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Australian visit in Denmark
Magazine article by Mette Skougaard, 2006
In April 2006 the National Portrait Gallery showcased Australian portraits at the Fredenksborg Castle in Denmark.
Australian Princess
Magazine article by Katherine Russell, 2005
The full-length portrait of HRH Crown Princess Mary of Denmark by artist Jiawei Shen, has become a destination piece for visitors.
The painter and the princess
Magazine article by Michael Desmond, 2006
Michael Desmond interviews Ralph Heimans about his portrait of Crown Princess Mary of Denmark.
Dane reign
Magazine article by Mette Skougaard and Thomas Lyngby, 2018
Mette Skougaard and Thomas Lyngby bring eloquent context to Ralph Heimans’ portraits of Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark.
Portrait 18
December 2005 - February 2006
Magazine
This issue of Portrait Magazine features Daddy Cool, HRH Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, the exhibition Glossy 2, Aldo Giurgola, Fiona Wood and more.
Portrait 19
March - May 2006
Magazine
This issue of Portrait Magazine features Jack Brabham, the NPG's exhibition in Denmark, the Aussies all exhibition of photographs by Rennie Ellis and more.
Observation point
Magazine article by Ralph Heimans AM, 2018
As I prepared for my recent retrospective at Frederiksborg Castle, Denmark’s National Portrait Gallery, I was struck with the feeling of looking back at a visual diary of the past 30 years.
Reflections on castles
Magazine article by Andrew Sayers AM, 2004
Andrew Sayers describes the unique characteristics of the international band of portrait galleries.
Giving and getting
Magazine article by Michael Desmond, 2006
The exhibition Portraits for Posterity celebrates gifts to the Gallery, of purchases made with donated funds, and testifies to the generosity and community spirit of Australians.
With a Little Help from my Friends
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2004
The story behind the acquisition of the portrait of Danish architect Jørn Utzon.
Human encounters
Magazine article by Joanna Gilmour, 2023
Joanna Gilmour takes us behind the scenes of some of Ralph Heimans’ best-known portraits of royalty, heads of state and cultural icons.
Safe space
Magazine article by Amy Middleton, 2023
Amy Middleton on the power of portraiture in promoting inclusivity and connecting with intersectionality and diversity in all its forms.
A new perspective
Magazine article by Celina Fox, 2006
An exhibition devoted to Hans Holbein's English commissions shows the portraitist bringing across the Channel new technical developments in art - with a dazzling facility.
Speed demon
Magazine article by Dr Christopher Chapman, 2009
Scott Redford discusses his dynamic portrait commission of motorcycling champion and 2008 Young Australian of the Year Casey Stoner.
The right note
Magazine article by Leslie Ureña, 2020
Marian Anderson’s glorious voice thrust her into stardom, and a more reluctant role as American civil rights pioneer.
Adam’s Prize Apples
Magazine article by Pamela Gerrish Nunn, 2016
Pamela Gerrish Nunn explores New Zealand’s premium award for portraiture.