Watch an  edited video version of this conversation will be on the YouTube channel hereIt’s one of the most thrilling days on the Australian art calendar—and this year, Julie Fragar has taken out the Archibald Prize with a captivating portrait of fellow artist and colleague Justene Williams.Her large scale portrait of Justene, appearing to float in space and surrounded by model figures and structures drawn from Justene’s creative universe, commands the viewer's attention.  Julie talks with me about the portrait and its elements, her approach to colour and her tips for a productive sitting. This episode also includes Julie’s moving acceptance speech.Also announced today:

Jude Rae, winner of the Wynne Prize (and two-time podcast guest)

Gene A’Hern, winner of the Sulman Prize (video interview coming soon!)

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Julie FragarFlagship Mother Multiverse (Justene)oil on canvas240 x 180.4 cm

Jude RaePre-dawn sky over Port Botany container terminaloil on linen200 x 150.4 cm

Gene A’HernSky paintingoil and oil stick on board240 x 240 cm