Gina Fairley

Gina Fairley is ArtsHub's Senior Contributor, after 12 years in the role as National Visual Arts Editor. She has worked for extended periods in America and Southeast Asia, as gallerist, arts administrator and regional contributing editor for a number of magazines, including Hong Kong based Asian Art News and World Sculpture News. She is an Art Tour leader for the AGNSW Members, and lectures regularly on the state of the arts. She is based in Mittagong, regional NSW. Instagram: fairleygina

Gina Fairley's Latest Articles

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Opinions & Analysis

The problem behind sensational damage in galleries

From the Van Gogh-inspired Swarovski chair to closures at the Louvre – damage and security staff shortages present a new…

Defunding success in the arts. Crowd gathered at exhibition opening. ADC
Opinions & Analysis

Belly punch to craft sector lacks respect: ADC in potential freefall

The CEO of the 61-year-old craft peak body speaks out about being stripped of federal and state operational funding.

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Festival review: OpenField, Berry

A regional festival that trades on being genuine.

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Features

The pros and cons of a self-directed craft education

If you can't go to art school, you may be able to carve out a career via a self-directed studio…

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Features

6 reasons why teaching art workshops can boost your own creativity

Teaching art workshops is not an add-on – they can also creatively boost your own artistic practice.

Artist table in studio covered with paintbrushes. Money tips for artists
Features

12 money tips for visual artists in a looming recession

Artists are always on a budget, but the purse strings have just been pulled tighter. Here are a few studio…

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Ballet review: Manon, Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House

A technically and emotionally challenging ballet that, despite its traditional staging, still asks relevant questions today.

View of gallery exhibition with large ceramic sculpture in glass case. Wynne Prize.
Q&A

2025 Archibald finalists announced: conversation with curator Beatrice Gralton

This is the curator's first time delivering the finalist exhibition for three of Australia's most prestigious and best loved prizes.

Outdoor light installation at night of hanging blue illuminated rods. Illuminate Adelaide
News

Velvet Underground co-founder, 10-minute dance parties, drones: it’s all in for Illuminate Adelaide

Illuminate Adelaide has announced its 2025 program, including nine world premieres and plenty of winter immersive experiences.

Picture of an artist's palette with paint splotches, and woman looking through hole in it. Arts news watch.
News

Arts news watch: this week's trending topics

We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.

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