Visual Arts

Exhibition review: A Narrow Strip Along a Steep Edge, Fort Lytton, Brisbane
An artistic activation of a Victorian-era fort in Brisbane could signal a passing of the (avant) guard.

Opportunities and awards
Professional development for music producers, plus winners of 2025 Australian Book Industry Awards, art prize finalists and more!

New arts space launches with 75-25 business model for slow burn success
As traditional arts funding models strain under cost pressures, a new kid on the block looks to chart a new…

The pros and cons of a self-directed craft education
If you can't go to art school, you may be able to carve out a career via a self-directed studio…

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.