Celebrate the people, places and sounds of Australian pub rock and its enduring impact on our nation’s identity.

The collection display includes a wide selection of portraits that tell extraordinary stories of encounter, exploration, independence, individuality and achievement in Australia.

Revealing the backstories behind the NPG collection, Before hand features interviews with artists and sitters as well as working drawings, scrapbooks, sketches and footage taken in artists’ studios and out on location.

An educational and fun 14-day adults’ introduction to portraiture.

All visitors must pre-book for one of the daily sessions. Each day will have a limited number of people allowed.

Lust and longing, drama and devotion, seduction and scandal! Delve into an enticing array of tales of the heart.

In their own words is an audio-guide with a difference. We let the portraits of these remarkable Australians speak for themselves.

Celebrate our four-legged family folk and join us for a furry tour of portraits with animals.

Join curator Penny Grist in conversation with Karen Vickery, Director Access and Learning and Louise Maher, journalist and researcher as they discuss the project and share some fascinating stories from the App.

Ever wondered how an artist’s choice of materials and technique can reveal their unique perspective?