Visual Arts

A borrower be: why the arts needs loans, not just grants
Philanthropists are increasingly interested in capacity building and impact investing but while small-to-mediums take advantage, a new Platform Paper says…

Over-programming puts arts workers at risk of burnout
Doing too much can give you an adrenaline rush but it comes at a long term cost.

Pleasure and Reality
A finely curated exhibition showcasing five contemporary Australian artists.

Unveiled: Latest program announcements
Australian choreographers to have a German premiere, and Next Wave's 2016 artists announced.

50 ways to take care of yourself in the arts
Feeling burned out? Here are practical tips and advice from community arts workers, artists, practitioners and managers on how to…

How music trumps reading for childhood development
A new study suggests that informal music-making with very young children can lead to better attention and emotion regulation by…

Sorry but the NPEA's not dead yet
The new Minister has admitted he is thinking of 'adjustments' to the NPEA. We examine the evidence that the Budget…

Slow but steady progress at Collingwood arts precinct
The former TAFE college in Collingwood has received a $2 million basic upgrade, but the site is far from being…

Design your career at Shillington
With the rise of the multi-passionate and the portfolio career, arts professionals are looking to diversify their skills. Here's how…

Making it in the real world
At JMC Academy students work together on actual commercial projects to gain real world industry experience.