Lowdown: Precious Artwork, Creative Leaders On The Move
Generous donations of Aotearoa art taonga, big announcements from experienced arts leaders, awards, residencies and big career steps detailed in this week's arts news bulletin.
Cutting Edge Thinking, Endless Possibilities
A year-long creative journey for a newly built collaborative community in Northland has opened a wealth of new opportunities and instilled a boosted sense of confidence.
5 Ways To Deal With A Bad Review
QUICK HIT: How do you cope when the work you've laboured over for years receives a less-than-flattering reception?
“Ka Mua Ka Muri - Walking Backwards Into The Future"
OPINION: Tiaki Kerei reflects on a Te Ao Māori concept that speaks to elements at the heart of both creativity and Aotearoa.
Arts and Cost of Living Crisis - Cautionary Tale From Across The Ditch
For Australia’s artists, the cost of living crisis is also a wellbeing and art making crisis - one Aussie academic states it's time to stop framing the arts as a luxury.
Lowdown: Legends Show They've Still Got It
Some of the best writers from the 80s are back among the award nominees in 2024, plus a host of award winners across arts and music to celebrate.
Does NZ Music Month Hype Match Reality?
We speak with a quartet of acclaimed creatives to see what having a month dedicated to music in Aotearoa really means to those within the industry - and what it can do better.
Budget Breakdown - What's Left For Creative Sector?
Andrew Wood crunches the numbers and gets reactions from leading arts institutions - and funders - as to what the coalition Government's first budget means for the creative community.
King's Birthday Honours List - Theatre, Visual Arts & Music in Spotlight
14 members of Aotearoa's creative community have been given an extra reason to enjoy the long weekend - we highlight those commended for making a difference through the arts.
Lowdown: Big Long Weekend For NZ Artists
From large-scale art shows to industry-leading awards - there's plenty happening in the creative community and the Lowdown has some accolades worth noting.
"Giant Of NZ Music" - Rodger Fox's Remarkable Impact
The passing of the infectiously enthusiastic Aotearoa jazz legend has hit many hard - as his influence as a musician, a teacher and a mentor is remembered.
Nuke-Clear Impact On Next Generation
The Nukes on ukes - and how creating and teaching your craft at the same time can offer a satisfying career path.