Film
A budget for the spontaneous creative
Planning isn't the first thing that comes to mind for those who enjoy a spontaneous lifestyle. But for artists and…
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…
How the art market's million dollar distortion affects you
The global art market rises and falls on multi-million dollar works but 90% of artworks sell for less than $50,000.
My life as a plus-size actress
When you are a child actor, chubby means cute. When you hit adolescence, it can be agony. And as an…
How to get good marks in creative courses
Assessment doesn't have to be the dark cousin of learning. In creative arts, educators are using new contextual models better…
When art gets too personal
Using the people around you in your art may test whether you care more about your creative work or your…
A year of directing dangerously
Going to work in a prison revived this theatre-maker and reminded him why he makes theatre.
Overcoming creation guilt in the arts
Should being busy really be a badge of honour? The mounting pressure for artists to create more, more, more may…
Influencing the gender agenda
As a freelancer you don’t have the power to set the agenda and you can’t afford to argue with those…
Where does Australia fit in Singapore's regional art hub?
Singapore has positioned itself as a regional hub, throwing vast amounts of money into cultural infrastructure. Is there a place…