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Thom Roberts is a contemporary artist whose distinctive practice expands our expectations of portraiture. His vibrant ‘portriffs’ [portraits] are instantly recognisable, created ‘in Thom’s way’ with extra sets of eyes, multi-pronged noses and ‘piano teeth’.
Fan of Feeling Portriffs was made by Thom in 2024 in collaboration with creative arts therapist Katie Harvey at Studio A, the supported studio where Thom works. Composed of 24 individual faces, each painting represents a different emotion. Fan of Feeling Portriffs is a portrait of Thom in many parts but it is also an invitation for us all to reflect on, and maybe mirror, these emotional truths.
"This is the first work by Thom Roberts to enter the National Portrait Collection. It is a significant work that shares so much of Thom’s trademark vibrancy and energy. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to acquire it. Thank you for considering a gift to make this a reality!”
- Bree Pickering, Director
This year the Gallery is aiming to raise $60,000 through the Annual Appeal to acquire Roberts' Fan of Feeling Portriffs 2024. We warmly invite you to make a tax-deductible donation and be part of this historic acquisition.
Donations of $2.00 or more are fully tax deductible.
This year you can support the Gallery to acquire the specific portriff that speaks to you with a one-off gift of $2500 – choose yours below!
