Emoji image

Abdul Abdullah has created a realistic self-portrait and then obliterated half of his face with black spray paint.

Notice how the top of his face looks cartoon-like, perhaps even like a mask?

If you could transform half of your face into a mask, emoji or simple cartoon-like character, what would it look like?

Draw a picture of your half-and-half face here.

At home, look at different face mask styles and draw a design for one that could transform your appearance.

Sporting hero

Vincent Namatjira has painted himself with his sporting hero Adam Goodes.

Notice how the painting is made using the colours of the Aboriginal flag.

Both men are proud of their Aboriginal heritage and both take a strong, courageous stance against racism.

Draw yourself surrounded by objects that symbolise the values and beliefs you stand for.

At home, find out more about the important work Adam Goodes does to help stamp out racism.

Powerful profile

Claus Stangl has painted a profile portrait of hip-hop artist L-FRESH The LION.

Look closely at the intricate attention to detail on his beard, and how the light catches on it.

L-FRESH’s music tackles issues such as social injustice. What issues are you passionate about? Invent and write lyrics for a song to share your passion.

At home, draw or paint someone in profile. Experiment with different lighting effects on your sitter’s face.

Protective clothing

Kate Beynon has painted herself with her pet dog Tudo wearing matching clothing inspired by nature.

Look at the harmonious colours on the pattern of leaves and the eyes that stare out of the robe as a form of protection.

Create a self-portrait with your favourite pet or animal wearing matching costumes.

At home, design and make a costume inspired by nature. What colours, shapes and patterns will you use?

Expressive eyes

Meyne Wyatt has painted himself using warm tones of yellow, gold, orange and pink.

Notice his expression and the intensity of his eyes. Do they follow you round the room when you move?

Meyne is an actor. Imagine him playing a character in your favourite story or film. What would he wear? Draw an outfit and headwear or a new hairstyle for him here.

At home, set up a mirror and draw a self-portrait that shows you with a particular expression on your face.

Engineered environment

Jennifer Scott has painted a striking portrait of civil engineer Dr Raymond Charles Rauscher in flat colours and a metallic sheen.

Raymond teaches engineering students how to blend nature and buildings together to make cities more liveable.

Design a city that combines nature and buildings of different sizes.

At home, find out more about sustainable neighbourhoods in Australia. Which city is considered the most sustainable? Why?