Art Competition 2024

 

Australasian Bittern – Matuku-hūrepo

Photo by Imogen Warren

Art Competition 2024

We’ve been thrilled to receive incredible entries for the 2024 Australasian Bittern / Matuku-hūrepo Art Competition!

Explore the Gallery

Check out the stunning artwork submitted so far, and see how young artists are celebrating this elusive and endangered bird. Let their creativity inspire you to join the competition!

It’s Not Too Late to Enter!

You have until 08 September to get creative and submit your entry to Helen – helen@theforestbridgetrust.org.nz

Calling All Young Artists!

If you love to draw, paint, or create art, this is your chance to showcase your talent and help raise awareness for the Australasian Bittern!

Prizes to Be Won

Exciting vouchers and books are up for grabs!

How to Enter

  1. Create Your Artwork
  2. Use any medium to craft your masterpiece featuring the Australasian Bittern / Matuku-hūrepo
  3. Submit Your Entry
  4. Take a photo or scan your artwork and email it to helen@theforestbridgetrust.org.nz
  5. Include your name, age, and a brief description of your creation

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: 08 September

Age Categories

  • Ages 0-6 years
  • Ages 7-12 years
  • Ages 13-18 years

Judging Criteria

  • Creativity
  • Originality
  • Representation of the Australasian Bittern and its habitat

Get Inspired

Don’t forget to give one of your votes to the Australasian Bittern in this years NZ Bird of the Year Competition – Voting open 02 September.

Contact Us

For more information, visit www.theforestbridgetrust.org.nz or email helen@theforestbridgetrust.org.nz.