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High hopes for Aboriginal art in major New York auction
Sotheby’s is once again working with Tim Klingender Fine Art in what they hope will be another record-breaking auction featuring…
A celebration of contemporary Australian painting
Two winning artists speak of their works in The Bayside Painting Prize.
Creative hub for and co-designed by emerging artists now open
A new creative hub has welcomed its inaugural cohort, having previously engaged them in the process of designing their dream…
Mr G returns: why artists still cringe and relate
Chris Lilley's satirical version of a drama teacher, Mr G, has resonated with Australians for more than two decades. But…
Art world in shock after sudden death of 2026 Venice Biennale curator
The international art world is mourning the death of curator Koyo Kouoh, who was set to lead the 2026 Venice…
What’s in the City of Melbourne’s draft Budget 2025-26 for the arts?
Firelight Festival and Now or Never will both return this year, plus investments in Melbourne Fashion Week and Melbourne International…
Building an artist network to break through the social media noise
As social media marketing reaches its endgame, artists are searching for new ways to build their network and market their…
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.
Are you a performing arts worker with a radical idea? Develop it with a $100,000 fellowship
The Betty Amsden Fellowship is seeking thought-leaders and will help the successful applicant develop their plan and test their new…
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