Visual Arts

Our schools need artists - and chaplains are the key
A simple and affordable change to the established chaplains program could embed artists and creative practice in every state school…

Overcoming the 10 biggest obstacles to creating
Want to write daily or put paint on canvas but find yourself resisting the habit? Here's how to identify what's…

On the move: latest appointments and resignations
New member on the Board of the National Portrait Gallery and curator for Lorne Sculpture Biennale announced.

I think you’re freaky but I like it a lot
Roger Ballen proves that creativity can be inspired by the most diverse background … and go viral on YouTube.

Jan Senbergs: observation – imagination
This long overdue survey shows that being individual and committed in one's vision pays off.

Moving beyond future colonialism
Mikhael Subotzky’s new film at SCAF stitches together South Africa, Australia and England in an epic tale of past, present…

Australian galleries rank well in international visitor report
An annual global report on attendance at art galleries and museums shows that Australia leads the world with contemporary shows,…

Turning your digital data into dollars
Move over crowdfunding. Emma Dunch tells us how to utilise our digital engagement to drive fundraising.

Dealer Denis Savill to close up shop
Sotheby’s Australia will auction the Private and Public Collection of Denis Savill with his retirement this year.

Unveiled: Latest program announcements
Comic books, concerts, contemporary dance and hybrid performance feature in this week's program announcements.