Visual Arts
Can we ever make waste-free art?
From upcycling to reducing packaging, artists look at how they can limit the damage their work does to the environment.
Entries now open for 2020 World of WearableArt Awards
Designers, artists and makers from around the globe are invited to compete for a total prize pool of NZ $187,500.
Art in an age of uncertainty
Despite living in an age of uncertainty, Australia Council CEO, Adrian Collette is convinced that there is reason to be…
New Australian science enlivens Old Master paintings
A new pairing of Australian innovation and museum sector know-how is set to have a global impact.
Marco Fusinato heading to Venice for 2021 Biennale
An artist known for challenging power structures and conformity, Marcus Fusinato pairs up with curator Alexie Glass-Kantor to represent Australia…
Confronting sexual harassment in your organisation
Taking on sexual harassment means acknowledging that arts organisations inherently work with power and this should be managed, according to…
Win for women, as new report shows increased gender equality in the visual arts
The new Countess Report shows that independent sectors lead the visual arts in gender equality, while state institutions fall behind.
Skilling up actors for the long haul
A new website designed to help actors plan and prepare for a long-term career has been launched in Sydney.
The Art of a Good Protest Placard
Like protest or activist art, placards convey a political message to large audiences at protests and relayed through media to…
Knowing when it's time to go (from the archives)
Arts industry figures share their stories about knowing when it's time to seek the next challenge, and how to handle…