Visual Arts
Kpop star Rain under fire
Kpop star Rain is being investigated for his extensive 'time off' during his time in the South Korean army.
Nigerian arts scene challenges the status quo
Nigerian artists pushed boundaries in 2012, with a wave of controversial and innovative artworks that criticised the government and engaged…
The Best Australian Stories 2012
For those interested in new and established Australian voices this is a great volume to delve into.
Top 10 summer icons
What works of art best capture the quintessential Australian summer experience of sun, surf and long lazy days?
British author Hilary Mantel wins Costa literary award
Hilary Mantel has taken out best novel at the 2012 Costa Book Award for Bring Up the Bodies, the second…
Jacques Tardi refuses Legion D’Honneur
The highest honour presented to civilians in France has been turned down by renowned cartoonist Jacques Tardi.
Exhibition of work by blind artists in Canada
Paint what you see is advice often given to visual artists. But what if you can't see?
Taiwan International Arts Festival launches program
Taiwan's premiere arts festival TIFA has released its 2013 program, which will prompt more interest than its Chinglish theme.
Mother of 88 paints for school fees
An artist, mother and childcare worker painted for 72 hours straight to raise money for the 88 children in her…
TIWI Art / History / Culture
Jennifer Isaacs’ encyclopaedic work documenting the art and culture of the Tiwi Islands is a major contribution to art history,…