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Creative Exchange podcast series launched

Providing deeper explorations of the topics raised in the Creative Exchange webinars, the associated podcast series has now launched.

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Education & Student News

Me and my mentor: Fiona Jury and Robin Baker

Working together to build skill, musicality and, above all, confidence, these two music teachers explain their mentoring process.

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Q&A

So you want my arts job: physical comedy and clown teacher

Drawing from over 20 years' experience, Clare Bartholomew divulges what it means to be a physical comedy and clown teacher.

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Features

How to find your sweet spot with social media

Balancing the needs for inner peace with audience development is an ongoing struggle for artists and creatives. Here are some…

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Education & Student News

Upskilling by responding to young people’s needs

Propel Youth Arts WA’s dedicated professional development program, PIVOT, returns with a fresh outlook drawing on past learnings.

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Q&A

Why I'm studying... Honours in Performing Arts (Dance) at WAAPA

West Australian dancer Annmarie Clifton-James graduated from WAAPA in 2022, but chose to continue study with an Honours year. She…

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Features

9 ways to help you deal with creative rejection

Hearing "no" is never easy but recovering from rejection is a necessary part of the artist’s life. Here are some…

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Setting in motion: what Ireland’s basic income pilot could mean for Australia

The success of the national campaign that established Ireland’s Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme offers a range of…

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Features

How to pitch your work to a festival director

Three Australian festival directors offer tips on pitching your art for inclusion in their events.

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Opinions & Analysis

Why we fail when we talk about talent

Using the word 'talented' as praise and encouragement devalues hard work, skill and learned ability. We need to use better…

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