Jessica Gurnsey

Jessica is a young and exceptionally talented artist based in Wellington, New Zealand.  Despite her age, her work has been recognised with national-level awards for two years running - including being the youngest artist to ever win the prestigious Adam Portraiture Award in 2022. Her works tend to depict people in places, almost a snapshot in time, with beautifully executed detail in her chosen medium of acrylics on canvas.

AWARDS: 
National Youth Art Award 2021- Overall prize 
National Youth Art Award 2021 - 15-19 years first prize
National Youth Art Award 2022 - 15-19 years first prize
Adam Portraiture Award 2022 - 1st place winner 
Staedtler Artist of the year 2022 - Runner up 
Kumeu Arts Award 2022 - 16-18 years first prize
Kumeu Arts Award 2022 - People's choice award
Wellington Regional Arts Review 2023 - Finalist