The Lester Prize Youth Awards encourages the creative talents of young, aspiring and emerging artists. It is open to all High School students across Australia from school years 7 to 12. The Youth Award allows entrants to showcase their works and present their unique artistic perspectives; helps build their confidence to further their art practice; and allows them to share their stories with the wider community.

The Youth Awards are kindly supported by The Lester Group, Oxlades Art Supplies, Montauk Lighting Co., Grange Insurance and City of Perth.