Sebastian Galloway is a perfectionist. A perfectionist who loves his cat. The portrait is number 08 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

The Hon. Michael Kirby AC CMG is man of many facets: tradition and progress, accomplishments and humility. Artist Oliver Shepherd was a fan of him from a young age. He recalls the process of meeting Michael Kirby and the political issues that inspired the portrait. This work is number 03 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

Artist Liam Nunan has long been inspired by performer Jonny Hawkins and his constant energy. Although for this portrait, Liam wanted to capture a moment of stillness, quiet and contemplation. The portrait is number 09 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

Lori Pensini on the family history of her portrait. The portrait is number 01 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

Camilla Loveridge's father was an accomplished sculptor. Her portrait evokes memories of youth and lessons learnt in old age. The portrait is number 06 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

At 86 years old, Derek Rutherford loves his job tending to the garden at his local primary school. Artist Martie Curtis knew she had to paint him the moment she saw him. The portrait is number 04 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

Artist Daveena Cox loved getting to know the adventurous life story of her subject John. The portrait is number 10 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

After her father's passing, Elle Campbell went through days of bedridden grief, coming out the other side with a drive to paint her authentic self. The portrait is number 07 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

Julie-Ann Brown is observing her son Callum grow into adulthood, with all the stress and responsibility that goes with it. The portrait is number 02 in the exhibition sequence at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.