Archibald Prize

Archibald Prize

Portraits of Archie Roach and Daniel Johns among 2023 Archibald Prize finalists

The Archibald Prize is one of Australia's most prestigious art awards, and the 2023 finalists have just been announced. Among the 57 portraits selected for the exhibition are those of Uncle Archie Roach and Silverchair's Daniel Johns.

The Archibald Prize was first awarded in 1921 and is awarded annually to the best portrait, preferably of someone who is well-known in Australia. It is named after J. F. Archibald, the founding editor of The Bulletin magazine. The exhibition of finalists is held at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, and the winner receives a cash prize of $100,000.

This year's finalists include a diverse range of subjects, from politicians to artists to everyday Australians. The exhibition is always a highlight of the Australian art calendar, and visitors can expect to see some truly stunning works of art.