A painting in which a man sleeps while the world burns has won a $100,000 art prize
- Posted on August 7, 2026
- By The Age
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In brief
Dr Ryan Presley, a Marri Ngarr artist, has secured the prestigious 2026 Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Art Award, receiving $100,000 in recognition. His winning artwork features a profound imagery of a sleeping man amid global destruction, serving as a powerful commentary on contemporary issues. This achievement highlights the significance of Indigenous artistic voices in addressing urgent societal challenges through visual storytelling and cultural expression.
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A painting in which a man sleeps while the world burns has won a $100,000 art prize
Marri Ngarr artist Dr Ryan Presley has just been announced as the 2026 winner of the $100,000 Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Art Award.
