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Dorothy Gordon (Jenner) OBE, ‘Andrea’ (1891-1985), actress, dressmaker, stuntwoman, journalist, radio broadcaster and charity fundraiser, grew up on a property near Narrabri and attended boarding school in Sydney before gaining a part as a chorus girl in Girl in a Train in Melbourne in 1912.
2 portraits in the collection
This exhibition features new works from ten women artists reinterpreting and reimagining elements of Australian history, enriching the contemporary narrative around Australia’s history and biography, reflecting the tradition of storytelling in our country.
A photographic portrait by Kerry Dundas captures the contemplative mind of visionary painter Godfrey Miller.
Although perceived to be a recent phenomenon, the 'Aussie invasion' of Hollywood can actually be traced as far back as the early 1900s
Artist Tessa Jones recalls creating her portrait of Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock singer and music producer, Ross Wilson.
The Australian of the Year Awards have often provoked controversy about who is selected and whether their achievements are remarkable.
A magnanimous portrait of Helena Rubinstein has been acquired for the National Portrait Gallery’s collection.
Sarah Engledow plays wingman to Leila Jeffreys.
Judith Pugh reflects on Clifton Pugh's approach to portrait making.
Phoebe Lupton profiles artist Kate Beynon, whose contemplative self portrait features in Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize.
Jose Legaspi was born in 1959 in Manila. He achieved degrees in zoology and biology before turning to fine arts in the mid-1980s.
Portraits of philanthropists in the collection honour their contributions to Australia and acknowledge their support of the National Portrait Gallery.
Inga Walton sheds light on a portraiture collection usually only seen by students and teachers at Melbourne University.
Biographies of participants in the Writing lives, revealing lives forum.
Joanna Gilmour explores the life of Chinese-Australian businessman and philanthropist Quong Tart.