Art News
Australian aboriginal art: Millennial art threatened with disappearance
Jul 11, 2017
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3 minutes read
The first aboriginal cave paintings date back to the dawn of time (more than 50,000 years ago). First known art forms, perpetuated on their original medium (rock, sand, etc.) until about twenty years ago and using "modern" techniques (canvas, acrylic, etc.) since the 1970s, they are now threatened with extinction.
Lifestyle
Steve Martin: obsessive collector
Sep 11, 2023
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11 minutes read
Not widely recognized is the fact that Steve Martin, the renowned Hollywood actor and comedian, is a dedicated connoisseur of art. He is a frequent patron of art galleries and the global art fair scene, and his passion for collecting art dates back to his early years...
Art News
Australia's Richest Woman Demands National Gallery Remove Her Portrait
May 16, 2024
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Gina Rinehart, Australia's richest woman, has requested the National Gallery of Australia to remove an "unflattering" portrait of her by Aboriginal artist Vincent Namatjira. The gallery declined, emphasizing the importance of public dialogue about their collection and displays.
Art History
Australian art: kangaroos, landscapes and contemporary artists
May 21, 2023
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8 minutes read
I thought I would entrust the narrative of the early years of Australian art, as well as its subsequent Europeanization, to the kangaroo, a symbolic animal of Oceania that will be used as a conduit between Aboriginal and Western figurative expression...
Sell Art
Best Art Schools in Asia and Australia
Feb 25, 2025
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6 minutes read
Discover the best art schools from China to Australia. These prestigious institutions train the artists and designers of tomorrow through programs of excellence.
Sell Art
The Best Art Schools in the World: An Overview
Feb 26, 2025
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12 minutes read
Global art education is evolving towards increased integration of new technologies and a stronger connection with industry, while valuing local cultural heritage. When choosing an art school, it is essential to consider one's personal and professional aspirations, as well as the specificities of each institution according to one's artistic project.
Art News
Climate protester who spray painted artwork accused of terrorism
Apr 25, 2023
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2 minutes read
A climate activist in Australia is fighting a counter-terrorism charge she got for spray-painting an artwork at the Art Gallery of Western Australia in Perth in January.
Art News
Archie Moore's Australian Pavilion wins the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale
Apr 22, 2024
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3 minutes read
Archie Moore from Australia has clinched the Golden Lion for Best National Participation at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia (Foreigners Everywhere, April 20 - November 24)...
Art News
The Rencontres d'Arles 2025: An Unmissable Photography Festival at the Heart of Contemporary Creation
Apr 16, 2025
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6 minutes read
The Rencontres d'Arles is a major event in contemporary photography, bringing together artists and professionals from around the world each year. The 2025 edition is distinguished by its emphasis on diverse cultural perspectives, with a particular focus on Australia and Brazil through group exhibitions.