{"title":"Tanya Bentley","description":"\u003cp\u003eTanya Bentley’s works offer a compelling insight into contemporary arts and culture, often illuminating the intersections between creative expression and society. Readers can expect thoughtful explorations that engage with visual arts and cultural discourse, capturing the vibrancy of artistic communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer writing invites a deeper appreciation of the arts through evocative narratives and critical reflection. Whether showcasing exhibitions or delving into artistic practices, Bentley’s books enrich the reader’s understanding of creative landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"herbert-smith-freehills-portrait-award-2024-by-tanya-bentley-9781855145443","title":"Herbert Smith Freehills Portrait Award 2024","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eHerbert Smith Freehills Portrait Award\u003c\/em\u003e is one of Britain's most prestigious art prizes and is the leading showcase for artists throughout the world specialising in portraiture. Barbara Walker, Tom Shakespeare and Russell Tovey are among this year's judging panel.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe prestigious competition showcases the very best in contemporary portrait painting and is open to everyone aged eighteen and over. Since its inception over 40 years ago, the competition has attracted over 40,000 entries from more than 100 countries and over 6 million people have seen the exhibition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside stunning artwork reproductions, the catalogue includes extended interviews with all prize-winning artists by journalist Richard McClure, and descriptive captions for all exhibited works by National Portrait Gallery curator Tanya Bentley, providing fascinating insight into the people and techniques behind the portraits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47424249659628,"sku":"9781855145443","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781855145443.jpg?v=1774768789"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/tanya-bentley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}