A vast cavern will form the foundation of the Art Gallery of NSW's $344m Sydney Modern plan.

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More than four years after it was first proposed, Sydney Modern, it seems, is finally about to be transformed from a vision that exists only on the architects' computer screens and in the mind's eye of Art Gallery of NSW director Michael Brand into a reality of steel and glass.

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The controversial expansion project is expected to be completed by 2021.

The need for effective fundraising is more pertinent than ever in the struggling arts sector. Increasing competition for limited government dollars means many non-profits need to find new ways to win support.

The 2017 Hindmarsh Prize showcases Canberra's best glass artists

Melbourne-based artist John Scurry returns to Canberra with a solo exhibition.

Sasha Grishin came away from Defying Empire with a clear sense of political message

Canberra designers are front and centre at this weekend's Denfair, Australia's leading showcase of contemporary design

What's happening around Canberra this long weekend? Try a gallery near you.

There's something quite practical in the opulence of the Canberra Glasswork's new exhibition

This Sydney-based video installation artist deals with violence in her work.

Renowned landscape architect Richard Clough donated a rare collection of art to the NLA and now its on display for the first time

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Swinburne's custom 3D-printed Formula 1 car parts inspires a new approach for a local company.

He may be a legend in hip-hop and a reputable TV star but, 30 years on from his arrival in the world of entertainment, Ice-T is still pissed off.

Wouldn't it be great to wear a dress that simply stated what you were trying to say?

DIY-style projects from the 1990s that seemed ephemeral then are becoming blue-chip art.

Winter masterpieces exhibition draws more than 150,000 visitors to the National Gallery of Victoria in five weeks.

One thing I'm discovering about the arts scene in Canberra is that sometimes some of the most interesting things are found hidden away in places you'd never expect.

A new body of work by photographer Jaqui Dean explores the fascinating people and stories of Hornsby.

A new exhibition looks at how artist William Dobell overcame the controversy provoked by his portrait of Joshua Smith.

A new exhibition in Sydney explores the way replicas are used to create and share knowledge.

Julie Bartholomew joins art and science to comment on the environment.

There is something a little chilling in a personality that is able to step outside the stream of life and see everything as subject matter.

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Harbour lights aglow to greet The Avalanches and special guests at Vivid Sydney.