Australian Artists Unite: Outrage Over Sacking of Khaled Sabsabi at Venice Biennale
2025-02-22
WAtoday
In a show of solidarity, prominent Australian contemporary artists have publicly backed Khaled Sabsabi, a Lebanese-born artist, after his controversial sacking from the Venice Biennale. This unprecedented move highlights the Australian art community's commitment to fairness and creative freedom. With many notable artists speaking out, the incident has sparked a wider debate about artistic censorship and the importance of diversity in the art world, including contemporary art and cultural events like the Venice Biennale.