“Lette Loose” Feminism and Portraiture in a Modern World

Sally Ryan’s portrait of Author Kathy Lette, ‘Lette Loose’, is a finalist in the 2025 Archibald prize.

The oil on board painting has a beach postcard feel with every element carefully designed to fully represent Kathy and all her quirks.

Image: Image by iDanielle – Shutterstock

Produced By: Ashley Blyumin

Featured In Story: Sally Ryan – Portrait Artist and 2025 Archibald Finalist

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 3 June 2025