Julie Fragar

Julie Fragar is an accomplished Australian artist known for her innovative portraiture and significant contributions to contemporary art, particularly within the Australian art scene. She recently gained recognition as the 14th female artist to win the prestigious Archibald Prize, celebrated for her portrait of her best friend, Justene Williams, which she created as a tribute to Williams' dynamic artistic output. Fragar serves as the head of painting at the Queensland College of Art and Design, where she influences the next generation of artists.