Portrait Stories use video, multimedia and sound to present the stories of the artists and subjects in the National Portrait Gallery's collection. This series is produced with funds donated by Tim Fairfax AC.
2 minutes
An exploration of the role of artists such as John Webber who, whilst a member of Cook’s crew over many voyages, created paintings and drawings of the situations and people the explorers encountered.
3 minutes
An interview with Australian astronaut, Dr. Andy Thomas, who describes the experience of space travel.
2 minutes
An interview with iconic Australian artist, Chris O'Doherty (otherwise known as Reg Mombassa)
2 minutes
An interview with the indomitable Joan Croll, subject of John Brack's portrait.
2 minutes
An interview with cartoonist Ron Tandberg about the tradition of caricature.
2 minutes
An interview with Australian artist and collector of quirky artefacts, Martin Sharp.
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