Visual Arts

A new era shaped by artists’ studio needs
What 350 free artist studios mean for the future of Australia's arts ecology. ArtsHub speaks with Artspace directors.

Affordable Art Fairs – bridging the gap between desire and affordability
A global phenomenon, the Affordable Art Fair seeks to democratise collecting art and has announced Brisbane as its next destination.

The art story behind the $180 million class action win led by Mervyn Street
A recent class action over stolen wages has brought past injustices to light. The paintings of the case’s Lead Applicant,…

Exhibition review: Daniel Boyd: Rainbow Serpent (Version), Institute of Modern Art
Rainbow Serpent (Version) is Indigenous artist Daniel Boyd’s first major exhibition in Brisbane.

10 recently published arts books, worthy of a read
Arts publications worthy of your time. ArtsHub shares what's top of reading lists for November.

Arts with law: a complementary and powerful combination
Creating social change and addressing the inadequacies of systems around gendered violence, through arts and law's intersection.

Performance review: New Reality, Immigration Museum
Multidisciplinary performance that paid homage to Chinese roots while exploring themes of identity, belonging and self-worth.

Festival review: The Unconformity, Queenstown
The Unconformity is a festival that interacts with the Queenstown landscape in unexpected ways.

The Barossa is more than just wine
An in-depth look at two volunteer organisations in the Barossa region that are elevating their local arts community.

Setting in motion: what Ireland’s basic income pilot could mean for Australia
The success of the national campaign that established Ireland’s Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme offers a range of…