The ACC is renowned for its reliable, user-friendly training, publications and advice. Our training sessions give you the latest information, delivered by experienced specialist lawyers who can explain how the law applies to real situations and practical issues. WHEN: 23rd August - 1st September WHERE: State Library of NSW, Sydney Seminars in 2010 inc...  More...

The ACC is renowned for its reliable, user-friendly training, publications and advice. Our training sessions give you the latest information, delivered by experienced specialist lawyers who can explain how the law applies to real situations and practical issues. WHEN: 23rd August - 1st September WHERE: State Library of NSW, Sydney Seminars in ...  More...

From IP Australia: A business name is used to identify the owner or owners of a business and does not hold the same legal rights as a trade mark. The consequences of not choosing the right business name can be serious. At its worst, it means having to start again and redo all of your brand building and promotion. Get the facts at the IP Australia we...  More...

A list of accountants around Australia experienced in working with visual artists.   More...

"Getting connected: making your mentorship work" is the handbook for you if you are seeking or planning a mentorship in the arts industry - either as a mentoree or mentor. Includes a directory of mentoring programs in Australian arts organisations. Whether you are an emerging artist, or at a career crossroads and looking for a nudge, or ev...  More...

Craft Australia is celebrating its 40year anniversary in 2010 and as part of the celebration has set up a flickr page to showcase Australian studio craft and design. We are continually uploading images to this site and a number jewellery and object images has been uploaded with many more to come.  More...

Artsource is pleased to announce that we have three residency opportunities on offer this year – Basel, Switzerland; Artspace in Sydney; and the Artsource Residency fund: • Basel, Switzerland for six months each year (in partnership with the Christoph-Merien Foundation, Switzerland); • Artspace, Sydney for three months each year (in partnership with ...  More...

QUT Creative Enterprise Australia (CEA) equips emerging businesses with the skills required to make and manage their success; provides access to leading technology and office spaces; and connects clients with the right networks and opportunities. As Australia's only dedicated creative industries 'incubator', they assist emerging businesses, in the ar...  More...

The Australian Copyright Council is renowned for its reliable, user-friendly training, publications and advice. Our training sessions give you the latest information, delivered by experienced specialist lawyers who can explain how the law applies to real situations and practical issues. The 2010 training program will be held in: Perth: 17th - 21s...  More...

The Print Council of Australia Inc. is a not-for-profit visual arts organisation that supports all forms of contemporary prints, artists' books, and paper art. They can provide advice on print issues - see their website for more details and contact information.   More...

The Australia Council for the Arts funding guide is an overview of the Australia Council, its funding programs and other forms of support for the arts. It includes a directory of Australia Council grants and initiatives. For ease of use this information is grouped by artform. There are also related sections on audience and market development and phila...  More...

ANAT recently partnered with the Collections Australia Network (CAN) to present the Allsorts Online Masterclasses, which covered topics ranging from Digital Storytelling and Collections Online to Arts as a Living Culture. Presented alongside the masterclasses, the CAN Allsorts Online Forum showcased digital initiatives across sectors. CAN has recently...  More...

The ArtStart program provides financial assistance to recent creative arts graduates who are committed to establishing a career as a professional artist. Graduates who plan to earn income or gain employment as a professional artist in the visual arts, hybrid and media arts, performing arts, literature or in community arts and cultural development may ...  More...

"I’ve spent much of the last decade in roles that involve collaborating with and advising artists and creators who are operating in a diverse, complex and rapidly evolving cultural landscape. In numerous conversations with street-level practitioners, the recurring theme is that the cultural funding and policy making system is broken." - Marc...  More...

Devised with the assistance of retailers and established design businesses including Terri Winter of Top 3 by Design and the team behind Workshopped, this guide takes you through the six key steps you need to take before you begin wholesaling. Topics covered include researching and targeting retailers, pricing your product, payment terms, retailer pet...  More...