Visual Arts

NAVA launches its Disability Action Plan
NAVA intends to challenge ableism and promote equitable conditions for people with disability through its new action plan.

Mass theft or luxury art? World-first AI art auction faces a massive backlash
Thousands of artists are saying the world's first large-scale high-end art auction featuring AI models is an act of mass…

Public art commissions by leading Australian artists transform Docklands
A commissioned art collection has been introduced as part of an initiative to broaden culture and community in the district.

Bald Archy Prize announces 2025 finalists with Raygun as prominent figure
Running for almost 30 years, the ultra-accessible Bald Archy Prize is judged by a cockatoo.

Beijing curator, Victor Wang to lead Artspace into its future
Moving from Beijing to Sydney, Victor Wang brings a global community of contacts and context to shape the future of…

Opportunities and awards
Fringe commissions, literary travel fund, plus CAT Studio Residents announced, plus finalists of Siliceous Award for Ceramic Excellence.

Could every university student benefit from a creative arts elective?
More than 'just a bit of fun', evidence suggests creative arts electives for any undergraduate student – regardless of discipline…

APY Art Centre Collective vindicated, but calls for wider sector inquiry
APY Art Centre Collective has been cleared of any wrongdoing via creative interference, but says the two-year ordeal demonstrates a…

Where to see Patricia Piccinini's Skywhales in 2025
The second national tour of Patricia Piccinini’s incredible Skywhale balloons, has been announced.

Who is representing Australia at the 2026 Venice Biennale?
Artist Khaled Sabsabi and curator Michael Dagostino will take charge of the Australian Pavilion at the 2026 Venice Biennale.