Opinions & Analysis
The impact of art: does it reside with the public’s perception without regard for the artist’s intent?
Statements made at the Senate estimates hearing over the Creative Australia Board’s Venice Biennale decision raise questions about how the…
When I left school I made a terrible career choice
Why I became an electrical engineer and did a 180-degree turn, becoming a published author...
When the 'War of the Worlds' lands in three places at once...
The logistics of staging one festival production in three different locations concurrently is challenging enough. But what happens when you…
A win for creative industries against AI?
Creative cultures may yet suffer when the royalties start flowing.
Beyond race, is Country: the MTC's '37'
The restaging of Nathan Maynard's hit play from last year is an important contribution to the ongoing discussion of racism…
What can arts organisations do if their audiences abandon Facebook and Instagram?
With the foundations of established social media platforms becoming unstable, what can arts marketers do to keep reaching their audiences?
Using language in storytelling
Great storytelling, like that of Michael Mann’s 'Heat', transcends genres by mastering language.
Talking about access should be part of every day...
... and improving access just as often.
AI erasure – how AI could reshape our understanding of history and identity
Much has been said and written about how AI may shape our future, but how much thought has been given…
The best art I saw in 2024 across 11 cities and over 200 exhibitions
A note of appreciation to all the artists and artworks that left a mark on my year.