Writing and Publishing
Lotterywest celebrates unique contribution to arts
Lotterywest is unique in Australia as a state lottery that returns profits to the community, including the arts.
The ugly truth about design
There are not enough jobs for designers and that's only part of the problem for those wanting to make it…
When computers become storytellers
If an algorithm can construct a narrative, what is the role for a museum or gallery?
Investing in public broadcasting
Public broadcasting is driven by volunteering and contributions but it will die without a modicum of Government support.
Scarlett Johansson suing author for literary look-alike
More than just the money, case tests limits of creative expression.
Queen's Birthday Honours recognise contributors to the arts
Ken Cato and Fiona Hall are among the best known honourees but performers, donors and administrators were also acknowledged.
Self-published e-books eat up market share
Bowker Market Research reports that self-published e-books account for 12% of the entire digital publishing market.
Teachers tested by proposed changes to copyright laws
Without the security of statutory licences, teachers will need to think more about the law before they press the copy…
Freedom of expression under threat
Artists need the skills to defend their work against personal ideological crusades and political point scoring.
What will the arts do if the Coalition wins?
The Australia Council Marketing Summit gives some pertinent advice on how the arts sector should talk to a Coalition government.