Visual Arts
Why artists need mindfulness
As Mindful in May begins, we consider what cultivating mindfulness can do for creative professionals.
Desert Mob: a snapshot of Aboriginal art and culture from Central Australia
Desert Mob is an event that celebrates Aboriginal artists and their art centres, an exhibition of contemporary art and a…
Ananguku Arts: shaping Indigenous artists
Supporting South Australian artists, Ananguku Arts will showcase their contemporary works at the upcoming TARNANTHI festival.
How to copyright your tattoo
If your tattoo is art, does that mean you can copyright the body part that carries it? Here's the lowdown…
Gallery removes Indonesian president's portrait
A major Australian gallery has removed a portrait of the Indonesian President in the wake of the executions of Australian…
Creative industries are an increasing chunk of our economy
Copyright industries now create more economic activity than manufacturing or health services in Australia.
Arts loans without the catch
Arts organisations are increasingly supporting artists through interest-free loans, creating self-sustaining alternatives to traditional funding models.
Modernism revived: after the Anzacs
Exhausted by a week of Anzac-oriented cultural offerings? For an alternative narrative of Australian identity, explore the post-war spirit of…
Feast Festival makes Artistic Director redundant
Board member quits over unpopular decisions made by colleagues at Adelaide’s LGBT festival.
Young creatives are better off
New research reveals design and creative workers are more positive about their careers – even if they do have a…