Graham Goldsmith_Former Chancellor Of Swinburne University
Oil on Linen
120cm x 90cm x .3
2019
Commission
Graham Goldsmith – Former Chancellor of Swinburne University of Technology
This commissioned portrait of Graham Goldsmith, former Chancellor of Swinburne University of Technology in Hawthorn, Victoria, was commissioned specifically for the Swinburne University collection. Painted by Australian portrait artist Vicki Sullivan, the artwork celebrates Graham's contribution to the university and his distinguished career in business and leadership.
Graham Goldsmith brought extensive experience in business and financial services to his role as Chancellor, having enjoyed a distinguished 25-year career with Goldman Sachs Australia, where he served as Vice Chairman and Managing Director. His leadership, commitment to education and contribution to the wider community were recognised in 2020 when he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO).
Vicki's aim was to create a portrait that went beyond photographic likeness, capturing the character, personality and individuality of her subject through her detailed, realistic painting style.
The finished portrait received a particularly memorable endorsement from Graham himself, who was delighted with the result:
Graham Goldsmith – Former Chancellor, Swinburne University, Hawthorn, Victoria
"I have shown my wife and it has her seal of approval!! Much much better than any photo ever taken of me."
Vicki Sullivan specialises in commissioned contemporary realist portraits for universities, corporations, institutions and private collectors. Her portraits celebrate individuals and their achievements, creating lasting artworks that can be treasured for generations.
Graham Goldsmith – Former Chancellor of Swinburne University of Technology
This commissioned portrait of Graham Goldsmith, former Chancellor of Swinburne University of Technology in Hawthorn, Victoria, was commissioned specifically for the Swinburne University collection. Painted by Australian portrait artist Vicki Sullivan, the artwork celebrates Graham's contribution to the university and his distinguished career in business and leadership.
Graham Goldsmith brought extensive experience in business and financial services to his role as Chancellor, having enjoyed a distinguished 25-year career with Goldman Sachs Australia, where he served as Vice Chairman and Managing Director. His leadership, commitment to education and contribution to the wider community were recognised in 2020 when he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO).
Vicki's aim was to create a portrait that went beyond photographic likeness, capturing the character, personality and individuality of her subject through her detailed, realistic painting style.
The finished portrait received a particularly memorable endorsement from Graham himself, who was delighted with the result:
Graham Goldsmith – Former Chancellor, Swinburne University, Hawthorn, Victoria
"I have shown my wife and it has her seal of approval!! Much much better than any photo ever taken of me."
Vicki Sullivan specialises in commissioned contemporary realist portraits for universities, corporations, institutions and private collectors. Her portraits celebrate individuals and their achievements, creating lasting artworks that can be treasured for generations.
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