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What was the controversy about Brett Whiteley winning the Archibald prize in 1976?
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The controversy surrounding Brett Whiteley's win of the Archibald prize in 1976 stemmed from accusations that his painting, "Self Portrait in the Studio," contained elements that were not painted by the artist himself, specifically the background. Some claimed that the painting violated the rules of the competition. However, Whiteley defended his work, stating that the background was necessary to convey the artist's environment and process. Ultimately, Whiteley was allowed to keep the prize.
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How many times has Brett Whiteley won the Archibald Prize?
twice in 1976 and 1978 Brett Whiteley causing controversy with his Paintings.Brett Whiteley TitleSelf portrait in the studioMediumoil, collage and hair on canvasDimensions200.5 x 259cmWinner: Archibald Prize 1976Whiteley followed this win with an even more expressive work in 1978: Art, life and the other thing, a triptych that explored three issues -- the status of photographic representation in portraiture, the Dobellcontroversy and the representation of Whiteley's own battle with heroin addiction.In 1978 Brett Whiteley won the Archibald, Wynne and SulmanPrizes all in the same year, the only time this has happened. It was his second win for the Archibald and the other prizes as well.
What nationality is Brett whiteley?
Brett Whiteley's nationality is Australian.
Who was vanessa in brett whiteley's mixed media 1985?
Vanessa was a friend of Brett Whiteley.
Did Brett Whiteley enjoy art in school?
Brett Whiteley did enjoy art in school that's why he became an artist
Where did Brett Whiteley grow up?
Brett Whiteley grew up in Longueville New South Wales Australia
Where was Brett whiteley born?
in Alaska
What are Brett Whiteley's famous paintings?
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Brett Whiteley Opera House?
Brett Whiteley is known for painting a picture of the Opera House in Sydney, Australia. He painted it in the year 1982.
Where did Brett whiteley live?
he lived in sydney
What subject matter did Brett Whiteley paint?
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Why did Brett Whiteley paint the Olgas?
yes
What influences did Brett Whiteley have?
Brett was influenced by everyday objects, and the realism of everything and everyone.
