Young Archie Moree BAAM

Opportunity Description

‘The Archibald Prize 2026’ is coming to BAMM and so is the Young Archie competition!Budding artists between the ages of 5 and 18 are invited to submit an A3 (vertical or horizontal) portrait for the Young Archie competition, as part of our family-focused activities for the ‘Archibald Prize 2026’ regional tour. The portrait should be of a person who is special to you – someone who is known to you and plays a significant role in your life.There are four age categories:· 5–8-year-olds· 9–12-year-olds· 13–15-year-olds· 16–18-year-oldsWe prefer that the portrait is ‘painted from life’ and that your subject has a sitting for their portrait. You may also create the portrait from memory or take your own photograph to use for reference.The competition will be judged by a panel, based on merit and originality.The finalists from each category will be exhibited at the Gallery and on the Gallery website. One winner will be chosen in each category. Each winner will receive prizes provided by AGNSW.Entries must be received by Friday 30 October 2026. Finalists will be on display on Thursday 12 November 2026 and winners will be announced on Friday 13th November 2026.Contact BAMM on 02 5764 0955 or hello@bamm.org.au for more information and an entry form.‘Archibald Prize 2026’ is an Art Gallery of New South Wales touring exhibition, and the regional tour is supported by major partner Optus.