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Crying inside: The darker side of comic art
Beneath the super-heroes and speech bubbles, comic artists often tell a tragic story.
Decorative arts revived in disposable age
In a world of short trends and consumer churn, the renewed interest in decorative arts presents a counter-movement.
How a digital detox can improve your art
Addiction to our devices is impacting our relationships, conversations, mental health, and creativity. Try these simple ideas to switch off…
How Western theatre portrays Islam
The Brussels attacks have again thrust Islamic terrorists centre stage, and the way Western theatre portrays Muslims may be part…
Not yours to share
Artists engaging with diversity risk being accused of appropriation.
Mothers pressured to hide their kids
As a culture that worships individual creativity and sniffs at 'family values', the arts can be startlingly cruel to a…
The pitfalls and pleasures of making people laugh
Australian comedians respond to the question: what’s the best and worst thing about forging a career in comedy?
On the Move: latest appointments and resignations
An overseas appointment and a new Head of Film Programs at ACMI.
Donald Trump, Peta Credlin and Shakespeare
400 years after his death, Shakespeare offers some sharp insights into contemporary politics.
So you think you're not political
You don't have to be dealing with overtly controversial issues to create work that agitates and activates.