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Want to be a photojournalist? Penny Stephens reveals how

Delve into the career of a photojournalist with Penny Stephens.

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Features

Is my studio practice killing me? Understanding the impact of silicosis 

Tips for ceramists and glass artists to protect against the deadly studio enemy of silicosis.

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Features

So you want my arts job: Tamsin Cull, Head of Public Engagement

As Head of Public Engagement, Tamsin Cull is the force behind QAGOMAs Children's Art Centre. She talks about her arts…

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7 strategies to cope with grant rejection (at any stage of your career)

Grant rejection is a reality for artists at every stage of their career, but with the right mindset, support and…

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International arts conferences and talks September-December 2025

Discover arts conferences and creatives talks, from the industry-specific topics of the day to zeitgeist topics shaping now.

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Career Advice

Side hustle or main gig: strategic career planning for portfolio creatives

With income uncertainty and precarious employment, many creatives are juggling multiple jobs. Here’s how to balance, build and plan for…

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Features

10 expert tips on how to be a ghostwriter

Ghostwriting isn’t just writing for someone else. It’s shaping their story, capturing their voice and helping them say the things…

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Career Advice

5 reasons artists struggle with burnout – and what to do about it

Understanding creative exhaustion – and how to recover from it. Here are five ways you can identify and combat burnout.

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Opinions & Analysis

A public or private sector career in the visual arts – which is the right one for you?

Moving from the public to the private sector in the visual arts is usually a one-way street, so make sure…

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Career Advice

12 unusual book dedications to inspire your own

Finally finished your manuscript and want to write a memorable dedication that's not simply to mum, dad and Fluffy? Here's…

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