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9 lives of Karin Catt
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2006
Australian photographer Karin Catt has shot across the spectrum of celebrity, her subjects including rock stars, world leaders and actors.
Aussies all
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2006
The exhibition Aussies all features the ecclectic portrait photography of Rennie Ellis which captures Australian life during the 70s and 80s.
Now Listen...
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2005
Artist Tessa Jones recalls creating her portrait of Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock singer and music producer, Ross Wilson.
True Stories
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2005
The story behind the creation of the portrait of Helen Garner by Jenny Sages.
Clay, water, fire
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2005
Ah Xian's porcelain portrait of paediatrician Dr. John Yu reflects Yu's heritage and interests.
Thousand mile stare
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2004
John Elliott talks about his photographic portrait practice, including his iconic image of Slim Dusty arm-in-arm with Dame Edna Everage.
Poet of the Fleeting Moment
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2004
Mark Strizic's work crosses a broad spectrum of photographic fields including urban, industrial, commercial, and architectural photography.
Before Too Long
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2004
The story behind the creation of the portrait of singer-songwriter Paul Kelly by the artist Jon Campbell.
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.
Hop, skip, shoot
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2004
Former NPG Deputy Director, Simon Elliott talks with Ern McQuillan about his life and career as a sports photographer.
A Singular Line
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2003
A newly acquired work by Stella Bowen adds to the National Portrait Gallery's growing collection of important Australian self-portraits.
Australians in Hollywood
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2003
The exhibition Australians in Hollywood celebrated the achievements of Australians in the highly competitive American film industry.
No Laughing Matter
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2002
The biographical exhibition of Barry Humphries was the first display of its kind at the National Portrait Gallery.
Dame Elisabeth Murdoch
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2002
The story behind the commissioning of the tapesty portrait of Dame Elisabeth Murdoch.
The Story So Far...
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2002
A reflection on the National Portrait Gallery's first four years.
Dr Who?
Magazine article by Simon Elliott, 2002
It is not well known that the person who composed the famous theme music for the BBC's Doctor Who series was Australian Ron Grainer.