Visual Arts

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…

Small island art centre Erub Arts at heart of global Ghost Net movement
Size might not matter when you’re invested in an international conservation movement, but collaboration certainly does.

ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Australian design, teen program at AGSA, State Library of Victoria reopening, Blak LAB, National Portrait Prize and more.

WA merger plan abandoned
WA cultural leaders have welcomed the shelving of a plan to merge the state’s three major cultural institutions.

Philanthropy and the arts – worth much more than money
Along with shining a light on the country’s arts supporters, the winners of this year’s Creative Partnerships Awards signify the…

Questioning leadership with Indonesia residency
The Australia Council’s first international leadership residential took place in Indonesia and Laura Pike looks at what she learnt from…

On the move: the latest appointments and resignations
Jewish Museum appoints new CEO, Tasmanian Theatre Company artistic director to leave, ICE seeks new Executive Director.