Although perceived to be a recent phenomenon, the 'Aussie invasion' of Hollywood can actually be traced as far back as the early 1900s
Commissioned with funds provided by the Sid and Fiona Myer Family Foundation 2018
This exhibition traces the creative output of nearly 50 years by one of Australia's landmark living photographers.
Purchased 2018
Rennie Ellis: Aussies All is a celebration of the life and work of the late Australian photographer Rennie Ellis.
This exhibition showcases portraits acquired through the generosity of the National Portrait Gallery’s Founding Patrons, L Gordon Darling AC CMG and Marilyn Darling AC.
The Tate/SFMOMA exhibition Exposed examined the role of photography in voyeurism and how it challenges ideas of privacy and propriety.
Michael Desmond, National Photographic Portrait Prize judge and curator, introduces the 2007 Prize.
Michael Desmond profiles a handful of the entrants in first National Photographic Portrait Prize and notes emerging themes and categories.
Whether the result of misadventure or misdemeanour, many accomplished artists were transported to Australia where they ultimately left a positive mark on the history of art in this country.
Tony Curran ponders whether our phones can change the course of painting.
Peter Wilmoth’s boy-journalist toolkit for antagonising an Australian political giant.
Henry Mundy's portraits flesh out notions of propriety and good taste in a convict colony.
John Zubrzycki meets Australian paint pioneer Jim Cobb.
Penny Grist, National Photographic Portrait Prize judge and curator, introduces the 2016 Prize.
