Heritage Sketch!
Join us in capturing the heart and soul of Launceston's heritage sites and showcasing the treasures that bring us together as a community.
Heritage Sketch! is an exciting art competition open to children and young people aged 4 - 17 years.
Launceston is a city steeped in history, nestled amidst breathtaking natural landscapes, and filled with vibrant neighbourhoods and cherished landmarks. This competition invites budding young creatives of all skill levels to explore and share their unique perspectives on the places that hold a special significance in our community.
Whether it's the iconic Cataract Gorge, the historic architecture of the CBD, the welcoming parks, or the hidden gems that make Launceston unique, we invite you to showcase the essence of what makes our community truly special through art.
This year's theme is: 'We are champions of our heritage'
Our heritage is part of who we are. It is what we inherit, appreciate today, and is important to protect and pass onto future generations. Heritage does not have to be old; it is anything that we value and identify as worth protecting for appreciation now and into the future.
| Key Dates |
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| Entries Open: |
9am Monday 16 September |
| Entries Close: |
11.59pm Friday 1 November |
| Award Ceremony: |
4pm Tuesday 19 November
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| Age Categories |
| The competition is divided into four age categories: |
| Junior School: |
Kindergarten - Grade 4 |
| Middle School: |
Grades 5 - 7 |
| High School: |
Grades 8 - 10 |
| Senior School: |
Grades 11 - 12
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Award Presentation & Prizes
All entrants are invited to the award presentation on Tuesday, 19 November, at 4pm in the Reception Room at the Town Hall, 18/28 St John Street, Launceston. The Mayor will announce 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for each category and present them with a certificate and prizes, as listed below.
| The following prizes will be presented for each of the age categories. |
| 1st place: |
$150 book voucher |
| 2nd place: |
$100 book voucher |
| 3rd place: |
$100 book voucher |
How to Enter
Produce an original artwork depicting a heritage place within Launceston of importance to you. All entries should include a brief written description of what the place, building or object is (e.g. City Park) and what it means to you as a heritage champion. All entries must be submitted by 11.59pm Friday, 1 November, with a completed entry form.
By entering this competition you agree to the terms and conditions listed below.
Online: entries can be scanned, uploaded and submitted online via the link below.
Online Entry Form
In Person: entries can be submitted to Customer Service at the Town Hall or the Launceston Library with a completed paper entry form attached. Entry forms are available to download via the link below:
Heritage Sketch Entry Form(PDF, 3MB)
Competition Terms & Conditions
Entrants are required to produce an original artwork depicting a heritage place within Launceston of importance to them. All entries should include a brief written description of what the place, building or object is (e.g. City Park) and what it means to them as a heritage champion. All entries must be submitted by 11.59pm Friday, 1 November, with a completed entry form.
Parent or guardian consent
You will need consent from a parent or guardian to enter Heritage Sketch 2024.
To enter the Heritage Sketch competition, you must be living in Tasmania and under the age of 18. The City of Launceston may require evidence of your age and residential address.
All submitted artworks must be the entrant's own original work, and the entrant must own or control all rights to the artwork. The artwork must not infringe on any trademarks, copyrights, moral rights, intellectual property rights, or privacy rights of any third party.
The City of Launceston reserves the right to use any submitted artworks in promotional materials, now and in the future.
Copyright will remain with the entrants. Submitted artwork will be on public display at the Launceston Library following the award ceremony. Images of the winning entries will also be digitally displayed on Council's social media pages and website.
By proceeding with your entry, you agree to these terms and conditions.
The City of Launceston (Council) regularly reproduces photographs/footage of people in its publications, advertising, promotional and marketing material, and on its website, Facebook page and YouTube Channel in order to promote its services, facilities and Launceston as a city.
The City of Launceston is seeking your consent to use photographs/footage of you, for future reproduction in any of the following -
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Promotional and Marketing Material
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Publications
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Social Media (e.g. Facebook, You Tube, Instagram etc)
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Websites
Please let us know if you do not wish to have your photo taken in your entry form.
All submissions must include a completed entry form.