Profile of Freud, 'who painted both male and female nudes which have a disquieting and shocking effect on the viewer'. Two examples.

Lucian Freud's uncompromising portrait of the Queen has been hailed as brave and clear sighted - and condemned as a travesty.

Detailed comments on the picture, from the National Gallery of Australia.

Image and brief description.

Image and description.

Quotes from the book 'Lucian Freud' by Lawrence Gowing. Also many examples of Freud's work, as large scans.

Lucian Freud has spent the summer painting two new portraits - including one of the supermodel Kate Moss.

Biography, and scans of some of his work, including a self portrait.