2012 Natural History Illustration prize announced
NewsThe 2012 Australian Geographic Natural History Illustration prize has been awarded.
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John Lewin: Australia’s first professional artist
History & CultureAfter two centuries, the first artist to call Australia’s frontier settlements home is recognised for his flair and contribution.
Australian colonial art uncovered in Canada
NewsOriginal artworks depicting 19th century colonial Australia have been found in a cupboard in Canada.
X-ray gun reveals Aboriginal rock art
Science & EnvironmentA project, supported by the Australian Geographic Society, is using X-rays to uncover hidden Aboriginal rock art.
The amazing disappearing lake
DestinationsJust 40km north of Canberra, Lake George is an ephemeral water body that inspires artists, birdwatchers and historians.
96-year-old wins top indigenous art award
NewsDickie Minyintiri, who only began painting five years ago, has taken out Australia’s premier indigenous art award.
Celebrating female photographers
History & CultureNumbers of female photographers are growing, and their unique perspectives are adding much to the field.
A dance for the winds
History & CultureTorres Strait Islander culture is the inspiration for a new dance performance which is touring nationally.
Historical treasures escape worst of Qld flood
NewsGood disaster plans have averted the destruction of almost all important historic artefacts in Queensland.
Antarctic artwork seen from space
NewsAn Australian artist has braved the extremes of Antarctica to set up an artwork on a glacier.