Entries for the 2023 NAIDOC Week Art Competition have now closed. Stay tuned, winners will be announced during NAIDOC Week!
At Mylestones, we have a strong respect and value for First Nations peoples and cultures in the communities we serve.
As part of our commitment to building meaningful relationships and opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Mylestones are holding our annual Indigenous Art Competition.
The competition is divided into two categories:
Creative Ability: Beginner level
Up-and-Coming Artist: Intermediate level or above
Who can enter?
We are looking for artists across Australia of all ages and experience. You don’t have to be a Mylestones client to enter, but we’d love to see some of our clients’ artworks!
Artists must:
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Be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
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Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
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Be an individual aged 10 years or older
Please note, to ensure fair judging, group entries are limited to two people.
How does it work?
You can read about the guidelines here, but the theme of the artwork needs to reflect the NAIDOC Week 2023, For Our Elders.
Artworks can be of painting, graphic design or drawing artistic mediums, submitted in one of the two categories: Creative Ability or Up-and-Coming Artist
Creative Ability: Beginner level
Up-and-Coming Artist: Intermediate level or above
All entries will be judged by a panel comprising members of the Mylestones community and First Nations artists.
What do artists receive?
The winning artists will receive cash prizes and acknowledgement across Mylestones social media platforms and website.
How do I enter?
Entries are open now and will close on 23 June 2023 at 5 pm.
We can’t wait to see what you create. If you would like more information or are having difficulty submitting your entry, please email enquiries@cootharinga.org.au or call 1800 266 842.
Enter Now
Entries have now closed. Stay tuned for details on the winners!
All entries need to be submitted through the Cootharinga web form.
Past Winners
2022 Up and Coming Winner - Ken Gow
2022 Creative Ability Winner - Norah Sabo
