What does the Australian census tell us about how artists earn their living?

The visual arts, craft and design sector makes an important contribution to Australian society and its economy. A 2000 Australia Council research study, Arts Economy 1968-1998: Three Decades of Growth in Australia, revealed that although the Australian arts economy had blossomed and consolidated during this time, visual arts and craft workers had the largest decrease...

Each year hundreds of Australian and New Zealand artists perform overseas. This guide helps navigate the sometimes complex processes surrounding visas, work permits and taxes when preparing to tour internationally. This guide, published jointy by the Australia Council for the Arts and Creative New Zealand Toi Aotearoa, focuses on the regions identified by Australian and...

This guide will help not-for-profit cultural organisations and individual artists understand the formalities associated with receiving philanthropic gifts. Compiled by Louise Wlash of the Australia Council's Artsupport program, this is your one-stop-shop for tax and legal information about philanthropic fundraising. The guide includes: Key terms and requirements explained in simple language How-to advice, examples and...

This research identifies the key factors which will impact Australians’ future participation in the arts. It also identifies barriers and incentives which impact our participation. Summary of results - download summary PDF (5) We found levels of engagement with the arts were high. In the year leading up to the research nine in ten Australians...