The Brisbane Portrait Prize 2024 recently announced its winners across various categories. Imogen Corbett won the Lord Mayor’s Prize for her work titled “The Artist’s Studio,” featuring Natalya Hughes. Dennis McCart received the Digital Prize for “Serial Copycat,” a self-portrait. Stevie O’Chin took home the Performing Arts and Music Award for “Welcome to Country,” with Shannon Ruska as the subject. Michelle Vine won the Sylvia Jones Prize for Women Artists for “The Forgotten (Post-viral Selfie),” a self-portrait. Bill Platz received the Packers Prize for “Blue Indea (Blue Field, Pickaback),” featuring Indea-Rose Sekula. Seth Green won the Next Gen Prize for “Disconnected,” a self-portrait. James Randall received the Metro Arts Experimental Portraiture Prize for “Interwoven Existence,” a self-portrait. Sarsha Brisbane won the Emerging Artists Award for “The Unseen Wendy Watson,” with Wendy Watson as the subject, while Hamish Wilson also received the Emerging Artists Award for “Afloat,” featuring Kai James.
The winners represent a diverse range of styles and subjects, showcasing the talent and creativity of artists in the Brisbane area. Imogen Corbett’s “The Artist’s Studio” captures the essence of Natalya Hughes and the atmosphere of a creative space. Dennis McCart’s “Serial Copycat” is a self-portrait that highlights the artist’s ability to capture their likeness in a digital format. Stevie O’Chin’s “Welcome to Country” celebrates indigenous culture and traditions through the portrayal of Shannon Ruska. Michelle Vine’s “The Forgotten (Post-viral Selfie)” explores themes of self-exploration and identity in the context of viral culture.
Bill Platz’s “Blue Indea (Blue Field, Pickaback)” stands out for its vibrant colors and striking composition, showcasing Indea-Rose Sekula in a unique and eye-catching way. Seth Green’s “Disconnected” is a powerful self-portrait that conveys a sense of isolation and introspection. James Randall’s “Interwoven Existence” is an experimental piece that pushes the boundaries of traditional portraiture with its abstract and intertwined figures. Sarsha Brisbane’s “The Unseen Wendy Watson” and Hamish Wilson’s “Afloat” both demonstrate the emerging artists’ ability to capture emotion and depth in their subjects.
Overall, the Brisbane Portrait Prize 2024 winners showcase the diversity and talent of artists in the Brisbane area, with each work offering a unique perspective and interpretation of portraiture. The artworks range from traditional to experimental, capturing a wide range of emotions and themes. The prize winners demonstrate the strength of the local art community and its ability to produce meaningful and impactful work.
