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Nigerian arts scene challenges the status quo

Nigerian artists pushed boundaries in 2012, with a wave of controversial and innovative artworks that criticised the government and engaged…

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The Best Australian Stories 2012

For those interested in new and established Australian voices this is a great volume to delve into.

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Top 10 summer icons

What works of art best capture the quintessential Australian summer experience of sun, surf and long lazy days?

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Uganda drops charges against British "gay play" producer

A Ugandan Court has dropped charges against a British producer over a play criticising Ugandan anti-gay sentiment.

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British author Hilary Mantel wins Costa literary award

Hilary Mantel has taken out best novel at the 2012 Costa Book Award for Bring Up the Bodies, the second…

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Jacques Tardi refuses Legion D’Honneur

The highest honour presented to civilians in France has been turned down by renowned cartoonist Jacques Tardi.

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Exhibition of work by blind artists in Canada

Paint what you see is advice often given to visual artists. But what if you can't see?

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Taiwan International Arts Festival launches program

Taiwan's premiere arts festival TIFA has released its 2013 program, which will prompt more interest than its Chinglish theme.

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Mother of 88 paints for school fees

An artist, mother and childcare worker painted for 72 hours straight to raise money for the 88 children in her…

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TIWI Art / History / Culture

Jennifer Isaacs’ encyclopaedic work documenting the art and culture of the Tiwi Islands is a major contribution to art history,…

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