- Last Update 2024-11-05 10:38:00
Raina Macintyre’s portrait up for Australia’s Archibald Prize
 |
| Raina Macintyre by Karen Black |
Artist Karen Black’s portrait of Professor Raina Macintyre is amongst the 52 finalists for the prestigious Archibald Prize in Australia. First awarded in 1921, it is the country’s favourite art award. Awarded to the best portrait painting, it’s a who’s who of Australian culture – from politicians to celebrities, sporting heroes to artists. The 2021 competition received 938 entries. The winner will be announced on June 4.
Prof. Raina Macintyre is of Sri Lankan origin and an old girl of CMS Ladies College, Colombo.
-
Still No Comments Posted.
- October 26, 2024 - 434 - 0
NPP wins Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabaha election
The National People’s Power (NPP) won the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha election by returning 15members from a total of 30 representatives in the council, today.
- October 26, 2024 - 253 - 0
SLR to resume northern line train operations
The Sri Lanka Railways would resume services in the northern line track tomorrow by initially running two trains.
- November 1, 2024 - 224 - 0
Northern Province’s Palali-Achchuveli road reopens after 30 years
The Palali-Achchuveli main road in the Northern Province was reopened today (Nov 01) after being closed for over 30 years, following a directive from President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
- October 29, 2024 - 223 - 0
Housemaid gets off with pilot’s baggage at BIA
A housemaid who stole a pilot’s baggage at the Bandaranaike International Airport was arrested within three hours after the robbery today, Police said.
Related Articles
Met Dept. urges public to take precautions against lightning
- 05/11/2024 - 27 - 0
Suspect arrested after woman murdered inside private hospital
- 05/11/2024 - 61 - 0
Former soldier arrested with stock of firearms and other weapons
- 05/11/2024 - 28 - 0
Thai passenger arrested at BIA with ICE worth Rs. 100 million
- 05/11/2024 - 31 - 0
Leave Comments