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National Photographic Portrait Prize

Gamilaraay musician Thelma Plum, wearing a coral-coloured feather coat, kneels on Wilyakali Country.
Gamilaraay musician Thelma Plum, wearing a coral-coloured feather coat, kneels on Wilyakali Country.

Overview

Now in its 18th year, the National Photographic Portrait Prize supports and celebrates photographic portraiture in Australia. Each year, the prize attracts thousands of entrants from emerging and established artistic talent across the country. Exhibited artworks provide a powerful visual record of the year, reflecting a particular time in Australian culture, both socially and artistically.

Image credit: Em Jensen Thelma 2024 (detail). National Photographic Portrait Prize 2025 Finalist © Em Jensen.

Dates

16 Aug – 12 Oct 2025
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When

Next on today from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Where

National Portrait Gallery, National Portrait Gallery, King Edward Terrace, Parkes

Price

Adult
$15
Concession
$12
Member
$10
Child
$0

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