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Getting public art right
A new toolkit makes navigating the detail-heavy environment of public art commissions easy with checklists and solid advice.
The arts are losing the war for talent
Junior staff are finding better contracts, while senior staff are burning out. Kim Goodwin takes a look at Australia's increasingly…
How to be an effective arts advocate (from the archives)
You don’t have to be a well-paid political lobbyist or have a weekly radio program to be an arts advocate.…
Have you got your organisation's climate action plan in play?
Setting zero emissions targets for 2025, the Powerhouse will be a global leader in its sustainability credentials, adopting First Nations…
Want to be a film and TV composer? Nigel Westlake says ‘check your ego’
Accomplished Australian composer Nigel Westlake shares his tips and tricks for getting into the screen music industry.
Women artists on making at home
What do artists Louise Olsen, Karen Black and Zoe Young have in common? Learn how ‘home’ has influenced how and…
So you want my arts job: Scribe
Being a scribe is an intense but rewarding experience that requires trust and a synergy of process.
11 clever ways to promote your arts business
When it's time to stop making art for your own enjoyment, here's how to find clients who pay.
Managing the transition from artist to boss
Making the move from creative to management – no matter what your practice – can be harder than you think.…
The problem with art prize communication
Communication with those brave enough to put themselves forward for awards, prizes and grants should be respectful