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Art & design
Government blunders in published costing of Powerhouse Museum revamp
The Minns government has been left red-faced after a $350.4 million costing of the Powerhouse Museum redevelopment at Ultimo was published in error.
- by Linda Morris
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Street artist wins Archibald Packing Room Prize for Baker Boy portrait
Matt Adnate painted the ARIA winner using 90 per cent spray paint. Also, the 57 finalists competing for the main Archibald Prize have been announced.
- by Helen Pitt
Why being an Archibald finalist can mean a lot more than fame
On Thursday, 57 artists will be announced as Archibald finalists, and the winner of the Packing Room prize will be revealed.
- by Helen Pitt
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Exclusive NSW girls’ school embroiled in ugly dispute
The fate of Australia’s oldest and most respected “creative community” looks uncertain, with long-term staff set to lose their jobs.
- by Andrew Hornery
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‘Embedded in our psyche’: Art world mourns leading Australian photographer
Conceptual photographer Rosemary Laing was best known for her images of brides suspended in the sky.
- by Linda Morris
Thousands of small, coloured straws help make top design prize winner
More and more design is appearing in galleries – and commanding big money – as this show at Melbourne Design Week attests.
- by Ray Edgar
‘Documenters of our time’: Exhibition celebrates Herald photography
The Photos1440 Exhibition showcases the artistry of the Herald’s photography at the NSW State Library.
- by Josefine Ganko
Opera House projections vs $128 harbourside walks: Reviewing Vivid’s light shows
There are over 30 light shows at Vivid this year. How do the paid events compare to the much-loved harbourside light walk?
- by Nick Galvin and Helen Pitt
Wendy Sharpe breaks all the rules in this spellbinding new exhibition
In her first show at the Art Gallery of NSW, Sharpe has recreated her inner-city studio and will conduct live paintings.
- by Linda Morris
Artist’s iconic images still feel as fresh as the day they were made
Once seen, Sally Robinson’s works are never forgotten.
- by John McDonald
Trailblazing Australian artist known for provocative, political work dies
The Melbourne-based artist developed an international following for her acerbic and witty installations and photography.
- by Linda Morris