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Explore highlights from the Private View of the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award at the
National Portrait Gallery, London on the 8th July 2025. Open now until the 12th October.

Richard Kitson in front of the National Portrait Gallery

Richard and Joanne

Alice IV, oil on canvas 18x20

Richard and Alice in front of ‘Alice IV’

Richard attending Private Exhibition

Attendees of the private exhibition

Richard, Joanne and Alice in front of ‘Alice IV’

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Alice IV, oil on canvas 18x20 inches by Richard Kitson – portrait by Barnsley artist selected for the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery, London — Latest News

Richard Kitson’s portrait, ‘Alice IV’, has been selected for display in this year’s Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery, London. The exhibition will run from 10th July to 12th October, showcasing the work of leading portrait artists.

Paul Elmhirst portrait by Richard Kitson, 2022, oil on linen canvas, 30x24 inches – commissioned portrait painting Barnsley, Yorkshire portrait artist — Portrait Commission Enters Permanent Collection

Richard’s commissioned portrait of Paul Elmhirst is now on display at The Cooper Gallery in Barnsley. This portrait is the latest acquisition to the gallery’s permanent collection and celebrates Paul Elmhirst’s 52 years as Chair of Trustees at the gallery.
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