Features
How green the wall? How high the sky?
The vertical garden is being embraced as a sustainable antidote to urban environmental woes. But how effective is it?
Appearing trick: Magic claims its place as an art form
Skilled performers are breaking down stereotypes that conjure stage magic as confined to white rabbits and floating women.
Should you study online to improve your job prospects?
Online degrees simply opening up higher education but can a qualification from your bedroom compete with an on-campus degree?
Conflict over copyright - is it fair?
The arts sector is deeply divided over the introduction of fair use into the Australian Copyright Act, as was evident…
Tax Tips for Arts Professionals
The end of the financial year is soon to be upon us so make the most of your tax dollar.
Bright spots emerge in changing cinema landscape
The number of cinemas is shrinking in the face of so many alternatives but there are rare movie houses putting…
Minister admits 'close interest' in Ballet School
The Minister for the Arts has defended a $1 million grant to the Australian Ballet School, in a slasher budget…
How to register as a charity
Your not-for-profit arts organisations may be eligible for tax-deductible donations if you register as a charity.
Built for sex: how architecture dictates bedroom habits
Architects advertise homes built for entertaining or family interaction but do some styles encourage more sex?
Australian boutique design is in global demand
A Vivid Ideas forum revealed Australian designers are in hot demand at fairs globally, but they’re lacking support at home.