Trends and Analysis
Rethinking contemporary textiles
Curators and artists come together to discuss emerging trends around the expanded practice of textiles and fibre art.
COVID recovery must have diversity in mind
COVID struggles for First Nations and culturally diverse creatives have been exacerbated by racism, finds latest Diversity Arts Australia report.
Are artists changing the wine market?
In an upswing trend, winemakers are choosing to use the sole signature for their wine an artwork, rather than their…
Australia lags behind OECD in cultural funding
As Australia ranks 23 out of 34 countries in cultural expenditure, the latest A New Approach report flags the potential…
Future of NFTs depends on ‘who’, not ‘what’
After NFTs farewells the golden hour of headline price tags, artists have the power to shape its future.
Audience hesitancy is Omicron’s new curse
Omicron has increased audience hesitancy around attending arts events, but is change in sight?
Mental health issues surge for performing artists
Research from Edith Cowan University shows 63.5% of Australia’s performing artists reported worsening mental health due to COVID.
ICYMI: the week's arts news
Trending topics and the latest events, from main stage to regional.
Untapped: The Australian Literary Heritage Project
Bringing lost Aussie classics back to life.
COVID staff shortages threaten arts events
As ACMI and HOTA cancel events due to staffing shortages, the question is not if but when will staff be…