Visual Arts
Calling ambitious artists to lead contemporary textile practice forward
No longer boxed in by traditional boundaries, contemporary textiles present as a dynamic and bold frontier nurtured by the Wangaratta…
‘This is a pause, not a stop’: lockdown devastating for Perth artists
PICA and Perth Festival have postponed the opening of numerous events, while Fringe World has cancelled five nights worth of…
Stats out on Biennale of Sydney; we take a look at COVID’s impact
Despite cutting its staff by half as COVID hit, the Biennale of Sydney delivered over 600 programs to audiences, and…
How using the pandemic to expand has paid off
Fox Galleries used last year’s shutdown to rethink the commercial gallery model, expanding its space, taking on new artists and…
So you want my arts job? Over 20 careers to consider in 2021
From sound designers and circus riggers to artistic directors and general managers, this popular series looks at a range of…
Don't work with arseholes: why talent shouldn't trump all
Are you guilty of hiring or working with talent who always brings trouble? Verity Johnson breaks down a question every…
How to prioritise a busy creative schedule
Jump in puddles, find efficiency, and address unrealistic timeframes. This is how artists and creatives get things done.
On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
Brett Sheehy to leave MTC, new CEO for Museums & Galleries of NSW, Perth Festival appoints Head of Programming, and…
Local and global collide when artists respond to the pandemic
Local government has long been a supporter of the arts but during COVID-19 their role has been even more vital.…
14 'must see' Museum shows in 2021
From dinosaurs and ancient Egypt to Aboriginal Songlines, Australian museums this year will deliver a diverse and energised suite of…