WEBVTT 1 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:03.167 (lively music begins) 2 00:00:05.410 --> 00:00:07.077 line:15% My name is Karen Quinlan and I'm the director of 3 00:00:07.077 --> 00:00:10.430 line:15% The National Portrait Gallery of Australia. 4 00:00:10.430 --> 00:00:11.670 Here at the Portrait Gallery, 5 00:00:11.670 --> 00:00:13.740 it is our privilege to be custodians 6 00:00:13.740 --> 00:00:15.870 of the national collection of portraits, 7 00:00:15.870 --> 00:00:18.046 on behalf of all Australians. 8 00:00:18.046 --> 00:00:19.978 These portraits reflect the growing 9 00:00:19.978 --> 00:00:22.290 and evolving face of this country 10 00:00:22.290 --> 00:00:24.037 and tell the stories of the remarkable, 11 00:00:24.037 --> 00:00:27.110 inspiring and talented individuals, 12 00:00:27.110 --> 00:00:30.520 whose contributions continue to shape this nation. 13 00:00:30.520 --> 00:00:33.840 And contemporary photography plays such an important role 14 00:00:33.840 --> 00:00:37.020 in capturing these present-day narratives. 15 00:00:37.020 --> 00:00:38.660 So for this year's annual appeal, 16 00:00:38.660 --> 00:00:40.090 I'm excited to present portraits 17 00:00:40.090 --> 00:00:42.610 of three formidable Australian women 18 00:00:42.610 --> 00:00:45.823 by leading Australian photographer, Peter Brew-Bevan. 19 00:00:47.310 --> 00:00:50.539 In 2015, Leisel Jones was Peter's subject 20 00:00:50.539 --> 00:00:52.770 when he interpreted this world champion's 21 00:00:52.770 --> 00:00:54.240 exceptional career, 22 00:00:54.240 --> 00:00:57.650 as our youngest and most enduring Olympic swimmer 23 00:00:57.650 --> 00:00:59.870 who competed at four Olympic games. 24 00:00:59.870 --> 00:01:02.288 This work celebrates her clear strength of character 25 00:01:02.288 --> 00:01:05.839 and determination through a lens of timeless symmetry, 26 00:01:05.839 --> 00:01:08.056 grace and style. 27 00:01:08.056 --> 00:01:10.270 (lively music continues) 28 00:01:10.270 --> 00:01:11.440 Peter captured another 29 00:01:11.440 --> 00:01:14.980 of Australia's world swimming champions in 2016, 30 00:01:14.980 --> 00:01:17.720 three-time Paralympian Ellie Cole. 31 00:01:17.720 --> 00:01:19.460 Where he translates her dedication 32 00:01:19.460 --> 00:01:21.610 and commitment to sporting excellence, 33 00:01:21.610 --> 00:01:24.387 by placing her in the midst of the rural coastal drama 34 00:01:24.387 --> 00:01:27.557 of the iconic and heritage-listed Wylie's Baths 35 00:01:27.557 --> 00:01:29.973 at Coogee Beach, Sydney. 36 00:01:31.850 --> 00:01:35.450 Athlete, author, businesswoman and motivational speaker, 37 00:01:35.450 --> 00:01:39.189 Turia Pitt, was facing Peter's camera in 2017. 38 00:01:39.189 --> 00:01:43.120 When he captured her extraordinary fortitude and drive, 39 00:01:43.120 --> 00:01:47.110 traits that have become inspiration for many Australians. 40 00:01:47.110 --> 00:01:49.670 This quintessentially contemporary composition 41 00:01:49.670 --> 00:01:52.360 that speaks of equal parts, endurance, 42 00:01:52.360 --> 00:01:53.825 and classical elegance. 43 00:01:53.825 --> 00:01:55.340 (lively music continues) 44 00:01:55.340 --> 00:01:58.590 We currently invite you to make a tax-deductible donation 45 00:01:58.590 --> 00:02:01.930 to our contemporary Australian photography fund 46 00:02:01.930 --> 00:02:04.410 to help us champion contemporary photography 47 00:02:04.410 --> 00:02:06.650 starting with this powerful trio. 48 00:02:06.650 --> 00:02:10.920 We understand that not everyone is in a position to donate 49 00:02:10.920 --> 00:02:15.110 but donations of any size make a meaningful contribution. 50 00:02:15.110 --> 00:02:16.850 Please help us spread the word 51 00:02:16.850 --> 00:02:18.379 about this important campaign. 52 00:02:18.379 --> 00:02:19.463 Thank you.