Namila Benson

Artist Celeste Mountjoy, aka Filthyratbag, processes her break-up through the power of art on the premiere episode of ABC TV’s new arts show, The Art Of…

Young Blak artist’s queer, provocative work included in NGV Australia’s new dedicated First Nations gallery space, Wurrdha Marra.

Khadim Ali began his art career painting propaganda murals in Iran before training in Persian miniatures and eventually finding his way to Australia. Now the acclaimed Hazara artist is launching his largest solo show at the Institute of Modern Art. Using apparently innocent phrases and bright enamel paint, Jon Campbell’s joyful paintings unpack the pathos and humour of Australian vernacular and suburban life. Plus, why did the Australia Council commission a report on Graphic storytelling? Co-author Pat Grant joins acclaimed Montreal-based cartoonist Lee Lei.

When kids are exposed to broader stories and narratives through books the effect is profound, writes RN’s Namila Benson.