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

Finalist: 9-12 year olds

Patrick Jirgens Opa

Age 11

9-12 year olds

I have painted my opa because he was really good at chess and mathematics, and he inspired me to do those things. He was also extremely nice to me. Unfortunately, he passed away in 2015 and I miss him a lot. This is why I painted my opa.