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Catch the last instalment of our Turbulent times series with Aboriginal advocate and human rights lawyer Megan Davis. Then, Sydney-based vocalist Rebecca Hatch takes to the stage.
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Roland Wakelin
A pioneer of modern Australian painting, Roland Wakelin was born on 17 April 1887. His 55 works in the collection include this 1923 self-portrait.
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Art prizes database
Find out more about the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes – including entry information – and explore the finalists and winners year by year.
Inside ARTEXPRESS
Explore artists and works back to 2005 in the annual exhibition of outstanding student artworks, developed for the HSC examination in Visual Arts in NSW.
Sydney Modern Project
Learn more about the project to transform the Gallery with new and expanded spaces for art, performance, film, study and cultural programs.
Artist interviews
Download transcripts of interviews with artists and other art world figures, as part of the Balnaves Foundation Australian Sculpture Archive Project.
Artist archives
Explore a selection from the archives of eight sculptors from more than 220 artists archives held by the Gallery.
Michael Brand on Instagram
You can follow Gallery director Michael Brand on Instagram, where he posts photos of art and life in Sydney and further afield.
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A most delectable treasure
Taipei's most delectable treasure is a small piece of rock transformed into a mouth-watering slice of Dongpo pork.
Brett Whiteley Studio
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Sydney’s best-kept secret
The Brett Whiteley Studio at 2 Raper Street, Surry Hills was the workplace and home of one of Australia’s most celebrated artists. It’s open to the public Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-4pm, and to booked education groups on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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