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

Finalist: 13-15 year olds

Isabella Matthews Luella

Age 13

13-15 year olds

My portrait is of my close friend Luella. She has been a massive role model and an inspirational and supportive friend throughout my first high school year and has given me motivation and support in my lows and highs. I wanted to thank her by creating this drawing.