Recorded live in NSW Parliament’s Theatrette, watch this in-depth conversation with Archibald Prize-winning artist Blak Douglas, hosted by veteran broadcaster Simon Marnie.

In this wide-ranging exploration of Blak’s artistic career and key works, it was an energising and at times confronting dialogue about the role of creative expression in driving cultural and social change, and the power of positive community engagement.

Watch the full video from this conversation below.

Blak Douglas (born Adam Hill) is a proud Aboriginal man of Dhungutti and Irish heritage. Originally trained in graphic design and illustration, he is a self-taught painter whose bold and highly recognised work offers incisive cultural and political commentary about what it means to be a First Nations person in modern Australia. Among his many accolades, he won the Kilgour Prize in 2019 and the prestigious Archibald Prize in 2022.

Simon Marnie has more than 20 years of experience in the Australian TV and radio industry. His broadcasting career began in the 1980s, leading to roles at Triple J, SBS and ABC, where he worked across radio and television. He was formally a familiar voice on ABC’s Weekends, covering Sydney’s vibrant culture and diverse communities.

Thank you to Blak and Simon, and to everyone who joined us in-person and online.