We acknowledge the Gadigal of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the Country on which the Art Gallery of NSW stands.

Winner: 16-18 year olds

Charliese Allen Momasito

Age 16

16-18 year olds

This portrait portrays and is dedicated to my mum. She is the strongest person I have ever met, and whenever I feel like I have no one else to turn to, or I feel lost, I know I can go to her. She has a heart of gold and stays strong even through the toughest of times, and I wanted to portray that here – her vulnerable and caring presence side by side with her iron will.