This week’s top art news
Gina Rinehart rethinks her creativity as she attacks Namatjira’s portraits
With mining magnate Gina Rinehart’s sudden turn to art criticism, we thought it only natural to revisit her own creative work, particularly her poem “Our Future.”
Will “pay what you can” policies increase ticket sales?
In these tough economic times, is now the right time for more arts organizations to try new ticketing models to broaden access?
Australia wins consecutive Golden Lions
“Recent artistic achievements on the world stage are remarkable and worthy of celebration,” Creative Australia’s CEO said.
Strong community focus brings arts to new locations in Brisbane
Ten months after taking up the role of director of the Brisbane Museum, Zoe Graham has driven an innovative program that puts local artists and artworks at the forefront.
Exit the gift shop
There is an undeniable connection between art and commerce in a gallery store: a successful gallery store is an essential part of an institution’s public engagement and makes a significant economic contribution to the gallery’s survival.
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This week’s top reviews
Art Hub We use a 5-star rating system. Here are the most read reviews from across the country this week:
Theater Reviews: Ulster AmericanEnsemble Theatre ★★★★
This provocative work examines feminism, #MeToo, toxic masculinity, the Northern Irish “troubles” and theatre itself.
Musical Review: Share House: MusicalMelbourne Arts Centre ★★★1/2
The trials and tribulations of house sharing in your 30s are detailed in this fun and entertaining period musical.
Theater Reviews: wordsAbbotsford Convent ★★★1/2
The young cast of 11 tackles the meaning and power of words, and the absence of words.
Exhibition review: Andrew Fife, Joanna Walthuizen, Lee Ann Raymond, Demetrios Vaclas, SOL Gallery ★★★★
SOL Gallery’s latest exhibition is another triumph of Melbourne’s artistic diversity and character.
Book review: Lola in the mirrorTrent Dalton ★★★
Trent Dalton’s latest novel looks into the mirror and finds violence and despair, but also hope and art.
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This week’s topics on employment and education
What’s changed for artists’ incomes? Throsby-led research paints a grim picture
Results from Creative Australia’s most recent six-yearly demographic survey of artists’ working lives reveal some worrying trends.
The Artist’s Path Week 11: Regaining a Sense of Independence
Accept yourself and handle success without self-sabotaging.
Want to work with me on my art: 2D type artist
Have you ever wondered how words can convey emotion through design and animation? UK-based Mat Voyce shares his insights on building a career as a typography artist.
Have you checked out our education and student news landing page? It’s a great feature that makes it easy to find career stories.
