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AI can do any many things, but can it replicate these drawings?
Drawing will always be present because it captures the vital creative impulse that links the eye, the mind and the hand.
- by John McDonald
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Naked, ‘wild’ and elusive: Pierre Bonnard’s muse keeps us guessing
Was Marthe Bonnard a jealous, obsessive wife, or an artist in her own right? On the eve of the NGV’s winter blockbuster, we uncover the woman behind the canvas.
- by Stephanie Bunbury
John Olsen farewelled as ‘master of the brush’ in state memorial
A who’s who of Australian media, arts and politics turned out in honour of John Olsen at a state memorial held at the Art Gallery of NSW following his death at age 95.
- by Linda Morris
Critics wonder why public must pay to visit Botanic Garden this Vivid
Vivid Sydney features three major ticketed events this year – and none of them have managed to sell out.
- by Linda Morris
We must never forget: How Melbourne’s Holocaust Museum is keeping memories alive
Melbourne Holocaust Museum creates a sense of calmness while confronting the atrocities of the Second World War.
- by Stephen Crafti
Why Philip Guston’s work is still causing headaches for galleries
One of the truly great artists of the late 20th century, the artist managed to alienate friends and admirers with a single exhibition.
- by John McDonald
Original silkscreens, Bob Hawke’s wallpaper: A design history like no other
The fabric and wallpaper designs of Australia’s First Lady of wallpaper, Florence Broadhurst, as well as Collette Dinnigan and Carla Zampatti, will be painted on Custom House for Vivid.
- by Linda Morris
Fancy some alone time? This new show might be just the thing
Lockdowns left us craving companionship, but at Buxton Contemporary, some of our best-known artists embrace the power of solitude.
- by Andrew Stephens
Albanese intervenes to light Sydney Opera House sails for Narendra Modi
The PM said it was his decision to light up the Opera House sails for the Indian prime minister’s visit with the cost to be borne by his office.
- by Linda Morris
How the Opera House tiles stay white
A day on the tiles of the Sydney Opera House getting a bird’s-eye view of how the maintenance team work at the world-famous structure.
- by Helen Pitt
Scott Morrison favourite Tina Arena quits Australia Council board
Arena was appointed by former prime minister Scott Morrison, who called his interest in her “bordering on unhealthy”.
- by Linda Morris