From rags to rebellions: the tapestry that threads together NGV’s most daring design exhibition, Westwood | Kawakubo

The 1970s marked a major pivot in the fashion world, one that would reframe the industry, redefine the standard of…

The Centre Is Everywhere: Inside The Regional at Warrnambool Art Gallery

For decades, regional Australia has been framed as somewhere you leave in order to make meaningful cultural work. The Regional,…

In The Studio with painter, ceramicist and sculptor, Liam Murphy

Liam Murphy is an artist whose works have been championed by interior experts across the state. Working with acrylic on…

The Big Design Market Returns to Melbourne With Its Biggest, Boldest Lineup Yet

Melbourne’s beloved Big Design Market is making its grand return to the Royal Exhibition Building this weekend, and it’s shaping…

Geelong Ceramics Market returns with a weekend of clay, creativity, and community

If you’re after something beautifully handcrafted, thoughtfully designed and 100 % local – then grab your calendar, because the Geelong…

Arts Guide: The most daring displays of artistry happening in regional Victoria this month

Art has never been so bold as it is this month across regional Victoria. You have kaleidoscopic building takeovers to…

Shepparton Art Museum competition prize SAM Open 2025 in final days

Shepparton Art Museum’s annual open-call group exhibition for local creatives, SAM Open 2025 exhibition closes this weekend. The competition-based show…

Sunnyside brightens up Ballarat

Taking cues from the European art palettes and expansive street installations, Sunnyside aims to bring bold, bright, and beaming immersive…

In The Studio: Enter the hyper-pop painting world of Chris Duffy aka Ha Ho Art

If you’re from Bendigo, you’re well aware of Chris Duffy’s work. The artist behind creative studio Ha Ho Art brings…

Locals lock in to save Liminal Gallery & Lab. Here’s how you can help!

Let’s not let another art institution’s mission be cut short! Having changed its name just over a year ago to…

Quilt, Wool, Use: a history of a forgotten fabric friend within the fast fashion space

“The first is as described by The Bulletin newspaper in 1906: A covering made by sewing together three or four…

In The Studio: Go behind the work with Joel Hammond, the artist responsible for immortalising Ballarat’s music history in mural

Joel Hammond is a name synonymous with the Ballarat art scene. In the UNESCO City for Craft and Folk Art,…

There’s a huge market happening in central Geelong tonight

Piccadilly Market returns to Geelong Arts Centre this evening full of artisan artists to adore. Running from 4.30pm until 8.30pm…

Arts Guide: The best arts experiences in regional Victoria this month

September is a stacked with prestigious arts events, local arts showcases and archival reinterpretations. Here are some of the best…

In The Studio: Step into the creative space of live music and portrait photographer, Lucinda Goodwin

While her face is often covered by a camera lens, Lucinda Goodwin is a face that is incredibly recognisable in…

Kait James helps to identify the red flags of our history

Kait James is an identity that many in the art world are across. For the observer, they may not know…

Eight must-see art exhibitions happening across regional Victoria at the moment

Responsive works, touring exhibitions, debut shows and research-led developments are on show across regional Victoria as our arts scene explodes…

Shepparton Arts Festival announce 2026 dates

Ahead of their full program of events for Winter Weekend later this month, Shepparton Arts Festival have announced their 2026…

Patti Smith meets Richard Gere: The Enninful x Mapplethorpe collision is curated to contrast.

New York City circa 1970 through to 1980 is a deeply romanticised period where art, music, and fashion were the…

Geelong Arts Centre tackles literary classics and shines with stars of the 70’s this month

There is no such thing as off-peak season in Geelong, as the arts precinct continues to have exciting activations across…

Ballarat International Foto Biennale’s 2025 program is a force of life

It’s big and it’s bold. The Ballarat International Foto Biennale breaths life into their 2025 festival with a dynamic range…

Reality TV and contestant-vetting is put under the microscope in Platform Arts latest exhibition

Djilang/Geelong contemporary arts organisation, Platform Arts, is launching their new exhibition season this weekend. Opening Saturday 2 August 2025 is…

Looks from Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe, and a Parisian parade of designers are showcasing in Melbourne

Timeless sophistication is the aim of Melbourne Fair’s current showcase at Caulfield Racecourse. A capsule of classic pieces has been…

Studios, sheds, galleries and homes: Surf Coast Arts Trail takes travelers into the intimate spaces of creativity.

Across two days, the Surf Coast Arts Trail offers access to behind-the-scenes arts activity on the Victorian coastline. From Torquay…

 

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