Visual Arts
The Thorn Birds goes under the hammer
Sotheby’s Australia has announced that a collection of treasures from the estate of Colleen McCullough will go to auction later…
Reduce workplace stress by escaping the office through art
New research shows that art in the workplace improves mental fatigue, suggesting a valuable commercial opportunity for artists.
Jacinda Ardern on art for wellbeing
NZ Prime Minister champions the role of wellbeing through the arts, and the role we can all play in valuing,…
Country Art WA revamps its brand
Country Art WA this week changed its name to Regional Arts WA, positioning the not-for-profit to reflect a more contemporary…
Tarnanthi a catalyst for international partnerships
Sitting at the core of this month's Tarnanthi Festival are 30 newly commissioned bark paintings that are set to reshape…
Local councils picking up arts funding slack
A new report says cultural funding ‘reached its highest point ever’ in 2017/18 – but the real story is a…
A new age of appreciation for First Nations visual arts
Indigenous artists from Far North Queensland to feature in Belonging, a major national exhibition.
Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Artist residencies announced through ACE Open and Kochi Biennale Foundation, Qld Literary Awards shortlist announced, Judith Durham receives music honour,…
13 Tips for better inclusive practice
From art criticism to language choice, disability and education - local and international leaders in the disability arts sector offer…
What does your aura say about your occupation?
A major new commission by artist Kate Mitchell will map the auras of recognised occupations, from artists to doctors to…