Visual Arts

Is the pram still the enemy of art?
There’s been a feminist revolution since Cyril Connolly declared the pram in the hall the enemy of good art. Now…

Crying inside: The darker side of comic art
Beneath the super-heroes and speech bubbles, comic artists often tell a tragic story.

Decorative arts revived in disposable age
In a world of short trends and consumer churn, the renewed interest in decorative arts presents a counter-movement.

How a digital detox can improve your art
Addiction to our devices is impacting our relationships, conversations, mental health, and creativity. Try these simple ideas to switch off…

How Western theatre portrays Islam
The Brussels attacks have again thrust Islamic terrorists centre stage, and the way Western theatre portrays Muslims may be part…

ATYP secures bespoke theatre
Australia’s national youth theatre company will move into a new harbourside home at Sydney's Pier 2/3.

An open letter to the Prime Minister
ArtsPeak have asked Malcolm Turnbull to take decisive action to restore sector and public faith in the government’s management of…

Five ways to nurture a creative work culture
Creativity is key to positive workplaces, but research shows it's lacking in many organisations. Here's how to foster a creative…

Mothers pressured to hide their kids
As a culture that worships individual creativity and sniffs at 'family values', the arts can be startlingly cruel to a…

Unveiled: Latest program announcements
From Ipswich to Adelaide, this week's program announcements include festival sneak peeks, national tours and more.