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2021

Interview with Claudia Roosen

Elaine Kim, a current Masters of Curating and Cultural Leadership student, interviews Claudia Roosen, a curator and producer, about Roosen’s experience working as the Kudos Intern in 2015.

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Interview with Nick Vickers

Elaine Kim speaks with one of the founders of Kudos, Nick Vickers, about the origins of the gallery and his initial vision.

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Arc Staff Spotlight

Interview with Emily Hipsley-Davidson by Aria-Joshes Waterford

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2019 - 2020

Superorganism | Interview

Cynthia and Chloe joined Kath Fries and Barbara Doran in a collaborative drawing session and discussed their upcoming exhibition

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A Look Inside Tyrone Layne's Sydney Studio

Artists and Galleries | Anna May Kirk

Sarah Josie interviews Anna May Kirk, Coordinator of AD Space, about her role and experiences at the gallery

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Artists and Galleries | Audrey Pfister

Sarah talks to the Coordinator of Kudos Gallery - Audrey Pfister - about her past curating experiences and advice

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Artists and Galleries | Dr Oliver Watt

Dr Oliver Watt talks about his experiences as head curator of Artbanks and his zeal for Harry Potter

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Artists and Galleries | Libby Hyett

Sarah spoke to Libby Hyett about her Studio Gallery in Windsor, her influences and growth as an artist

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Local Artists You Should Be Following | Part 1

We introduce 4 local creatives you should know about and definitely get behind

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Local Artists You Should Be Following | Part 2

We introduce 4 local creatives you should know about and definitely get behind

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Grace Chen | In Conversation

Daniel interviews Grace Chen about her animation practice, honours work and advice she has for graduates

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Collectors Paradise | Review

A continuation of Joan Ross’ critique of Australia’s colonial legacy, using archival intervention to disrupt methodical nationalisms

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Robbie Karmel | In Conversation

Elizabeth and Isabella spoke to Robbie Karmel, winner of the Tim Olsen Drawing Prize 2019.

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Pacific Undertow | Review

Shaun Gladwell's latest exhibition slows down life’s hidden beauty within movement, celebrating the moments we miss.

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Emily Galicek | In Conversation

Gemma Anderson chatted with Emily Galicek about her upcoming exhibition, Gilding The Lily.

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Explainer: Contemporary Art

Lauren Carroll Harris talks to us about contemporary art, using videos as a medium and her initiative - Prototype.

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The Essential Duchamp | Review

Aptly named The Essential Duchamp, the exhibition is a thorough exploration of Duchamp and his evolving art.

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Kuala Lumpur | Photo Diaries

Amongst all the activities in Kuala Lumpur, the Thaipusam festival has been the most memorable one.

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UNSW Fashionistas | Red

New York & LA | Photo Diaries

This is the land of dreams, the forefront of culture, the self-proclaim best country in the world. Welcome to America.

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Hakuba & Tokyo | Photo Diaries

Japan during the day and Japan at night are two different worlds, especially with the stillness of the snowy areas.

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Trends to Expect This Winter | Style

Winters is upon us and it's all about texture! We're all about looking chic and staying cozy this season.

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Brooke Leigh | Interview

As part of White Cube, Sabrina interviewed Brooke about her curation of States & Senses

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Singapore | Photo Diaries

Half-way across the world, there’s a country filled with vibrant culture and a ridiculous amount of cheap food.

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Jackie De Lacy | Interview

Sarah interviews Jackie De Lacy about his SUPERVIS at Kudos Gallery

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Style & Substance | T2 2019

Self Care with Anakha!

Usually self-care is about indulgence, but Anakha is bringing us tips on how to make it into a daily ritual.

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Waterlog | Photo Diaries

Coogee Beach is the perfect place: it's nearby, and the crashing waves are always relaxing to watch.

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How to Take Your Summer Wardrobe to Autumn | Style

When the weather can’t make up its mind, it’s a good thing you can!

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Billy Bain | Interview

A highly talented contemporary artist into funny and political art, Billy Bain is quickly becoming one to watch.

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d.i.why? | Review

Heavily bound in materiality, the works ignite a politized ecology, referencing established DIY modalities.

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Taipei Biennale | Review

Cut to - a noisy room, but in the best way possible, full of passionate, knowledgeable, and urgent voices

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Uncanny Valley Girl | Review

It’s part dance and part threat as she weaponises but also performs an eroticised cowgirl fantasy.

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Style & Substance | S2 2018

Kudos Live 4 | Review

Performance-based works that materialise rituals and mythologies through the body.

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Spotlight On | UNSW Make Club

Get to know the movers, shakers and maker behind UNSW's Make Club

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Like Child's Play | Review

Like Child’s Play was an exceptional fusion of childlike wonder and stark adulthood.

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micro MACRO | Review

Flashes of white illuminate the room, momentarily jolting us back to reality.

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Alifa Bandali & Sarinah Masukor | In Conversation

A conversation with the editors of Runway Issue #37 [Cinema]

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The Sharing Map Zines

Penelope Cain | In Conversation

A conversation with the interdisciplinary artist, on their exhibition 'Dump' at Kudos Gallery

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The Library

I am sitting in the UNSW main campus library, on the eighth floor and somehow, the dense text...

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Translating Cultures

Chats about experiences surrounding the intersections of language, culture, art and identity.

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Style & Substance | S1 2018

Art Schooled

Writing well in the arts is key in setting you and your practice ahead. Here's your Guide to Arts Writing.

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Latest | Art for the Artless

Can’t tell the difference between a Manet and a Monet? Don't let that stop you from getting creative!

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Latest | Creativity is Not Just For the Arts

It’s essential to everyone, in all industries.

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Home Grown Talent

A short list of some of UNSW’s home grown emerging artists.

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Meet: The Ad Student Council

Write Right

How to: Artist Statements

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