Visual Arts
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.
Arts news watch: this week's trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep you eye on this week's top arts news stories.
Northern Territory artists shine at Charles Darwin University
The institution has launched a new gallery in the heart of the city to showcase the region's artists.
Exhibition review: Bruce Reynolds and Hiroe and Cornel Swen, Canberra Museum and Gallery
Exploring material histories through ceramics and painting, these two exhibitions make for a sympathetic pairing.
New galleries for Bruny Island and Caboolture
Bruny Island in Tasmania and Bribie Island in Southeast Queensland, add to the tourism offering with new galleries.
Exhibition review: Summer Exhibition 2025, Victorian Arts Society
A showcase of mixed media.