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Richard Lewer wins Archibald Prize 2026 with portrait of Pitjantjatjara elder Iluwanti Ken
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Published on 9 May 2026
He painted her after months living on Country
Melbourne artist Richard Lewer has won the Archibald Prize 2026 with a portrait of Iluwanti Ken, a respected Pitjantjatjara elder and traditional healer. Lewer reportedly spent time on Country with Ken to inform the artwork. The win spotlights Indigenous representation in Australia’s most celebrated portrait prize and cements Lewer’s standing in the art world.
- Richard Lewer is the Archibald Prize 2026 winner
- His portrait features Pitjantjatjara elder Iluwanti Ken
- He spent time on Country with Ken to create the work
- The win highlights Indigenous representation in major art awards
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