Visual Arts

Australian Design Centre loses state and federal funding, faces uncertain future
‘Without core operational funding it is difficult to see how ADC can continue in its current form,’ the organisation warned.

Culture Sparks Unity: exploring Poland’s vibrant cultural program
The program has been curated for the for the country's Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

New sculptural works and North Terrace stories feature in Samstag’s 2025 Kudlila season
A German-born, Adelaide-based artist’s recent works and a group exhibition exploring the contested history of the city’s ‘cultural boulevard’ open…

Exhibition review: Arcangelo Sassolino: in the end, the beginning, Mona
Contemplations around life and destruction are provoked by the first Australian exhibition by Italian artist Arcangelo Sassolino.

New exhibition celebrating World Crocodile Day
A new touring showcase to commemorate reptilian prowess.

Opportunities and awards
Entries open for Human Rights Essay Competition and MAC yapang Art Prize, plus winner of Penguin Literary Prize and more.

Festival review: OpenField, Berry
A regional festival that trades on being genuine.

Arts news watch: this week’s trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week: pub quiz literary questions, King’s Birthday Honours List, choosing a career…

Exhibition review: Revealed 2025: New and Emerging WA Aboriginal Artists, Perth Cultural Centre
An extensive display of Indigenous artwork garnered from across WA.

Man Ray and Max Dupain exhibition coming to Heide
Man Ray’s influence on Max Dupain – and the significant roles their respective partners, Lee Miller and Olive Cotton played…