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Cathy Freeman by Kaylene Whiskey

Cathy Freeman on Kaylene Whiskey's portrait capturing an historic moment at the Sydney Olympics.

Super Cathy, 2025

Purchased with funds provided by Elizabeth Dibbs and David Tudehope 2025

Kaylene Whiskey

Kaylene Whiskey is a Yankunytjatjara artist based in Indulkana on the Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands in South Australia known for her unique visual universe that playfully combines Aṉangu cultural references with pop culture.

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A-lista Sista

April Phillips dives into the wonderful world of Yankunytjatjara artist Kaylene Whiskey.

Kaylene Whiskey’s portrait of Cathy Freeman

Kaylene Whiskey’s portrait of Cathy Freeman winning Gold at the 2000 Sydney Olympics to become part of the National Portrait Collection. Specially commissioned for the current survey exhibition Super Kaylene Whiskey, the three-panelled series depicts Cathy Freeman AC as she lights the torch, runs and wins Gold at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Glossary

This glossary includes the Aṉangu, Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara words contained within Whiskey’s artworks on display in the National Portrait Gallery’s Super Kaylene Whiskey exhibition.

Visit Canberra

There’s so much more to do in Canberra while you’re here to see Super Kaylene Whiskey! The VisitCanberra website is a fantastic resource for discovering everything the city has to offer, from accommodation and dining to cultural attractions and outdoor adventures. Whether you're here for a day or a week, VisitCanberra can help you plan an unforgettable experience beyond the Gallery.

Artists and Collectives

Arts Project Australia, Yarrenyty Arltere Artists, ‘stArts with D’ Performance Ensemble, Abdul Abdullah, Alison Alder, Amrita Hepi, Atong Atem, Christopher Bassi, Kate Beynon, Mia Boe, Baby Guerrilla, Tarryn Gill, Julie Gough, Naomi Hobson, Deborah Kelly, Fiona McMonagle, Angelica Mesiti, Dylan Mooney, Nell, Sally Smart, Vipoo Srivilasa, Latai Taumoepeau and Kaylene Whiskey.

The ICONS Syndicate

Annual membership of the ICONS Syndicate is $5,000 and you are invited to join by making a tax-deductible donation to the National Portrait Gallery.

Announcing... Portrait23: Identity

In this major new exhibition marking the National Portrait Gallery’s third decade, 23 Australian artists and collectives have been invited to create portraits without constraints or boundaries.

Mr Richard Goldsbrough

Richard Goldsbrough (1821–1886) was a butcher’s son from Shipley, Yorkshire, who became a leading Australian woolbroker.

1 portrait in the collection

Together on Country

Emma Kindred considers the artistic lineage and deep Ancestral connection between Vincent Namatjira and his great-grandfather Albert Namatjira.

You are who?

Joanna Gilmour reflects on merging collections and challenging traditional assumptions around portraiture in WHO ARE YOU.

See through me

Penelope Grist and Rebecca Ray talk to the artists in Portrait23: Identity about transcending modes of portraiture.

Of ice and men

Frank Hurley's celebrated images document the heroism and minutiae of Australian exploration in Antarctica.