Current Artsoz review of youth art competitions and school-age art opportunities.
Youth opportunities need extra checks for age category, permission, privacy, entry format and school involvement.
Last updated: May 2026.
| Prize | State | Category | Opening | Closing | Fee | Prize / status | Official |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Young Archie Competition Ages 5–18 in four categories; check official birth-date criteria | National / NSW | Youth portrait | 27 January 2026 | 2 March 2026, 5pm | No fee | Closed for 2026; winners announced 4 July 2026 Age-category winners / check official Art Gallery of NSW 2026 Young Archie entry page | Official |
| Mosman Youth Art Prize Sydney-based artists aged 12–21; check official terms | NSW | Youth | 2026 entries were open; now closed | 10 March 2026, 11pm | $15 | Closed for 2026 Check official prize details Mosman Art Gallery 2026 event page | Official |
This page is a planning guide for artists, students or families considering the Youth Art Competitions Open Now. It explains what matters before entering, but it does not replace the official entry terms.
| Prize / opportunity | Youth Art Competitions Open Now |
|---|---|
| Category | Art prize / competition |
| State / scope | Check official |
| Who it may suit | Artists or entrants who meet official eligibility rules. |
| Opening period | Check official |
| Closing date | Check official |
| Entry fee | Check official |
| Prize amount | Check official |
| Acquisitive? | Check official |
| Exhibition | Check official |
| Status | Review official |
| Official source | Open official source |
Many artists lose time on prizes that are not a good fit. Before entering, compare the prize requirements with your actual work, budget and timeline. A smaller local prize that fits your work may be more useful than a famous prize entered in a rush.
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