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Writers telling underside stories of the beautiful game
It’s the news no football fan wants to hear – that there are some shady back room dealings in world…
When can artists afford to retire?
The official retirement age in Australia has just gone up. But when do artists typically clock off from their working…
Handling the work experience kids: there must be a better way
Does your organisation buckle under the strain at work experience placement time? Read on for some simple tactics to streamline…
Female dance bodies onstage: are we seeing a revolution?
Is the work of one of Europe’s most of-the-moment choreographers shifting expectations of female bodies on stage?
Creatives more prone to depression: myth or reality?
The depressed or manic creative is a well-known stereotype. But where’s the evidence to prove that it’s true?
Who owns AI image copyright?
AI-generated imagery is here to stay. But who actually owns it and should artists be worried?
Secrets of great artist bio pictures
Want to know how to take professional portrait pictures that put your best face forward? We’ve collected some hot tips.
Big predictions for workplaces in 2023
Will you get a pay rise? Will flexible workplaces continue? Here’s a look at what’s in store for arts workers…
Why lying down is an artistic superpower
Going from our habituated upright selves to more horizontal positions can do wonders for creative thinking.
Dealing with an annoying colleague without losing your cool
We’ve all had days of tearing our hair out over a colleague who has annoying habits. But there are ways…