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Supporting the next generation of Artists, Designers, Curators and Writers.

Arc Creative is a student organisation dedicated to providing professional development opportunities and social activities to UNSW Art & Design students to make the Arts more accessible. 

At Arc Creative we encourage you to experiment, engage and enjoy. Whether you're into art, design, curation, writing, editing, podcasting, filming or social media, Arc will help you develop your skills and find like-minded students to collaborate with, equipment, and spaces to get your work out there. We’ve got exhibition spaces to show your work, student-run media to publish your writing and podcasts, and industry-experienced Arc staff to mentor your creative journey and teach you those things you don't learn in the classroom.

Whatever you’re interested in trying, whatever you’d like to learn, start your journey here.

T1 PARTY | 18+

Thu 20 Feb

​Clear your calendars, because Roundhouse is about to bring the party to life with Electric Bloom, a wild fusion of...

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Open Mic | T1

WK4Tue 04 Mar

Are you ready to show UNSW what musical skills you’ve got? Whether it's singing, playing an instrument, or something...

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Groove Armada | 18+

Sat 08 Mar

Over two decades of prolific productions and tireless touring they’ve proved that it’s possible to daringly explore a...

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Kneecap | 18+

Sat 15 Mar

A band who refuses to shy away, don’t miss riotous rap trio Kneecap as they make their game-changing Australian debut...

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HONNE | 18+

Wed 19 Mar

HONNE, aka Andy Clutterbuck and James Hatcher, will head down under with a fresh set of tracks from their...

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KNOCK2 | 18+

Fri 04 Apr

Visionary electronic artist Knock2 brings his global ‘nolimit TOUR’ to Australia in APRIL 2025 in celebration of his...

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Sam Barber | 18+

Tue 29 Apr

Rising country star Sam Barber is returning to Australia as he brings the Restless Mind Tour to stages across the...

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Alessia Cara | All Ages

Wed 07 May

Grammy-award winning artist Alessia Cara is heading to Australia on her Love & Hyperbole Tour this May. Celebrating...

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DAN McCABE | 18+

Sat 10 May

Singer-songwriter Dan McCabe (Kildare, Ireland) has captivated audiences worldwide with his soulful music.

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Max McNown |18+

Sun 11 May

Rising country music star, Max McNown, will make his way to Australia and New Zealand for his highly anticipated...

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Old Mervs | All Ages

Sat 24 May

Australia’s fastest rising indie-rock outfit and loveable larrikins Old Mervs are heading on an absolutely mammoth...

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Short Stack | 18+

Sat 07 Jun

Come and join SHORT STACK in 2025 taking things back to where it all began, celebrating the 15th anniversary of Stack...

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Since 1998, Kudos has provided a platform for the next generation of artists, designers, and curators to execute experimental project ideas through exhibitions, public programs and our digital space.

Kudos is dedicated to fostering the professional practices of UNSW ADA students and early-career creatives through a variety of volunteering and exhibition programs. At the core of our programming is a commitment to equipping students with the skills they need to navigate and achieve success in the world outside of art school. 

We hold with pride that our platform has been a steppingstone for some of Australia’s most established artists, designers, and curators including 2013 Archibald Prize winner Del Kathryn Barton (Unreflective Immersions, 1998), 2015 AGNSW Sulman Prize winner Jason Phu (Golden Century, 2008), and 2020 NSW Visual Arts Emerging Fellow Dennis Golding (Kudos Emerging Awards, 2018). 

Follow us at @kudos_arc on Instagram to keep up to date with our exhibitions, programming, volunteering and performance opportunities available to students and recent graduates.

Kudos

Kudos Offsite

Curated exhibitions and public programs in unique spaces in Sydney.

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Kudos Committee

Our student-led committee dedicated to driving Kudos' programming each year.

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Kudos Emerging Awards

Our annual award show recognising the excellence of our creative community in art, design, curating and writing.

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Kudos Live

Our annual performance art showcase

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Kudos Digital

Kudos' online platform showcasing digital art, exhibitions and other resources.

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Art Start Volunteering

Our volunteering program designed for students who are looking for an introduction to art world.

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Three Foot Square

UNSW Paddington's most intimate and accessible exhibition space, open to the public 24/7.

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AD Space is an on-campus gallery space led by early career artists 

Since 2017, AD Space has supported artists, designers, curators and writers at UNSW Art & Design during a crucial stage in their career. 

We work with them to deliver a student-led program of exhibitions, workshops and professional development opportunities. Yearly highlights include the Tim Olsen Drawing Prize, Jenny Birt Award and ANNUAL graduate exhibition.

We are a student-run exhibition space which empowers students to develop their practice, take risks and connect with audiences. 

* AD Space is funded and managed by Arc @ UNSW Ltd in partnership with UNSW Art & Design

AD Space

About AD Space

Learn about AD Space and it's history.

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How to apply for an exhibition

Find out how you can exhibit with AD Space and prepare your application

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Workshops and Public Programs

Art Start Volunteering

Dip your toes in to the creative industry with Art Start Volunteering.

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Media and Writing

Framework

Arc Creative's Critical and Experimental Arts Journal

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Art Schooled: A Guide to Writing for the Arts

Volunteering

Kudos Committee

Our student led committee responsible for all Kudos and AD Space Creative programming

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Art Start Volunteering

Dip your toes in to the creative industry with Art Start Volunteering.

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More Volunteering

Resources

Creative Directory

A directory of Sydneys art & design festivals, galleries, institutions, parties to studios, workshops, and publications for aspiring artists, curators, designers and writers.

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Opportunities in your community

Opportunities in the wider art and design community. From Grants and prizes, to residencies and employment we've got you covered ;)

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Arc Creative

P:(02) 9065 0981

E:creative@arc.unsw.edu.au

H:10am to 5pm

A:Ground Floor D Block, Greens Rd, Paddington

Art & Design Manager

Carmen Schieb

P:(02) 9065 0981

E:c.schieb@arc.unsw.edu.au

H:Mon - Fri

A:Arc Office, Ground Floor D-Block, UNSW Art & Design, Gate 2 Greens Rd.

Kudos Coordinator

Abigail Montgomery

P:(02) 9065 0981

E:kudos@arc.unsw.edu.au

A:Ground Floor D Block, Greens Rd, Paddington

Kudos Coordinator

Levent Can Kaya

P:(02) 9065 0981

E:kudos.digital@arc.unsw.edu.au

A:Ground Floor D Block, Greens Rd, Paddington

Framework Coordinator

Yaz Meedin

P:9065 0920

E:framework@arc.unsw.edu.au

H:Mon - Thurs

Social Activities Officer

Sarah Elwaad

AD Space

Rory Moy

P:(02) 9065 0981

E:r.moy@arc.unsw.edu.au

H:Gallery Hours: Mon - Fri 11am - 5pm.

A:EG01, Ground Floor E Block, Greens Rd, Paddington NSW 2021, UNSW Art & Design.