The Tweed Regional Gallery Foundation Ltd. is delighted to host an exclusive Preview event for the 2020 Archibald Prize Touring Exhibition with special guest speaker Dr Michael Brand, Director of the Art Gallery of NSW.

When: Thursday 21 January 2021, 7.00pm – 9.00pm DST.

Cost: $60 / $50 Foundation members and Friends of the Gallery members

Venue: Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre

Bookings essential due to limited capacity

Refreshments will be served. Welcome drink on arrival. Cash bar available.

The Gallery Shop will be open during this event.

Please note: Bookings are for this event only. Patrons wishing to return to view the Archibald Prize at another time will be required to purchase an additional ticket.

Please be aware that capacity limits are in pace throughout the Gallery and wait times for entry into the exhibition may be experienced.

ABOUT THE ARCHIBALD PRIZE

The Archibald Prize is an annual exhibition eagerly anticipated by artists and audiences alike.

The Archibald Prize, first awarded in 1921, is Australia’s favourite art award, and one of its most prestigious. Awarded to the best portrait painting, it’s a who’s who of Australian culture – from politicians to celebrities, sporting heroes to artists.

Visit the exhibition to vote for your favourite portrait in the ANZ People’s Choice award before voting closes on 21 February and see the work of budding artists aged 5–18 in the Young Archies on display in the Gallery Foyer.

For families, there are also children’s labels, a children’s trail and an activity sheet with ideas for creating your own portraits at home.

Image credit:

Archibald Prize 2020 finalist Tsering Hannaford Self-portrait after 'Allegory of Painting' oil on board, 93.5 x 77.5 cm © the artist | Photo: AGNSW, Jenni Carter | Sitter: Tsering Hannaford - artist.