Public art
Calling artists for major metro art commissions
Nine public artworks are sought to define the new Sydney Metro–Western Sydney Airport line.
Architecture commission reimagines The Parthenon, but is it appropriation?
Graffiti, rock concerts and a call against selective democracy, The Parthenon is ‘defaced’ for a contemporary audience.
Picking the right site for street art
Another recent police charge against street artist shows the importance of choosing the right site. Here is a short guide…
Situating ‘Australian art’ in Japan and beyond
While artistic engagement between Australia and Japan is not new, recent collaborations open up a greater cross-cultural discourse in the…
First Nations billboards pushing the boundary of public art
The NETS Victoria program provides a 24/7 platform for three First Nations artists to turn roadside billboards into opportunities for…
Car park activation: is it art?
Are car park art activations valid public art or lazy developer obligation? We look at the opportunities and trends.
Viewing a city through 123 diverse lenses
PHOTO 2022 is revitalising Melbourne CBD (and beyond) with a showcase of installations, exhibitions and walking tours from over a…
Photography festival that taps into our humanity
PHOTO 2022 has released its program – a festival that dreams big, then delivers beyond expectation.
Putting people at the centre of desert festival
Parrtjima – A Festival in Light continues to evolve while enthralling visitors with holistic cultural experiences on Country.
Women artists reckon with war
Two recent works channel the voices of women in acts of resistance and resilience.