Adut portrait is Archibald people's pick

A portrait of defence lawyer and Sudanese refugee Deng Adut by Sydney artist Nick Stathopoulos has taken out this year's Archibald Prize People's Choice award.

Lawyer Deng Adut with the Archibald Prize People's Choice Award at the Art Gallery of NSW in Sydney, Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016.

Lawyer Deng Adut with the Archibald Prize People's Choice Award at the Art Gallery of NSW in Sydney, Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016. Source: AAP

The portrait of defence lawyer and Sudanese refugee Deng Adut has taken out this year's Archibald Prize People's Choice award.

Sydney-based artist Nick Stathopoulos was at the Art Gallery of NSW on Wednesday for the accolade which comes with a $3500 cash prize.

"I am delighted they chose my portrait of Deng, it is a great affirmation so thank you for everyone who voted," Stathopoulos said.
Nick Stathopoulos    Deng    acrylic and oils on linen    137.5 x 137 cm
Nick Stathopoulos' portrait of Deng Adut (Art Gallery NSW) Source: Art Gallery NSW

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Published 21 September 2016 1:36pm
Updated 21 September 2016 7:50pm
Source: AAP


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