Dr. Ashley Crawford

Obituary

Australian editor, publisher, writer and occasional curator Dr. Ashley Crawford was deeply respected internationally for his contributions to the arts sector and publishing community.

Ashley was a comrade and mentor to many, particularly as an international arts editor and publisher of The Virgin Press, Tension, World Art, 21•C, Artbyte and Photofile magazines; author of numerous books and monographs on contemporary art and culture; regular contributor to The Age, The Australian, The Guardian, The Financial Review, The Sydney Morning Herald and numerous other publications; and cofounder of NotFair Art Foundation.

Ashley had a voracious lust for life, art and ideas. His passing is a great loss to the arts community and is felt deeply by those who knew and loved him. His is survived by a sister, daughter and granddaughter.

Gallery

Memory wall

January 28, 2026

Thank you for your friendship and for connecting me over the years to so many wonderful people in the art world.
Your mark will be locked into the arts of Melbourne forever.
Sonia

Sonia Payes

January 25, 2026

JG Ballard

kate shaw