Browse the full list of portraits from the collection that are on view now.

Atem’s major new commission The Last Women embodies the artist’s vibrant style of staged studio portraiture.

National treasure, Tina Arena AM, is set to celebrate a remarkable 50 years in the music industry. In honour of her dedication, talent and incredible achievements, the National Portrait Gallery has commissioned a new portrait by renowned fashion photographer Georges Antoni.

Explore the creativity of young Australians in this special online exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Australian honours system.

Explore people, place and postcards in Brack x McKenna: Faces in the mirror before creating your own postcard to send to a special person. Then pop it in our post box and we’ll send it for free!

John Brack x Noel McKenna: A face in the mirror brings together the work of two influential Australian artists.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

Join Marina, Visitor Experience Coordinator, as she takes you through the John Brack x Noel McKenna exhibition live from the galleries.

Join Visitor Experience Assistant, Kristina, as she takes a closer look at portraits in the collection, revealing the tiny, easily missed details that bring each work to life.