This comprehensive anthology brings together leading scholars and practitioners to provide a detailed analysis of the current state of the Australian art field, including national and international art markets, art practices in their broader social and political contexts, social relations and institutions, policy regimes and funding programs of Australian governments, and the field of indigenous art.

With a focus on the work of Indigenous artists, this book provides valuable insights into the future of the arts in Australia.

Written by renowned experts in the field, including Tony Bennett, Deborah Stevenson, Fred Myers, and Tamara Winikoff OAM, this anthology is a must-read for scholars in contemporary art, art history, cultural studies, and Indigenous peoples.