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Deborah Mailman

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Deborah Mailman by Evert Ploeg

Portrait story

An interview with artist Evert Ploeg about his portrait of the Australian actor Deborah Mailman.
Deborah Mailman
Deborah Mailman
Deborah Mailman
Deborah Mailman

The Secret Life of Deb

Magazine article by Michelle Fracaro, 2003

Australian actress Deborah Mailman is the subject of a unique portrait by Evert Ploeg.
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Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman

At ease

In Gallery One

Previous exhibition, 2023

Enjoy, sit back, and relax with some of our favourites from the Gallery’s collection, where they find themselves expertly – and comfortably – captured by their artists.
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