The Economic Times

Who is Richard Lewer? Melbourne-based artist wins Archibald Prize 2026 with powerful portrait of Pitjantjatjara elder Iluwanti Ken

Melbourne artist Richard Lewer has won the prestigious Archibald Prize. His winning artwork is a portrait of Iluwanti Ken, a respected Pitjantjatjara elder and traditional healer. Lewer spent time on Country with Ken to create the painting. This marks a significant achievement for Lewer and highlights Indigenous representation in art.