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Opening of the McClelland Gallery Centre 5 Exhibition
From a cultural development perspective, the history and current role of Mclelland itself is instructive. McClelland was the legacy of a local family through their last remaining descendant, Annie MayRead More
Creative skills in times of crisis: how the arts can help
As we grapple with labour shortages, economic challenges, and the immense strain on workers and sectors affected by the pandemic – I have a message of hope: our arts and culture can help.Read More
Creative artistic expression is here to stay
Anyone who works in the arts is well accustomed to criticism. It comes with the territory. Indeed, a well-constructed critique can be just as illuminating and thought provoking as the work which is thRead More
Climate Crisis and the Arts: Opening Address – Adrian Collette AM
Climate Crisis and the Arts: Opening Address Fri 11 Mar | West Stage, Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden Adelaide Festival 2022Read More
Harness creativity to build a better future
I’ve spent almost all my working life in a creative industry surrounded by some of the most extraordinary creative minds. Our whole raison d’être in advertising is creativity – commercial creativity.Read More
Together apart — how creativity connected Australians in 2020 by Adrian Collette
We are currently facing an historic opportunity. As 2020 comes to a close, we can rethink, reset and reimagine as we rebuild. We can draw on what we have learnt from 2020’s global disruptions, persoRead More
Darwin Arts Sector Conference – Adrian Collette AM
The Larrakia lands of Greater Darwin host a dynamic, creative city – home to many talented artists, passionate audiences and a rich cultural life. I’m sorry I can’t be with you all in person, thRead More
Know My Name Speech – Dr Wendy Were
Foregrounding First Nations perspectives and diverse voices, the event brought together leading and emerging Australian and international voices from arts and academia to share ideas, insights and creRead More
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Opening of the McClelland Gallery Centre 5 Exhibition
From a cultural development perspective, the history and current role of Mclelland itself is instructive. McClelland was the legacy of a local family through their last remaining descendant, Annie May
Creative skills in times of crisis: how the arts can help
As we grapple with labour shortages, economic challenges, and the immense strain on workers and sectors affected by the pandemic – I have a message of hope: our arts and culture can help.
Creative artistic expression is here to stay
Anyone who works in the arts is well accustomed to criticism. It comes with the territory. Indeed, a well-constructed critique can be just as illuminating and thought provoking as the work which is th
Climate Crisis and the Arts: Opening Address – Adrian Collette AM
Climate Crisis and the Arts: Opening Address Fri 11 Mar | West Stage, Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden Adelaide Festival 2022
Harness creativity to build a better future
I’ve spent almost all my working life in a creative industry surrounded by some of the most extraordinary creative minds. Our whole raison d’être in advertising is creativity – commercial creativity.
Together apart — how creativity connected Australians in 2020 by Adrian Collette
We are currently facing an historic opportunity. As 2020 comes to a close, we can rethink, reset and reimagine as we rebuild. We can draw on what we have learnt from 2020’s global disruptions, perso
Darwin Arts Sector Conference – Adrian Collette AM
The Larrakia lands of Greater Darwin host a dynamic, creative city – home to many talented artists, passionate audiences and a rich cultural life. I’m sorry I can’t be with you all in person, th
