In 1964 the prize money for the Archibald Prize for portraiture painting was £900, but the coveted prize was dramatically not awarded that year.

A profile of the Australian artist Margaret Olley AC (1923–2011) introduced by journalist Jana Wendt on the occasion of her 83rd birthday in 2006. Catherine Hunter produced the segment.

Art has always been Betty Churcher's (1931–2015) private and public passion. As an educator and a gallery director, her vision was to make people see art as accessible and relevant.

Australian artist Brett Whiteley says that he was born with a 'powerful gift’. Whiteley points out that many 'gifted people shipwreck’.

Australian comedian Barry Humphries recites an ode to painter Arthur Boyd at the opening of a Boyd retrospective exhibition. Humphries mentions Arthur Streeton, Tom Roberts, Hans Heysen,

Australian painter Arthur Boyd painted his 'Half-Caste Bride’ series in the 1950s, drawing international attention to his work.

Jeffrey Smart corresponds with fellow artist Margaret Olley about painting her for the Archibald Prize.

Australian artist Brett Whiteley is drawing in the back of a London taxi, explaining that this is his image of London.

Australian artist Brett Whiteley is asked how to paint. He advises young artists to buy the materials and just do it. Summary by Damien Parer.

Aboriginal artists Brandy Tjungurrayi and Charlie Wallabi paint their country. Summary by Damien Parer.