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An actor with Down syndrome whose portrait has been entered in the Archibald Prize says he hopes the artwork will inspire conversations about inclusivity.
Gerard O Dwyer and artist Rita Karagelinian worked together on the portrait, called Conversations with a leading man , which they delivered together to the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Ms Karagelinian said the title and painting captured Mr O’Dwyer’s active lifestyle.
“I feel like there s a bit of sparkle in this portrait of Gerard as well as a lot of determination drive and passion,” she told SBS News. She said she admires the actor’s clear speech and ability to connect with people.