Works from the 2015 Archibald Prize

The contenders for Australia’s most famous art prize are on show at the Gallery of Ballarat this year, in the only Victorian exhibition of the year's best Australian portraiture.

This year’s winning portrait by Nigel Milsom of barrister Charles Waterstree is a highlight, but the show features evocative and controversial work from many iconic Australian artists, including renowned painter Peter Churcher’s "last portrait" of his late mum, art world luminary Betty Churcher.

The town comes alive over this six weeks, which will also see a live show of Rockwiz, as well as Lunchtime Talks and Sunday conversations that’ll bring audiences up close with Archibald finalists.

More information here.