SCS Portrait prize catalogue 2023

Adrian Kakavelis Dedo Water Colour on Paper St Michael’s Catholic Primary School Stanmore My portrait is of my grandfather Dedo. This is what we call grandfathers in Macedonian. He is my mum’s dad. He is very special to me because he gives my sister and I chocolate. He sometimes collects me from school. He loves watching soccer on TV. I love him very much. I painted him blue and green because they are my favourite colours. I used lead pencil and watercolours to create my artwork. I outlined my portrait in Black Marker. Sophia-Rose Haddad Summers Day soft pastels, textas, crayons, oil pastels, watercolour paints and lead pencils St Charles’ Catholic Primary School Ryde I choose to draw myself. I drew myself because I know myself well which meant I could use a lot of detail as I know myself well. Giraffes are one of my favourite animals. They are very unique and that’s why I included them. I drew my dog, Shadow, on my shoulder as he is my best friend and I miss him when we are apart. I feel like my best self when he is around. 51

5-8 years old Lea Calvo-Campos My Best Friend Oil Pastel on Paper St Michael’s Catholic Primary School Stanmore My portrait is of my best friend Ciara. She is very special to me because she is my really good friend. Ciara is very kind, she helps me, she plays with me and she is funny. We always have play dates and make up games. She has slept over at my house twice. She has a cute, fluffy bunny named Toby. I used lead pencil to draw Ciara and oil pastels to add colour. I used a fast impressionist technique of quick strokes, like Vincent Van Gogh. Liam Collins My Grandpa Charcoal on Paper St Michael’s Catholic Primary School Stanmore My portrait is of my grandpa. He is 68 years old. He is very special to me because he teaches me things like riding my skateboard. He also spoils me and buys me expensive things such as my professional skateboard. He also bought my dad a pink skateboard. We have fun together. I especially like it when he picks me up and throws me in the pool. I used lead pencil to draw grandpa and wax crayons to add colour. I outlined my portrait in black marker. 52

Margaux Abrams Seb and Rainbow Sky Oil Pastel on Paper St Michael’s Catholic Primary School Stanmore My portrait is of my brother Seb. He is two years old. He is very special to me because he is my little brother and I love him. He is really funny and makes me laugh with his funny words. When he wakes up in his cot he sings nonsense songs like “ba ba ba”. I like rainbows behind him because it looks pretty and makes Seb look colourful. I used lead pencil to draw Seb and Wax crayons to add colour. I outlined my portrait in Black Marker. Pia Famularo Livi Water Colour on Paper St Michael’s Catholic Primary School Stanmore My portrait is of my sister Livia. She is seven years old. She is very special to me because we play games together like Roblox. We also play dress ups. Livia dresses up as Belle from Beauty and the Beast. We share a bedroom with connected beds. I love her very much. I used lead pencil and watercolours to create my artwork of Livi. I outlined my portrait in Black Marker. 53

5-8 years old Don Do My Friend David Coloured Pencil on Paper Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Primary School Waterloo My special person is David because he plays with me. I always feel safe around David. I drew books and a robot because they’re his favourite things. To create my portrait, I used coloured pencils and, coloured markers. Fiona Li In Tears Lead Pencil on Paper Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Villawood I wanted to draw a lady who is sad and in tears because it reminds me of my mum when she’s unhappy. This is how she looks, and I wanted to draw her because I really love her. My mum means a lot to me, and I wanted to capture her sadness when she’s upset. I used a lead pencil to draw, sharpening tools to do shading, and rubber to help me blend my drawing. 54

Alina Lam My Mum Coloured Pencil on Paper Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Villawood I wanted to draw my mum because I love her very much. She always cared for me and always helped me if I needed help. She feeds me, makes me sleep, plays with me, reads books for me, loves me, brushes my teeth, and draws with me. I choose to draw her because she is the most important person in my life, and I look up to her. I couldn’t think of anyone who could be more significant than my Mum. I used oil pastels, crayons, colours pencils, used tissues to blend them in, sharpening tools, a lead pencil, a blender and an eraser. 55

95--182 yyeeaarrss oolldd Warranha Munro My Best Friend Xavier Coloured Pencil on Paper Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Primary School Waterloo My portrait is of my friend Xavier who is in my year 2 class. He is my best friend and we always play exciting games together. I used coloured pencils and coloured markers to create my artwork. In the background, I drew different electronics that he loves to use. 56

Nina ChauNikki My Sister Coloured Pencil on Paper Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Primary School Waterloo The portrait I created is of my little sister Nikki. She is cute and always wants me to play fun games with her, like playing with Barbie dolls and drawing. I used coloured pencils and watercolours for the background. I drew animals, rainbows, flowers and unicorns in the background, because those are her favourite things. Zoe O’Mealey My special cousin Avani Coloured Pencil on Paper Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Primary School Waterloo My portrait is of my special cousin Avani. She means a lot to me and is kind. I used pencils, pen markers and textas to create my artwork. I drew love hearts around her because she has a beautiful heart. 57

5-8 years old Alease Tran My mum Coloured Pencil on A4 Paper Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Cabramatta I drew my mother because she is beautiful and she helps me to learn. Andrew Khuu My mum Coloured Pencil on A4 Paper Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Cabramatta I chose to draw my dad because he loves me and he also works hard for our family. 58

Adrianna Fuataga My mum Coloured Pencil and Watercolour Paints on A4 Paper Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Cabramatta I chose to draw my mum because she looks after our family. 59

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Ky Tran My mum Coloured Pencil on A4 Paper Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Cabramatta I chose to draw my mum because she loves me. She is kind and caring. Scarlett Mourad I’m Thinking Coloured pencil Regina Coeli Beverly Hills I have drawn myself thinking. I used a soft lead pencil to keep my portrait in grey tones. Then I thought about what makes me unique and the things that are special to me and drew them in colour above me like I was thinking of them. 61

9-12 years old Christos Bebos Year 7 Portrait of Mr Garcia Acrylic Paint on Paper Ashfield - De La Salle College This portrait is of Mr Garcia who is a teacher at De La Salle College, Ashfield. In order to paint the background I had sent him several questions to answer about himself. One thing I had found was that he was interested in Spain. This is why I decided to paint the flags of Spain in the background. Mr Garcia also has an interest in outdoor sports and this is why I painted the blue sky and white clouds. I found the easiest part to paint was the top of his head as he doesnt have any hair. Kiera Vo (9 years) Cousin Sketch Lead Pencil on Paper St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Georges Hall I chose to create an artwork of my cousin because she inspires me to help others. She is one of my favourite cousins. I used pencil to sketch and shade and watercolour for the background. I used blue because it is my favourite colour and because it made the sketch stand out. 62

Sofia Mortimer (10 Years) Beach Fun Coloured Pencil on Paper St Ambrose Catholic Primary School Concord West I chose to draw my cousin Niki (short for Nicole) because she has a cute and funny personality and she’s very special to me. Next to her I drew a little sandcastle with the engraving Niki in the middle. This shows how creative and determined she is. Also, I put her in her unicorn swimmers as she loves these swimmers and she wears them every time we go swimming. In the background you can see a beautiful sunset. My cousin adores the beautiful colours of the setting sun. I love Niki with all my heart. 63

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Ella Tancre Jonas Limtungan Baby Dream Dad Acrylic Paint on Paper Coloured Pencil on Paper St Ambrose Catholic Primary School Concord West St Ambrose Catholic Primary School Concord West The person I decided to do is my dad Eddy because he does This drawing is of my parents’ friend’s baby and her everything for me and he loves me so much. He’s wearing name is Zola. The reason I drew her is because I loved a blue shirt and holding a yoyo because he made a phrase hanging out with her and she would always have a saying “life is like a yoyo, it always goes up and down”. His smile on her face and she loved playing with her toys. mind is open and filled with all his favourite things like hot I love playing with babies and I love the creative ways foods, badminton, family and ping pong and the empty they have when playing with their toys. areas mean that he still has more memories to fill. I created I drew her outfit with bright colours because she is very a space themed background because my dad and love bold and loud in her actions and sounds. She has brown talking about the universe. hair and brown eyes with a lot of character. Isabel Rickard The Puzzle Piece Oil Pastel on Paper St Ambrose Catholic Primary School Concord West I drew my best friend Leah because she has a unique personality and she is super smart which makes her special. I made her have a magical rainbow face because she has a bright life with lots to know about. The reason I made the background like a puzzle is because our friendship is like a puzzle, it fits perfectly together. When working on Leah’s clothes, I gave her a black shirt with a sun shining because she brightens up all of my rainy days. 65

9-12 years old Sofia Zarantonello Cars Mixed Media on Paper St Ambrose Catholic Primary School Concord West This artwork is based on my little cousin Noah and his obsession with toy cars. I used soft pastel to create the shade of his skin and to colour his tie-dye shirt. Oil pastels with occasional gold highlights were used for his long hair. I carefully sketched his eyes with pencil and I visualised the background as a race track to express his passion for cars. This is also shown in the multiple cars that I coloured in with watercolour pencils. Madison Crisafulli DJ Robbie St Ambrose Catholic Primary School Concord West Charcoal on Paper My portrait is of my father. The artwork shows my dad DJing which is his hobby. In the background, I have shown 3 posters of his favourite things: Air Jordan/ Michael Jordan, Marvel and Star Wars. He is wearing his signature beats mixr headphones. I drew him with a concentrated and a frowning face as he always tends to get frustrated if something goes wrong. I choose to use red and green soft pastel on the background because those are my dad’s favourite colours and his background is Italian. I used charcoal on him and the DJ set because charcoal is a great medium to use for shading and tone. 66

Patrick Thomas Self-Portrait Watercolour Pencil on Mixed Media Paper Marist College Eastwood This art work portrays me holding a novel, books and reading are my favourite things and this self-portrait provides insight into my character, ‘me’ - an avid reader. The piece was inspired by Henri Matisse and the Fauvists. The portrait then was laid out in a grid pattern, similar to the artmaking practice of Chuck Close. Each square was 3 by 3 centimetres, so the page, in total, was composed of a 10 x 14 grid, so 140 squares in total. I really enjoyed creating this piece. 67

9-12 years old William Orchard A Fauvist Fantasy Colour Pencil on Mixed Media Paper Marist College Eastwood Artist Statement: ‘A Fauvist Fantasy’ is a self-portrait of myself laying down with my hands behind my head. The artwork was inspired by the Fauvist art style of 20th Century Paris, particularly the works of Henri Matisse. This inspiration is seen in the organic shapes, bold colours and Matisse inspired patterns used in my artwork such as the Lily Pads from his 1912 artwork, ‘The Goldfish’. When making this artwork, I was motivated to capture my own personal nature while also challenging the typical photorealistic portrait style. Overall, it was a great experience and a lot of fun. 68

Alexandra Khoury My Life Lead Pencil on Paper St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Georges Hall My artwork is about my interests and myself. I love basketball, Maths and Art. I chose myself because I know more about me than anyone else so I could connect to the artwork. I chose to use pencil for my sketch so that I could add detail. I chose to draw myself in my school uniform because it was at school that i got this amazing opportunity. Samuel Li The Piece of Matisse in Me Marist College Eastwood Colour Pencil on Mixed Media Paper Artist Statement: This artwork highlights and gives praise to Henri Matisse. The style of Fauvism is showcased in the bright and vibrant colours I chose, as well as use of Matisse patterns. I wanted this artwork to represent me, but in a different way, unimaginable through the perspective of the average eye. With the use of a range of different colours I was able to shine myself through in a different light, expressed by pencil on paper. The artwork that you look upon is the artist I aspire to be, something that I hope you are able to see. 69

9-12 years old Ataniya Hancock Mum in Pencil Lead Pencil on Paper St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Georges Hall My artwork is about my loving mum because she takes care of me and helps me when I don’t understand something. I also chose her because I love her so much. I used pencil and watercolour because the pencil allowed me to add detail and the watercolour background made my sketch stand out. Thomas Li Matisse Meets Me Colour Pencil on Mixed Media Paper Marist College Eastwood The patterns and the colours that I used in this artwork were inspired by Henri Matisse but the subject of this portrait is me. The bold colours and patterns seen in this artwork are prominently seen in Matisse’s Fauvist style of art. Looking through this artwork you can understand more about me through the patterns I chose as well as my pose. The autumn leaf motif reflects my love of the foliage in season. My chosen pose of holding a pencil in my hand represents that I am left handed. It also shows my love for writing as well as drawing. 70

Zach Tanner Colours in Harmony Colour Pencil on Mixed Media Paper Marist College Eastwood ‘Colours in Harmony’ is a self portrait inspired by the fauvist works of Henri Matisse. Throughout the process of making this artwork, I became deeply influenced by the bold colours, shapes and patterns used by him in artworks such as ‘Polynesia, The Sea’. By using the colour wheel, I was able to choose complementary colour schemes so that my artwork popped. By adapting symbols from Henri Mattise, I was able to make my patterns represent the forces of nature, Water, Wind and Earth. 71

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Aria Patel Khang Nguyen My grandma This Is Me! Lead Pencil on Paper Watercolour on Paper St Catherine Labouré Catholic Primary School St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Georges Hall Gymea My artwork is about me. I chose myself as a subject I have drawn my woowa, my grandma. She has passed because I love myself - I have legs to walk, eyes to see, away and I miss her very much. a nose to breathe, a mouth to eat and arms to hold. I also love my pets that is why I drew myself in a Pet Party t-shirt. I used watercolour and pencil to create my artwork. Rita Kassis Me Watercolour on Paper St Mary’s Georges Hall My artwork is about me on photo day because it reminds me of school and all the fun we have at school. The artwork reminds me of learning, exercising and playing in the playground. I used watercolour paint and pencil because I enjoy using those media. 73

9-12 years old Molly Raper My poppy Lead Pencil on Paper St Catherine Labouré Catholic Primary School Gymea This is my poppy. He died before I was born and has a bench named after him in a park. I chose a green border to represent the grass. Charlotte Bungate My beautiful mother Watercolour on watercolour paper St Catherine Labouré Catholic Primary School Gymea I have painted my mother with watercolours because I love her. 74

Lucy Ridout My little sister Acrylic Paint on Paper St Catherine Labouré Catholic Primary School Gymea I have painted my little sister Maya in bright colours, just like her personality. 75

9-12 years old Eva Stanley DAD Oil Pastel on Paper St Christopher’s Catholic Primary School Holsworthy This is a portrait of my dad Sam Stanley A leaf inspired me to draw him all uneven and patterned but it’s still his same old bald head. 76

Isabella Tchia My Popo – Worrier and Warrior Mixed Media on Paper St Christopher’s Catholic Primary School Holsworthy This is my Popo, which is another name for grandmother. My grandmother is a two-time cancer survivor of Adenocarcinoma, which is a common lung and stomach tumor. Despite her stern looks and old-fashioned ways, she’s gentle, cautious, and hardworking. This is a portrait of her on grandparents’ day. She often has trouble communicating and expressing her emotions, but I remember that on that day, she was smiling the entire time. To many, she may seem like a worrier; but to me, she’s a warrior. Dominic Tonini The Artist in the Portrait Mixed Media on Paper St Christopher’s Catholic Primary School Holsworthy The person I chose is Mrs Weeks, my art teacher. Over my years at primary school she has taught me so much about art from painting to lots of different techniques. She inspired me so much I thought I should draw her for my portrait. Everything in the portrait I have been taught about from Mrs Weeks. 77

9-12 years old Scarlett Horne Love and Joy Mixed Media on Paper St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School Kogarah When my loving grandmother, Nanna Antoinette, saw the portrait I had created of her, her eyes were filled with joy. I chose her for my artwork because she always supports me, is generous and she is my role model. I created my artwork using mixed media toned blue paper so her white hair would be visible. Watercolours and Prismacolor pencils were used to create the features and acrylic paints to colour the background. Creating this artwork was fun and will be a treasured piece in my family for many years to come. 78

Gloria Rose Ibrahim (10 Years) Ava-Rose Halford Let me Laugh with you! 21st April 2012 Mixed Media on Paper Mixed Media on Paper St Agnes’ Catholic Primary School Matraville St Agnes’ Catholic Primary School Matraville In my portrait I drew one of my adult friends from For this artwork I used watercolour and coloured pencil church. She was put in a wheelchair but everytime I see to draw/paint my sister. I have chosen my sister Charlie her she’s bubbly and happy. because she has always inspired me to do great things, supported me no matter what i do, she takes care of me I created my artwork with markers and coloured pencils. even if that means putting herself in a place she doesn’t We enjoy getting milkshakes together. She inspires me want to be in and most of all she never gives up even if in every way possible. She’s always keen on helping me things are hard! Charlie has always been very interested with my assignments and she’s always willing to help in Arts and craft.I feel lucky to have a sister like Charlie, me. She was my Sunday school teacher for 2 and a half and I can’t wait to see what life has in store for us. years. She taught me most things I know about religion and my religion. Every time I see her we’re always having a laugh together. 79

9-12 years old Anastasia Attallah Jesus Coloured Pencil on Paper St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Riverwood I admire Jesus because he sacrificed his life for us and he was a faithful leader. I hope as I grow up I can follow in his footsteps. Alexandra Poplett My Cousin Lead Pencil on Paper St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Riverwood The person that I aspire to be is my cousin. I chose her because when I felt like I was about to give up on art, she encouraged me to never give on and to practice. It is because of her help I am still doing art and I feel that I am better than ever! 80

Eve Maoudis Aunty Pieta Coloured Pencil on Paper St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School Mortlake This portrait is of my Aunty. Her name is Pieta and she is a nurse. I choose to draw a portrait of Pieta as she has played a role in my life. Pieta loves adventure and she has given me the courage to be more adventurous. Pieta is kind, loving and caring and loves to help others. She does this through her work as a Nurse. Pieta inspires me to help others. She also loves spending time with my sister and I and we LOVE spending time with her. I am very grateful to be able to have her as my aunty. 81

9-12 years old Maximo Vega My Brother Coloured Pencil on Paper St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School Mortlake I chose my younger brother, Leonardo, for the portrait. I chose him because I love him and we will be best friends forever. He makes me laugh and he is also very smart. He can read novels and he’s only in year two! Can you believe that? He can be creative and that’s because he has a good imagination. He is the best learner I have ever known and that is because he has a giant brain. He will always be there for me and that is why I chose him. 82

Tenison Millward Ava Rose Lead Pencil on Paper St Agnes’ Catholic Primary School Matraville My drawing is a picture of my closest friend Ava-Rose. I am using acrylic “lead” pencils because I am most comfortable with this medium and it is a great way to set the mood for my friend. You see Ava is a very independent person who doesn’t show much emotion. I chose to draw her because she is one of my favourite people in the world and I wanted to pick someone out of the blue this year. Ava-Rose is out of the ordinary with her art skills so I thought how funny would it be to draw an amazing artist for the art competition that we are in together. Alexandra Fitzgibbon My Dad Acrylic Paint on Paper FR John Therry Catholic Primary School Balmain I chose to paint my dad because he is so kind and caring. He is the most loving, brave, forgiving and funny dad. He is also very generous and engaging. 83

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Andre Emir Portrait of James Atercolour on Paper Trinity Catholic College Auburn Fredrick James Bishop was a member of the 3rd reinforcement draft taken to Gallipoli on October 12th 1915. The bravery and valour displayed by soldiers like Fredrick James Bishop is a great inspiration for me. I used colouring pencils and watercolour paint. 85

9-12 years old Lola Farrugia Self portrait ‘Me’ Charcoal & Pastel on Paper FR John Therry Catholic Primary School Balmain I drew a self portrait of myself because it reminds me of the self portrait of Van Gogh that I saw at the Van Gogh Exhibition. Initially I wanted to use paint, but then I put too many details in it and the picture started to be a sketch of myself. I used black charcoal for the foreground and background and for a small part of the self portrait, I used white pastel for my skin. I also searched for some artworks that were similar to the drawing that I made. In one of the sketches I discovered, it showed that the moon was bright in the night sky. So then I blurred the white and black pastel to make a brighter shade to show that the moon was reflecting its glow on me. 86

Sarah Lin Portrait of Audrey Watercolour on paper Trinity Catholic College Auburn As a girl who is truly special to me and has been cheering me on for approximately 2266 days. She is someone with bright ideas and someone I can relate to, a person who wants to achieve the dreams and goals I want. Someone who understands and trusts me. Her name is Audrey. I used colouring pencils and watercolour paint. Martina Chebli Portrait of my Mum Lead Pencil on Paper Trinity Catholic College Auburn This is a drawing of my Mum. I chose my Mum because she tries her best in everything she does, especially taking care of 6 children. She is very inspirational to me, and I think it’s important that she is the spotlight for once. With a 2B pencil I drew, shaded, and tried my best to create this drawing of her. 87

9-12 years old Oliver Sim My Beautiful Mum Mixed Media on Paper FR John Therry Catholic Primary School Balmain - This is my beautiful mum. I painted her because I lover her. Theodore ‘Teddy’ Guilbert-Watkins Bravo Bailey! Acrylic Paint & Pencil on Paper FR John Therry Catholic Primary School Balmain Dear Bailey, You are a kind, funny, giving and good friend to me. You can be crazy, but you are nice, loving and help me. You’re sporty. Sometimes you like to play football or handball. I think you are cool! 88

Zachary Komblis Harry Mixed Media on Paper FR John Therry Catholic Primary School Balmain This is Harry. His and my favourite colour is blue. That’s what we have in common. 89

9-12 years old Ava Aversa Bad Dream Lead Pencil, Coloured Pencil and Marker on Paper Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School Beverly Hills This self-portrait of me was done in response to an Art lesson about Tim Burton, the American filmmaker and animator who created The Nightmare before Christmas, Edward Scissorhands and Beetlejuice. I have drawn myself as a character in a Tim Burton style. It’s a bit dark but was heaps of fun and slightly naughty. Jerome Sadio Last Year Mixed Media on Paper Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School Beverly Hills This is a significant year at school being my last year of primary school, so I made this portrait of myself to commemorate it. We were learning about the contemporary artist Bisa Butler, an American textile artist best known for her colourful quilted portraits. I created a reverse-painted acetate portrait on top of a textured, torn painted-paper collage using analogous and complementary colour schemes. 90

Sophia Mourad Reflection Mixed Media on Paper Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School Beverly Hills This is a very important year at school being my last year of primary school, so I made this portrait of myself to commemorate it. We were learning about the contemporary artist Bisa Butler, an American textile artist best known for her colourful quilted portraits. I created a reverse-painted acetate portrait on top of a textured, torn painted-paper collage using both analogous and complementary colour schemes. Alexandra McGregor What Makes My Sister Acrylic Paint on Paper St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Como Oyster Bay This painting is of my sister Georgia who I look up to and love very much. She has been having a hard time lately and I wanted to express to her how beautiful and talented she is. I tried my best to show who she is in this artwork by adding the things she likes to do. My sister loves music, playing the guitar and art like me. I love and admire my sister because she is caring, fun, pretty and very good at art. I painted Georgia in watercolour and watercolour pencils to bring out her beautiful, soft nature. 91

9-12 years old Evie Hamilton Portrait of an Illustrator Lead Pencil on Paper St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Como Oyster Bay I chose my mum, Max Hamilton, because she’s a kind and inspiring person. She works hard to achieve her goals and is always caring for others. My mum is a children’s book illustrator. She inspires me to choose a career that I am passionate about when I grow up. I used one of mum’s favourite pencils to draw this artwork and I also used a blending stick to create the shaded areas. I wanted to depict my mum’s smile and I have drawn her in her studio, surrounded by some of her artworks and 92

Josephine Vilches Inside and Out Lead Pencil and Coloured Texta St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Como Oyster Bay I have chosen to draw my mum in two halves. The plain black and white side is what you would see when you look at her.The other colourful, fun side is what you see when you get to know her. A spatula expresses her love of cooking, water for swimming and mushrooms and flowers for her gardening. The moral of this artwork is to never judge a book by its cover. Madison Rees My Very Cheeky Brother Coloured Pencil on Paper My Very Cheeky Brother St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Como Oyster Bay My drawing is an image of my very cheeky brother Christian. I drew him with his tongue sticking out to show his cheeky side. He and I play video games together, so that is the reason why I put a nintendo in my drawing.The other images are some of my brother’s favourite things. Interestingly, I also added a drawing of a chicken drumstick, because every time we eat meat for dinner he always says, “This is great chicken”, even when it’s not, which is really funny. 93

9-12 years old Parker Castillo My Dad the Baseballer Coloured Pencil on Paper St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Como Oyster Bay My dad the baseballer This artwork is my dad in his batting stance getting ready to hit the ball really far! I chose to draw my dad because he is an awesome role model. He shows great leadership leading his team to victory while having fun at the same time. I love to watch him play and it is exhilarating as most of the time he wins. I used coloured pencils because they are easy and fun to use. My dad is a great person and is fun to be around. Hutch Boyd Best Friends Lead Pencil on Paper St Aloysius Catholic Primary School Cronulla This is my good friend Jimmy holding his best friend, Lizard. I’m not sure how long Jimmy has had Lizard but as long as I have known Jimmy he has had Lizard. I think it is really cool to have a Lizard as your best friend. Jimmy says Lizard always listens to him and makes him feel happy. 94

Isla Whitford Keira Mixed Media on Paper Isla Whitfod St Aloysius Catholic Primary School Cronulla I have used oil pastels and mixed media to create my portrait of one of my sisters Keira. She is beautiful, kind, caring and passionate. Keira always manages to make me laugh and she has the brightest, most genuine smile. I have put her in front of a wall of painted leaves to portray her calming and caring nature. 95

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Michael Cribb Sebastian Kiely Aunty Max likes . . Coloured Pencil on Paper Mixed Media on Paper St Aloysius Catholic Primary School Cronulla St Aloysius Catholic Primary School Cronulla Meet Aunty. She is an amazing artist who has taught I chose to draw my brother Max who is 7 years old. me to use spray paint to paint images on walls. I Max is really creative and has lots of fun ideas, that is recently helped her create an image of her dog using why he has all the images exploding out of his head. spray paint for the Cronulla ‘Walk the Walls’ and it looks These images also represent all the things Max loves amazing. I am so lucky to have her because she is so like our family, Lego, our dog, Sonic and jumping off patient, caring and kind to me as well as a lot of fun! Gunnamatta wharf. He is a ray of Fun and adventure. Thanks Aunty. Riyana Biddappa Insta Dad Coloured Pencil on Paper St Aloysius Catholic Primary School Cronulla I chose to draw my Dad because I love him and he is super supportive of me and the things I do. I drew him inside an instagram like post as social media seems to take over so many peoples worlds. You may notice I have Loved and Saved this image. Social media doesn’t show a person’s true self just the part they want you to see. Here my Dad is showing all his ‘colours’ unashamed, honest and true and I love him for all of them. 97

9-12 years old Aidan Turner Laurel Turner Lead Pencil on Paper St Mark’s Catholic Primary School Drummoyne This is my beautiful grandmother. She was born in 1919 and lived till the age of 102. This lady has been a war hero, she lived through WW2, The Great Depression and so much more. I chose to draw her because she was an inspirational and funny person. She taught me so much and was always so kind to me. The necklace she wears is now mine and I love wearing it because I feel closer to her. Saskia Majgaard My Sensei Lead Pencil on Paper St Mark’s Catholic Primary School Drummoyne Seek perfection of character, be faithful, endeavour, respect others. These are some of the principles I learnt from my Sensei Andy. I have chosen to draw him in lead pencil, using no colour and no busy background to reinforce his characteristics of focus and discipline. To me, Andy has two different faces, his face of power/focus, and his face of warmth/fun. I have chosen his welcoming, smiling face as that is what makes me smile. He never forgets to remind me of how focus, strength and courage are the key points in karate. That is why I have chosen my inspiring Sensei. 98

Madison Perry Castaner Mrs. Torres Chalk Pastel on Paper St Mark’s Catholic Primary School Drummoyne I have chosen to sketch my classroom teacher because, even though I have only had her for a few weeks, she has already proven to me that she is inspirational and AMAZING. I look forward to a great year with her in Year 4. William Crothers The Amazing Grandad Coloured Pencil on Paper St Mark’s Catholic Primary School Drummoyne My artwork is titled The Amazing Grandad. I chose to draw this picture because it was the very last photo that was taken of my grandad when he came to visit us in Sydney. This picture is special because it helps me to remember my grandad who is now in heaven. I want to give this picture to my Nana because she really misses my grandad. To create this artwork I sketched it first with lead pencil then completed it using coloured pencils. 99

9-12 years old Holly Simone Gentle Woman Mixed Media on Paper Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Earlwood The Centenary celebrations of Our Lady of Lourdes parish, Earlwood inspired this artwork of Our Lady of Lourdes. Our Lady of Lourdes is one of the many titles of our Virgin Mary. She is known for appearing to St. Bernadette at the grotto at Lourdes. Our Lady of Lourdes is the patroness of the sick. The message of our Lady of Lourdes is one that is at the heart of the Catholic faith. She calls for repentance and trust in her son Jesus. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us.  Hugh Deaville Rose of God Mixed Media on Paper Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Earlwood The Centenary celebrations of Our Lady of Lourdes parish, Earlwood inspired this artwork of Our Lady of Lourdes. Our Lady of Lourdes is one of the many titles of our Virgin Mary. She is known for appearing to St. Bernadette at the grotto at Lourdes. Our Lady of Lourdes is the patroness of the sick. The message of our Lady of Lourdes is one that is at the heart of the Catholic faith. She calls for repentance and trust in her son Jesus. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us.  100