O
Steven P
Ashley S
Baian S
Genevieve S
Serena S
Alan W
Annie W
Emma W
Junior Category (11 years and under)
Eleanor B
Harland F
Laura J
Aerin K
Ian K
Sean K
Abigail L
Sophia R
Gianna S
Taiga S
Skylar W
Eddie Z
Digital Drawing Prize (Junior + Senior)
Leon A
Alicia L
Evelyn P
Jasmin P
Diala Q
Genevieve S
Nathan T
Aaron W