Visual Arts

Opportunities and awards
Grant for experimental theatre and new initiative for immersive art, plus winners of songwriting competition and finalists of 2025 Penguin…

Short history of Australian artists at Venice Biennale reveals some irony within current furore
What does an eye over the history reveal about the Creative Australia Board’s recent Venice Biennale decision?

Quilt convention draws international talent to Melbourne
Blending learning experiences, exhibitions, community and craftsmanship, this premium quilting event is soon to unfold in Australia.

Financial win for Australian visual artists internationally
The Resale Royalty Scheme has been extended, ensuring visual artists receive remuneration from sales across nine more countries.

Governance advisory firm appointed to review Creative Australia’s 2026 Venice Biennale process
Questions are already being asked as to why the terms of reference exclude the decision to cancel Sabsabi and Dagostino’s…

Exclusive: Letter to the Minister for the Arts, Tony Burke MP: Reinstate Khaled and rebuild trust in Creative Australia
This open letter to the Hon. Tony Burke MP, Minister for the Arts, has been provided exclusively to ArtsHub; its…

Arts news watch: this week's trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.

BEASTIES is back with free fun in NSW for 2025
After a first run with an opening night that saw a 45-minute queue form around the block, BEASTIES returns for…

Groundbreaking macrophotography offers glimpse into Queensland's prehistory
In deep regional Queensland, a retired commercial photographer is finding new life in macrophotography, focusing on ancient life.

Exhibition review: Dianne Jones | The Beach, Walyalup
An exhibition to make you smile while reflecting on Australia's serious past injustices.