Artist

November 19, 2023, 6:57 am

“There’s a lot of variety in the book in terms of the art that’s been created, and the perspectives of these women and why they’ve created what they’ve created,”

By Jessica Abelsohn

Paul McCartney and Jane Asher, Miles Davis in the background

October 25, 2023, 7:00 am

Photographing the big stars

David Wallace spent many years photographing some of the biggest names in rock 'n' roll, from The Beatles through to Diana Ross, with a story to share for each musician. He spoke to Jessica Abelsohn about his photography and his experience with the 2019/2020 bushfire season.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Year 12 student Rosie with her Jellyfish artwork.

October 12, 2023, 12:35 pm

Artist Anna Blatman opens 2023 Art Exhibition

The exhibition showcased the creative skills and thought processes of students from prep to year 12, highlighting their talent across different areas of visual arts, design, visual communication and media.

By Carol Saffer

September 18, 2023, 11:40 am

Honouring nature and beauty

"When I can create an artwork which brings some joy to others, that sparks my joy too."

By AJN STAFF

August 27, 2023, 7:16 am

Songwriting as a way to process life

Sara Hecht has always been drawn to music, saying writing and singing gives voice to the body and the soul. She spoke to Jessica Abelsohn about her journey through music, what she thinks about the music industry and her most recent song release, Is This Faith.

By Jessica Abelsohn

The Google Doodle for August 4.
Photo: Google, Wikimedia Commons. Design by Mollie Suss

August 14, 2023, 7:11 am

Google Doodle celebrates Altina Schinasi

A trained sculptor, Schinasi designed the glasses in the late 1930s while working as a window display designer.

August 13, 2023, 1:27 pm

How The Joint found Marc Chagall in its archives

When photo and film archivist Minda Novek spotted children waving American and Portuguese flags on the decks of the Mouzinho in 1940s footage, it led her to the discovery of the repatriation of Russian–French artist Marc Chagall to the USA.

By Carol Saffer

July 10, 2023, 7:22 am

A tribute to mum

For Indie folk artist Shelley Segal, it was always music. And recently, she used her music to pay tribute to her mum, just in time for Mother's Day this year. The musician spoke to Jessica Abelsohn about writing music for herself and for others, and why her mum is so important to her.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Andrew Steiner celebrates his 90th birthday.

June 29, 2023, 11:24 am

Community celebrates Steiner’s 90th birthday

A distinguished artist, specialising in stained glass and wood carvings, Steiner was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2017 for his service to art and community history.

By Shane Desiatnik

Erosion by Jesse Onas. Winner of the Morrie Gold Memorial Prize as the overall winner. Photo: Supplied.

June 29, 2023, 11:13 am

B’nai B’rith Jewish Youth Art Competition winners

A crowd of 213 visitors packed into the Glen Eira Town Hall Gallery. Other dignitaries who participated in the prize-giving ceremony included Liberal Member for Caulfield David Southwick and Dr Benny Monheit, president of B'nai B'rith Australia and New Zealand

By Mia Gardiner

June 14, 2023, 6:57 am

Positive influence through adversity

“My book draws inspiration from my love for Torah learning, Jewish philosophy and my journey towards becoming a better person,” Dryzun reflected.

By Hannah Schauder

Harry Aizenberg at the exhibition launch, next to his painting 1939.

June 8, 2023, 12:51 pm

Growing exhibition showcases Jewish artists

“The exhibition remains community based, as a space where Jewish artists are encouraged to come together and exhibit their work, without judgement or fear.”

By Shane Desiatnik

June 7, 2023, 6:38 am

Wit, humour and a little bit of noir

In his writing, Chester focused on Jewish characters, the Jewish experience and embracing what Judaism means to him. He even takes challah to auditions and rehearsals.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Marc Chagall, Vision de Paris (Image of Paris), 1960, lithography from Lithographes series © Comité Chagall, courtesy Art & Co / Jewish Museum of Australia

June 6, 2023, 6:14 am

Marc Chagall: the international artistic master

Niklai describes the exhibition as a lovely tribute to Chagall, and a nod to the very first large-scale exhibition that was presented at the museum, curated by the late Dr Helen Light, titled Chagall and the Bible.

By Jessica Abelsohn

May 23, 2023, 6:48 am

Delving into Lees and Brodzky

Henry Lew continues to celebrate unrecognised historical figures in his newest release, Australian Genesis and Exodus. He spoke to Hannah Schauder about the research...

By Hannah Schauder