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trouble was grass roots arts publishing at its best, made by artists for artists, and was dedicated to reflecting the best of the contemporary Australian art scene and the creatives who make it.
Sex Machine
December 2, 2013 | troublemag
by David Thrussell
The tubercular hiss of the aircraft filled my ears. In every direction my gaze bounced off textured moulded plastic, aluminium and sad beige carpet. The plane was full, its departure delayed by a handful of … Read More
A Toast to Exiled Kings
December 2, 2013 | troublemag
by Inga Walton
A fascinating and unusual exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria (International) serves to highlight the extraordinary depth of their magnificent collection of English glass. Curated by Dr. Matthew Martin, NGV Assistant Curator of Decorative … Read More
Social Work : Roger Ballen
December 2, 2013 | troublemag
The Asylum of the Birds
Working with black and white film, Roger Ballen is what you might call ‘a wound opener, shedding light on the darker side of the human self – a place that most of us … Read More
55th Venice Biennale – Top 10
December 2, 2013 | troublemag
by Tiziana Borghese
Direct from Venice: On the 24th November the two principal venues which are the heart of the Venice Biennale closed, marking the end of one of the world’s major global art events. Over 300,000 visitors … Read More
Blood Sport with Tarryn Gill
December 2, 2013 | troublemag
by Naima Morelli
It is a matter of fact that sport in Australia is something serious. It’s so serious that the Stadium of Queensland decided to screen Tarryn Gill and Pilar Mata Dupont’s awarded video Gymnasium – featuring … Read More
Dear Dreamboat
December 2, 2013 | troublemag
by Dmetri Kakmi
Dear Dreamboat
I was heavily pregnant in hospital. A male friend was there, wearing the green hospital clothes, like doctors wear. Though I acknowledged him as my friend, he was my doctor. It felt as … Read More
The Madness of Art Season 1: The New Assistant
December 1, 2013 | troublemagEpisode 8 – The New Assistant
Jim discovers some holes in the new assistant’s resume.
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The Madness of Art Season 1: 94.5º ARC x 14
December 1, 2013 | troublemagEpisode 7 – 94.5º ARC x 14
While wandering Chelsea, Jim comes across Bernar Venet’s studio. As luck would have it Jim and Dru have been looking for a sculpture for the sculpture garden.
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The Madness of Art Season 1: Post Modern
December 1, 2013 | troublemagEpisode 6 – Post Modern
The thirteen year old son of a potential client challenges Jim to explain the meaning and importance of Post-Modern art and learns a lesson about the value of art instead.
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The Madness of Art Season 1: Yoko (Oh No)
December 1, 2013 | troublemagEpisode 5 – Yoko (Oh No)
In Webisode five, Jim seeks out advice from nemesis Glenn Dranoff about Art Miami? “Art Miami? No one’s making any money this year in Miami!” according to Glenn, who is quietly packing his bags. … Read More
ACTease April 2014
April 2, 2014 | troublemag
by Courtney Symes
What is your favourite children’s book? No matter how hard I try, I can’t choose one. Now that my eldest daughter is nearly two, I have to confess that I’m enjoying rediscovering my old favourite … Read More
ACTease March 2014
March 3, 2014 | troublemag
by Courtney Symes
The things that inspire artists constantly amaze and excite me. It could be a word, a feeling, their home or local environment and surroundings that trigger the greatest creative sparks. The beauty of these humble … Read More
ADEloud February 2014
February 8, 2014 | troublemag
by Cassandra Scalzi
Well, Santa may have come and gone and I didn’t get what I wanted, but the silly season is still rife in Adelaide, with a giant cockroach recently being erected in Rundle Mall. Must the … Read More
ACTease February 2014
February 4, 2014 | troublemag
by Courtney Symes
“I ain’t no saint, but I’ve tried never to do anything that would hurt my family or offend God … I figure all any kid needs is hope and the feeling he or she belongs. … Read More
Conversations with the Black Square
December 16, 2013 | troublemag
Revisiting the art and theory of Kazimir Malevich through the sculpture of Gill Gatfield
by Jennifer Choat
“I HAVE fished myself out of the rubbishy slough of academic art,” Kazimir Malevich announced in 1915. The Russian artist … Read More
AdeLOUD Dec2013 / Jan2014
December 15, 2013 | troublemag
by Cassandra Scalzi
Do you still believe in Santa? I used to. In fact, I used to visit the big man with the long, white beard every year since I turned 21, inform him of my good behaviour … Read More
ACTease December 2013 / January 2014
December 2, 2013 | troublemag
by Courtney Symes
What are the best art exhibitions and shows you’ve seen this year? The last year has been a very special one for Canberra, with 2013 marking the centenary of this extraordinary city. Whilst I’ve enjoyed … Read More
ACTease November 2013
November 1, 2013 | troublemag
Courtney Symes
One of my favourite excursions on a sunny weekend in Canberra is a stroll around Lake Burley Griffin, followed by a wander through the NGA and National Portrait Gallery (and a sneaky coffee stop at one … Read More
ACTease October 2013
October 2, 2013 | troublemag
by Courtney Symes
I’m not a camper, So I can empathise with the shock that Belconnen artists Carolyn Fitzpatrick and Carole Osmotherly would have experienced as they reluctantly left the comfort of their Canberra homes to venture on … Read More
ACTease September 2013
September 3, 2013 | troublemag
by Courtney Symes
September is one of my favourite months in Canberra. The show-stopper event of the month is Floriade (think one million flowers in Canberra’s Commonwealth Park attracting more than 400,000 visitors), which starts on 14 September, then … Read More
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Dressing the Movies Part One by Inga Walton
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