Martyn shortlisted for Herbert Smith Freehills Portrait Award
May 29, 2025
1 min read
MFAA/TAY club secretary and resident artist Martyn Harris ARBSA has been informed by National Portrait Gallery, London that his painting entitled "Memories" has been shortlisted for the Herbert Smith Freehills Portrait Award.
The portrait of regular gallery visitor Gilliam Martin was created at The Art Yard by Martyn using oils. Martyn said, "I am delighted and honoured that my portrait has been shortlisted for this year's National Portrait Gallery awards and is guaranteed to be hung in the gallery for the July to October exhibition of portraits."
He went on to thank the judges for shortlisting his work and acknowledged 2 fellow artists, Tim Benson and Moira Cameron who are also on the short list.
Use the links below to find out more:.../
Comments