Visual Arts
Archibald four-time finalist broke down in tears at winner announcement
“You work your whole career imagining this might happen one day,” says Julie Fragar, winner of the Archibald Prize 2025.
Arts news watch: this week's trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.
Telstra NATSIAA 2025 has announced 71 finalists
Connecting to country and celebrating culture with another round of the prestigious awards.
Peak bodies welcome re-elected Albanese Government and call for greater commitment to live music and visual arts sectors
NAVA and 20 contemporary music organisations have welcomed Labor’s re-election and are collectively calling for stronger focus by the new…
The cultural value of craft: how craft communities strengthen regional identity
Practising a craft is about so much more than providing an income stream; it's about resilience, connection, regional identity and…
Introspective and spiritual, Buxton Contemporary's new exhibition, The Veil
Runs from 27 June to 1 November 2025.
Art travel guide: here are the best times to visit these five Asian cities in 2025
Go beyond the sightseeing with these art events that bring together the best in the city.
Trashing a treasure – re-elected government called on to act quickly to save Murujuga
Campaigners say time is running out to save irreplaceable rock art in the Pilbara.
Exhibition review: Martin Claydon: Leaves of the Brush, CBD Gallery, Sydney
Martin Claydon's work is busy, colourful and sumptuous.
6 reasons why teaching art workshops can boost your own creativity
Teaching art workshops is not an add-on – they can also creatively boost your own artistic practice.