Opinions & Analysis
On nature painting and colonial narratives
The opportunities for cross-cultural responses to Country are still awkward spaces for artists and galleries to venture into.
Cultural diversity in Australia's fashion industry: a call for true representation
How far does Australia have to go to do justice to CALD representation in fashion?
We need to have a conversation about young people these days
Don't underestimate the discipline, dedication and technical prowess of performing arts students enrolled in Australia's ARTS8 schools, says ANAM's General…
Why university art museums play a vital role
The probable closure of GUAM reveals a fundamental misconception of the Gallery's importance.
Art: need and impact
The former Artistic Director of Polyglot Theatre shares her recent keynote to an alumni event at the Betty Amsden Foundation.
Dark side of the arts: where fear and transparency collide
What are arts journalists to do when those we are trying to empower to speak up fear the repercussions?
Under a wet blanket: navigating the Australian arts ecosystem as First Nations artists
It's time that First Nations artists were allowed to be in the driver's seat and not confined to the passenger's.
Do we want Gauguin back?
The NGA's recently announced 'Gauguin World' exhibition raises questions, but also proposes new answers.
Arts funding that honours artists rather than neoliberal markets
What the sector needs are separate funding streams for emerging and established artists that evaluate financial acquittals rather than applications.
Arts media 'on edge of collapse' – how to rebuild it
A new report looks at the current relationship between the arts and media sectors, with some bold recommendations on what…