Calling all young artists aged 4–14 across the Bay of Plenty! Get your creativity flowing and show us your vision of the future in this year’s exciting theme: “The Future Is… / Ko…te anamata”. Whether it’s robots, eco-utopias, new inventions, futuristic cities or magical dream worlds — let your imagination shine!

We’ve got over $1,000 in prizes ready to reward creativity, imagination, and originality. Entry is free—and you could win a range of great prizes.

Why enter the awards?
• Be part of a real art exhibition
• Have your artwork appreciated by the community
• Get the chance to win cash prizes and art awards
• Build confidence, creativity, and recognition
• It’s fun, free, and a fabulous way to express yourself!

Who can enter and how?
• Tamariki aged 4–14 years old as of 16 June 2025
• Living in the Bay of Plenty region
• Submit one original artwork per child
• Open to drawings, paintings, mixed media, collages, or sculptures
(Digital art is welcome — but must be printed for display if selected)

Let your art shape the future!
From bold brushstrokes to big ideas — the Acorn Foundation Junior Art Awards offer your chance to shine. We can’t wait to see what the future looks like through your eyes.