Linda Morris
Linda Morris is an arts writer at The Sydney Morning Herald
A rainbow, Uncle Pete and Australia’s new cardinal: Entries land for art show that ‘stops a nation’
More than 50 artworks were received in the first hour after the dock of the Art Gallery of NSW opened to entries for the Archibald, Sulman and Wynne prizes.
- Linda Morris
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Festival responds as sponsors and supporters targeted over opening night DJ controversy
The DJ’s alleged comments prompted widespread condemnation and a police inquiry – now the nation’s largest festival has moved to repair the damage.
- Linda Morris
He is known as Japan’s version of Andy Warhol, and he’s coming to Sydney
Sydney’s summer art blockbusters include the master of a smiling flower, and a celebrated French “exhibition producer” who once floated gold helium balloons in the Guggenheim.
- Linda Morris
Australia’s biggest arts festival reported to police as supporter withdraws
Just days after its opening, the Biennale of Sydney has been rocked by the loss of a major supporter, while NSW Police have been called on to investigate alleged hate speech.
- Linda Morris
Dancing drones and a ball of fire: Here’s what to expect from Sydney’s Vivid Light Festival
The 16th annual festival will feature its tallest ever installation, resembling a flaming meteorite.
- Linda Morris
Sydney Writers’ Festival promises ‘brave conversations’ in wake of Gaza controversy
The festival is staring down a letter-writing campaign targeting its sponsors as it announces a program of intellectual heft and big literary names.
- Linda Morris
A clapped out car and giant baobab tree: Biennale of Sydney lifts curtain, but misses one thing
Artistic director Hoor Al Qasimi missed an important preview of Australia’s biggest arts festival ahead of its opening on Saturday.
- Linda Morris
Bollywood comes to Blacktown? Western Sydney in the mix for Sydney’s new film studio
Three parcels of land near Blacktown have been nominated for investors to consider as the site of Sydney’s new “world-class studio” complex.
- Linda Morris
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Why these tiny vampires deserve our respect
A coming show at the Australian Museum gets up close to bloodsuckers – and it’s not for the squeamish.
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Rinehart portrait saga ends with painting returned to billionaire
The flattering portrait of Gina Rinehart has been returned to its donor after a five-year stand-off over the terms of its display.
- Linda Morris