To Roosegaarde this is all part of how art can contribute to environmentalism, and how design is not just about making chairs or tables, but about “improving life and science.” Roosegaarde is especially excited to see the design applied in Beijing ... full story
Beijing has a smog problem. And one artist is out to solve it. The extreme dangers caused by the blanket of pollution that veils the city recently led the Beijing Environmental Monitoring Center to warn children, the elderly and those with heart and ... full story
"There is still a big difference between East and West in understanding whether raising a paddle at an auction is actually a binding contract or not," said Philip Tinari, director of the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art in Beijing. "Some young ... full story
That was when his father, late artist Dang Loi, was setting up the foundation for puppetry in Ho Chi Minh City after the Vietnam War, following a job he had done in Hanoi since 1959. “My father was my first teacher, the one who gave me the love for art ... full story
''Since the Sydney International Art Series began in 2010, more than $80 million in new money has been generated for the state and attracted over one million attendees,'' said George Souris, Minister for Tourism, Major Events and the Arts. ''About 100 ... full story
More than 90 artists from 31 countries will come to Sydney for the 19th Biennale in March 2014, with installations from Turner Prize-nominated Nathan Coley spread through the city, as the festival of contemporary art celebrates its 40th anniversary ... full story
The University of South Australia has been given a million-dollar gift from a pioneer of Australian abstract art. Sydney Ball was a student of the South Australian School of Art, which is now part of Uni SA, and has had career spanning more than 50 years.and more »full story
After teasing a few names earlier this year, the 2014 Biennale of Sydney has released its full artist roster. It totals 90 artists, from 31 countries. The biennale, which will be toasting its 40th anniversary, runs in various venues throughout ... full story
Ms Plant said Perth's many redevelopments are prime real estate for art that would attract young shoppers. "When you travel, when you go elsewhere, you see artwork everywhere. I think young people are starting to crave that for Perth as well. When they ... full story
Through Art Month, we hope to now deliver new contemporary art experiences for seasoned gallery goers and first time visitors. Above all, it will be a celebration of the imaginative, eclectic and compelling range of contemporary art on view in Sydney ... full story
