32+ min ago (367+ words) Goolarri Media Enterprises in Broome has received a $30,000 grant from the Australian Government's Regional Arts Fund to produce Because We're Blak, a powerful new play by Nyul Nyul playwright Melody Dia. Set to premiere in May 2026, the production will feature a majority First Nations creative team and will tour Fitzroy Crossing and Derby. This funding is part of a total $88,384 awarded to three Kimberley projects aimed at supporting artistic and cultural development in the area. Goolarri Media, which has long supported Indigenous arts and media, will use the grant to provide new opportunities for local creatives and showcase the diverse voices of First Nations people through Ms Dia's new play. Because We're Blak is set in Broome and is a reworking of a live experience of Ms Dia's, dealing with contemporary issues of racism, prejudicial policing, and generational divide, leavened…...

52+ min ago (447+ words) The three-day festival aimed to create awareness about people with disabilities in the arts sector Performers who took the stage at this year's Unmute ArtsAbility Arts Festival were applauded by audience members waving their hands in the air. The festival is an inclusive arts festival which focuses on creating awareness for people living with disabilities, specifically in the arts sector. This unique three-day festival gave people with and without different disabilities the chance to showcase their talents through song, dance, film and painting. The two-day festival lit up the lawn outside the Glenhof Manor in Newlands, Cape Town, with inspiring performances by singers and dancers. Co-founder and director of the Unmute Dance Company, Nadine McKenzie, said the festival, which started in 2014, aims to create awareness for people living with disabilities, specifically in the arts sector. "It's about putting the work…...

59+ min ago (209+ words) Hosting has evolved into a passion that expresses one's individuality," says Anandita Kothari, Founder, Plate & Peonie, who believes intimate wedding feasts thrive on details like heirloom accents and handcrafted touches. Her view is echoed by Sidhant Lamba, Founder, Strrot, who notes that an intimate dinner should feel like your own love story unfolding right there across the table." Together, their insights reveal a shift towards tables that are meaningful, layered and aesthetically transportive. Lamba imagines a warm, amber-lit scene where candles flicker gently from tall candelabras" and velvet runners feel like a warm hug for the table." His approach frames the dinner as a sensorial experience: shimmering glassware, soft ribbons, natural florals and candlelit sparkle that instantly draws guests in. Kalra brings in a more architectural perspective, suggesting skylights, platforms or surrounding installations such as bar cabinets and live counters…...

1+ hour, 3+ min ago (699+ words) Having a perfect place to read makes every novel better. You'll always know where to escape into your favorite stories, but the space should also align with your green values. Learn how to create a sustainable reading nook, and you'll design an incredible place for those cozy afternoons with the latest publications. Think about where you currently read. Do you retreat to your screened-in porch or curl up in your living room? A nook doesn't have to be in the corner of a room or set off in a window " if you read most often on your couch, you can transform it into your literary getaway. If you don't have a specific spot, think about where you feel most at ease in your home. Do you spend time at your bar counter when you're not busy? Maybe you have a…...

1+ hour, 4+ min ago (95+ words) David Lettier unveiled a new great work. David Lettier unveiled a new great work. Take a look at this fun setup featuring a high-quality 3D model of a coat crafted by Digital Artist and Software Engineer David Lettier. The piece recreates the iconic coat worn by Howl from Studio Ghibli's Howl's Moving Castle, showcasing its distinctive harlequin pattern. The setup was created using Blender. David Lettier crafts breathtaking 3D works in painterly style, such as this take on Hornet from Hollow Knight: Silksong, a magical sphere, a medieval-style lamp, Christmas decorations, and more:...

1+ hour, 14+ min ago (200+ words) The Council on Greenways & Trails is announcing their final call for artists to showcase their art in the Nature Art Showcase, to be Feb. 6 and 7 at the Barrow Civic Theater in Franklin. Spots are filling fast and are limited with a registration deadline of Monday. The annual event explores artist's connections and [] Last call to register for Nature Art Showcase The Council on Greenways & Trails is announcing their final call for artists to showcase their art in the Nature Art Showcase, to be Feb. 6 and 7 at the Barrow Civic Theater in Franklin. Spots are filling fast and are limited with a registration deadline of Monday. The annual event explores artist's connections and perspectives of the outdoors, giving way for an opportunity to express and share the natural beauty with the community. A public choice award will be given and visitors…...

1+ hour, 21+ min ago (1120+ words) With expert hands at the helm, families leave with portraits that pack genuine heart and meaning. The next part details how these moments come alive in the studio. Whether families pick a wrapped session or a full newborn story, the atmosphere is one of warmth and nurturing, so each experience feels safe and unrushed. Walking into the studio, families are greeted by hushed music, muted lighting and a sense that this is their space. Parents are shown to a seat, a cup of tea and given a moment to compose themselves. Prior to the camera coming out, there's a conversation about what's important. Perhaps it's a beloved blanket or the way big brother takes his new sister's hand. These initial discussions do much to establish trust and calm nerves. There's no rush, only a shared goal to honour each family's…...

1+ hour, 53+ min ago (152+ words) Check out the "Use Only ONE Art to Convince People to Follow You" trend, where artists share only one piece to represent their work. Choosing the best artwork from an entire portfolio is never easy, but 3D artists have taken on the challenge in a new social media trend. The creators share a one piece from their work with the caption "Use only ONE art to convince people to follow you" to their works and highlight the style. Take a look at some of the artworks showcased by talented 3D artists: Before, artists and developers shared their works following the Never Stop 3D Modeling, To Get This, I Had to Survive This, How It Started Vs. How It's Going,and This Is My Indie Game Main Menu trends, so if you would like to admire more of the appealing 3D works and creative game…...

1+ hour, 54+ min ago (57+ words) They wear Victorian dresses and make daring moves riding side-saddle. Photographer Constance Jaeggi on how she documented an all-female Mexican tradition Continue reading... Marisol, Melanie, Nathaly and Stacy Brenda, Naiomy and Carolina Emma, Stephanie and Lizeth Xiomy, Camila, Sarah and Emily Emily, Maria Jose and Kimberly Giselle, Paloma and Eileen Jesenia, Amelia, Samantha and Areatana...

2+ hour, 38+ min ago (557+ words) The entryway is softly curved, warm in colour, and welcomes everyone who crosses the threshold. Hidden in plain sight is a puja room, which is fitted with one of the home's many skylights, that pours sunshine over the terracotta-hued RCC walls. Green surrounds the property, and verandahs extend the interiors outwards. The lower level is seemingly unending, with its vast height, and abundance of light. A delicately perched cantilevered staircase joins the second and third floors, whilst creating a visual break to the height. Beside the living area, sits the dining space, surrounded with perfectly positioned windows, and sloping ceilings. Also read: 14 interior designers and architects in Ahmedabad leading the design conversation That narrative unfolds from the very first step inside. The northeast-facing entrance opens into a low-slung foyer, edged by a richly pigmented concrete wall that curves gently to…...