Thierry, Andrew and Christian discuss the controversies surrounding the 2016 Archibald Art Prize. Between self portraits, twitter followers and distracting backgrounds, the Archibald entries always cause a stir. Which one was your favourite? Check them out as the tour makes its way through Australia.

Thierry, Andrew and Christian discuss the controversies surrounding the 2016 <a href="https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/prizes/archibald/2016/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Archibald Art Prize</a>. Between self portraits, twitter followers and distracting backgrounds, the Archibald entries always cause a stir. Which one was your favourite? Check them out as the <a href="https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/exhibitions/touring/archibald-prize-2016-tour/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">tour</a> makes its way through Australia.

With a focus on the contemporary art scene in Naarm / Melbourne, we’re here to showcase art and culture. Contributors and presenters interview, review, and cover current and upcoming exhibitions, practices and everything in between. Art Smitten is the place for expanding your knowledge of art!

Art Smitten is a SYN Media Podcast.

With a focus on the contemporary art scene in Naarm / Melbourne, we&rsquo;re here to showcase art and culture. Contributors and presenters interview, review, and cover current and upcoming exhibitions, practices and everything in between. Art Smitten is the place for expanding your knowledge of art!
Art Smitten is a SYN Media Podcast.

Art Smitten is SYN's weekly guide to arts, culture and entertainment in Australia and around the world.