Daytrip Announcement: Archibald Prize at Ballarat Gallery, Sat 7th Nov 2015
When: Saturday 7th November 2015
Time: Leaving Birregurra General Store at 9am.
Cost: TBA - Likely $15 plus gallery entry
Contact birreartsgroup@gmail.com or phone Judy on 5236 2647
The Archibald Prize, first awarded in
1921, is Australia's favourite art award, and one of its most
prestigious. Awarded to the best portrait painting, it's a who's
who of Australian culture - from politicians to celebrities,
sporting heroes to artists.
Since 1921, the Archibald Prize has
been thrilling art enthusiasts, often stirring up controversy and
always challenging the way we see ourselves and our society. Over
the years, the prize has been awarded to many of Australia's most
prominent artists including Nora Heysen, William Dobell, Brett
Whiteley, Ben Quilty, Tim Storrier and Fiona Lowry.
The Art Galleryof Ballarat is proud to be the exclusive Victorian venue for the
2015 Archibald Prize, which is a touring exhibition of the Art
Gallery of New South Wales.
Artist:Nigel MilsomTitle
Judo house pt 6 (the white bird)
Medium: oil on linen
Winner, 2015 ARCHIBALD PRIZE, © the artist, © AGNSW, Mim Sterling
Potter Foundation, Mars and Timken Galleries