Lewers: Penrith Regional Gallery is excited to welcome the newly selected cohort for Ancher Points 2026.

Sarah Ong, Jess Curran, Olive Burgess, Tim Almonte, Lili Baran, Cass Li, Mandy Larkham, Bella Layone, Jeevi Bola and Katerina Asistin have been selected to take part in our flagship professional development program for emerging artists across Greater Western Sydney.

Now in its third iteration, Ancher Points offers meaningful pathways for artists living and working west of the city—a program rooted in place, community, and a commitment to building the next generation of Western Sydney creative practice.

The 2026 Cohort

Team Photo for Cass Li

Cass Li

Team Photo for Tim Almonte

Tim Almonte

Team Photo for Olive Burgess

Olive Burgess

Team Photo for Sarah Ong

Sarah Ong

Team Photo for Jess Curran

Jess Curran

Team Photo for Katerina Asistin

Katerina Asistin

Team Photo for Lili Baran

Lili Baran

Team Photo for Bella Layone

Bella Layone

Team Photo for Mandy Larkham

Mandy Larkham

Team Photo for Jeevi Bola

Jeevi Bola

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