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Wabi-sabi or sloppy? How to tell authentic from slapdash

In an age of artificial perfection, wabi-sabi is a refuge that offers lessons for embracing the human in art and…

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Fellowships

The University of Melbourne

Peter Blazey Fellowship 2027

The 2027 Peter Blazey Fellowship is now open. The $20,000 award is intended to further a work in progress for…

John Brack x Noel McKenna exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery: a woman dressed in black is sitting on a gallery bench looking at a range of small paintings hung on the gallery walls . One wall is a deep purple colour, the other is white.
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John Brack x Noel McKenna review: National Portrait Gallery’s masterful pairing of two great Australian painters

The shared interests of two Australian artists prove a fitting portal through which to explore their unique artistic voices.

QLD Arts Guide

The Events Centre

What’s in the Woods? | CHRISTMAS

Festive fun is heading to ‘What’s In The Woods?’ and the gnomes, animals and critters are getting everything ready for…

QLD Arts Guide

The Events Centre

What’s in the Woods? | SPRING

Spring has sprung! Our woodland is abuzz with activity, and filled with fabulous flowers. Roll around in the grass, help…

QLD Arts Guide

The Events Centre

What’s in the Woods? | SUMMER

The sun’s come out and it’s time to play! Join our woodland friends for a perfect summer’s day. Splash in…

Susan Provan will step down as Festival Director and CEO of Melbourne International Comedy Festival later this year. An older woman with fair skin, shoulder length brown hair and dark-framed glasses smiles at the camera. arts sector appointments
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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

This week's Australian arts sector appointments include the departure of Susan Provan AO from Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and new…

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Krystle Evans, Round 5 Joyce Spencer Textile Award recipient, in her studio in Broken Hill/Wilyakali Country in 2025. Photo: Em Jensen Creative.
Fellowships

The Cad Factory

The Joyce Spencer Textile Awards: $4000 fellowship + other prizes

Calling textile artists based in regional NSW! Submissions to the Joyce Spencer Textile Awards are open 27 April to 19…

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Career Advice

Best opportunities, grants & awards for creatives this week

Opportunities for 27 April to 2 May 2026 include coveted residencies, writing prizes and grants to support professional development.

Artist Talks

The Johnston Collection

Lecture & Afternoon Tea | Opulent Intimacy: Royal Presentation Jewellery with Scott Coleman

Join Scott Coleman for a lecture on royal jewellery accompanied by an afternoon tea.

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