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Why we can’t get enough of Kate Bush, and other under-recognised Christmas ‘hits’, at this time of year
Who needs 'Jingle Bells' when you could have Kate Bush? In honour of music artists we love, ArtsHub has compiled…
‘Banana-taped-to-wall’ artwork no longer a joke after sale turns it into jarring symbol of societal inequity
A cryptocurrency millionaire’s actions after purchasing a famous conceptual artwork has transformed this piece into a disturbing commentary on widening…
How I manage my portfolio career in the arts (part 1)
How do some of the best arts multi-taskers in the business do it? ArtsHub profiles a selection of portfolio career…
Rise of social media hacking devastating creative small businesses
A timely warning for all creative professionals: social media account hacking is rising, and your small business may be more…
Confidentiality clauses in arts contracts: are we getting the balance right?
Confidentiality around creative work can be hugely important. But when do contract clauses limit arts workers' freedom of speech?
Artists navigating environmental costs of AI art
AI is opening new doors for artists, but there are environmental costs to consider. Two artists share their views and…
The performing arts company breaking every convention in the book … and winning
For a company working in an art form steeped in tradition, the choice to break away from some of its…
What AI means for museums, where big decisions loom large
AI is here and Australian cultural institutions must get in on the action, while also ensuring they can keep control…
Is the secret of arts marketing really to ‘know thyself’?
A recent international study into arts marketing practices casts light on how an organisation’s core values play a part in…
How art trails are building pipelines of new gallery audiences
Artists’ open house art trails are often very popular events in their own right. But they are also a big…