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Archibald Prize exhibition

01/05/2014

Kathryn Del Barton’s Archibald winning entry, Hugo

Shoalhaven City Arts Centre will be hosting the Archibald Prize 2013 Regional Touring Exhibition until Saturday the 28th of June.

The Archibald Prize is Australia’s most prestigious and renowned exhibition having celebrated the country’s leading portrait artists since the awards’ inception in 1921.

Among the prominent pieces to be featured at the upcoming exhibition include Kathryn Del Barton’s winning entry, Hugo, a portrait of Hugo Weaving, as well as Vincent Fantauzzo’s People Choice Award, Love Face featuring actress Asher Keddie.

Mayor Joanna Gash announced all 39 shortlisted entries would be on display at the Shoalhaven City Arts Centre.

“The Archibald Prize is without doubt Australia’s most prestigious and recognisable art exhibition.

“Awarded to the best portrait painting, the Archibald Prize is a who’s who of Australian culture – from politicians to celebrities and sporting heroes to artists, the entries feature prominent Australians from all walks of life.

“Hosting the Archibald Prize is a tremendous coup for the Shoalhaven with the exhibition only touring selected regional centres on a rotating three year basis.”

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