Visual Arts

Racism in the arts – reform or revolution?
From calling out to creating safe spaces, a panel of creatives speak about institutionalised racism in the arts, and the…

New national Creative Economy Taskforce appointed
The Taskforce will work in partnership with Government and the Australia Council to provide strategic guidance around restarting the creative…

On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
New director for Sydney Writers Festival, new board members at Melbourne Fringe, new faces at Music SA, and more.

Exit interview: Jim Cathcart, Director Fremantle Arts Centre
With 15 years in the job, ArtsHub spoke with Jim Cathcart on shaping an organisation’s unique character, finding financial sustainability,…

NSW and QLD community museums are under enormous threat
Making up 80% of public museums, many not-for-profit volunteer-run spaces won’t survive the pandemic, which will erode cultural life in…

20x20: Diversity is a white word
To celebrate 20 years of ArtsHub we rediscovered this article from 2017 looking at diversity in the arts. Have things…

Courage vs confidence
Overcoming anxiety can mean discovering your courage. Dr Jackie Bailey re-examines this sought-after quality.

ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
More money for ACT artists, curatorial assistant program, Doug Aitken commission for TAS, design takes centre stage at Powerhouse, Crime…

What Darwin Festival learned about operating in a pandemic
The homegrown Darwin Festival 2020 created a palpable sense of community despite adhering to social distancing guidelines.

Announcing the Recovery Roadmap Webinars
Presented by ArtsHub and Creative Victoria, this new webinar series will cover a range of helpful topics as we look…