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My Awesome Australian: Online exhibition

My sister by Aviana (12-15 years, VIC)

Drawing
My sister
A drawing of my sister Georgie. She's one of my two younger siblings. I drew for the competition because of my passion for art and to show her! My sister is very special to me. Having siblings on one side of my family is something that l've learned to love, because no matter what, my sister has only been a blessing to my life. If I could give her an award, I would choose a good sister award. Every day when I get back home after school, opening the door and seeing her face always makes me smile.

My Awesome Australian

The Artist of Mary Challis
The Artist of Mary Challis by Evie
Childhood Dreams
Childhood Dreams by Huiji
Dr. Eyes
Dr. Eyes by Andreas
The Mother of a Bright Girl
The Mother of a Bright Girl by Emerald
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