Visual Arts
On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
WA arts leader stands down, and French architects appointed to University of Sydney design program.
Art as recovery during times of devastation and destruction
After witnessing the aftermath of an Australian bushfire, artist Ross Taylor created a visual notebook to journal the landscape’s recovery…
How perilous is COVID-19 for Aboriginal arts communities?
The Aboriginal Art Association of Australia speaks up for a sector facing decimation, as borders are closed, gallery sales come…
Australia Council announces COVID-19 support
$5M in funds have been redirected as the Australia Council suspends KPIs, initiates online learning and industry roundtables.
City of Melbourne pledges $2M to artist grants
The City of Melbourne is fast-tracking $2M in grants for artists and organisations to help with COVID-19.
Governments around the world respond to COVID-19 impact on the arts
How are other countries supporting the arts in this vulnerable time? Dr Jackie Bailey has created a scorecard to see…
What government support can artists access?
Accountant Michael Fox looks at the current government financial support packages to see what is available for artists.
ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
As arts orgs close their doors, other opportunities are being presented for artists. We give you a wrap of the…
An artist walks into a crowded street and screams
Chinese artist Xu Zhen can teach us lessons in individual expression, and tolerance, in our times of coronavirus
Exit interview: Joseph Mitchell, Artistic Director, OzAsia Festival
After five festivals, Mitchell has moved onto new challenges. Just before he left, he spoke with ArtsHub about the highs…