<p>Artist Nathan Paddison says his self portrait reflects his current life as he feels like a child when he paints. He speaks to Lester Prize CEO Annie Silberstein.&nbsp;</p>

Portrait of the artist scrutinising the viewer

The official podcast for The Lester Prize for Portraiture. You'll hear the stories behind the portraits from artists and their subjects. The Lester Prize exhibition will run at the Art Gallery of WA's Centenary Galleries but look out for regional tours too! You can find out more about the prize, programs and how to make a donation by visiting lesterprize.com.