Jessica Ainsworth's new exhibition, ALLITERATION (a series of words beginning with the same letter or sound), takes you on a journey of self exploration and light-hearted mischief. Jessica (pictured) uses acrylics, charcoal, texture, bold colours and evocative forms in a playful collection of paintings to delight and deliver a dynamic dialogue between artist and viewer. Alliterative titles create a sense of joy and pure play, with in some cases layered meanings of vulnerability, healing and...

ACMA welcomes acclaimed country artist Matilda Malone (pictured) to the stage as special guest artist at our concert on Sunday October 18. Matilda is an emerging folk artist that brings together profound storytelling, timeless nature, and a quietly captivating sound. Inspired by the poetic lyricism of Joni Mitchell, Matilda’s music has in the past been compared to the softness of Phoebe Bridgers, with subtle nods to the warmth of Eva Cassidy and soulful simplicity of Norah Jones. With a sound...

By Damien McGuin A good song creates a doorway or a window through which I can walk or peer. The best ones do it in the first few bars, musically, or lyrically, or both. They pique your interest early. Make you want to get on the bus. I only had a few days to get to know Love Songs, the new album from one of songwriting’s true greats, Don Walker, before we spoke - but the sheer quality and craftsmanship of these tales of love, regret and gentle acceptance, made it an easy task. I had ummed...