Announcing the M16 Artspace Environmental Artist Residency
We are thrilled to introduce the M16 Environmental Artist in Residence, an initiative supported by the generous sponsorship of Canberra business ConceptSix. This residency offers a unique opportunity for artists to delve into the realms of environmental sustainability through their creative practice.
About the Residency:
The M16 Artspace Environmental Artist Residency is designed to support artists in developing and exhibiting new artworks that delve into the core principles of environmental sustainability. With a $3000 scholarship, the successful applicant will embark on a nine-month residency at M16 Artspace in 2024, culminating in a four-week exhibition in January 2025.
Aims of the Residency:
The M16 Environmental Artist in Residence program supports environmental sustainability, artist development and community engagement. The successful applicant will develop and exhibit new artworks at M16 Artspace that examine and engage with the core tenets of environmental sustainability. The artist will critically examine issues relating to environmental sustainability, raise awareness around these issues and engage the community with relevant ideas or solutions.
We particularly encourage innovative proposals which aim to actively engage the local and/or ACT community in the creation, presentation or discussion of the work created. For example, this might be through socially engaged or participatory practice, and/or through public programs such as artist talks, reading groups, workshops, demonstrations and panel discussions.
Eligibility:
Visual artists and creative practitioners from all backgrounds and career stages are invited to apply. While Australian citizenship is not required, applicants must reside in the ACT or surrounding region throughout the residency. Please note that current M16 Artspace Studio Artists are ineligible for this opportunity.
Inclusions:
Valued at over $5,000 (including monetary and in-kind support), the program will include:
A nine-month studio residency in our East Wing resident's studio, approximately 9 sqm.
A four-week exhibition in either Gallery 2 (29sqm) or Gallery 3 (22m single wall) in January 2025.
A $3,000 scholarship sponsored by ConceptSix
24/7 access to the studio with a key and swipe card, along with access to shared amenities including a kitchen, sinks, common space, and accessible parking.
Marketing and promotional support from M16 Artspace across online, print, and social media platforms.
Connection to the vibrant M16 studio artist community for support and collaboration throughout the residency.
How to apply
To apply, download the information pack, which contains comprehensive details about the residency and application requirements.
Submissions can be made through the online form below.
Deadline for applications: Monday 8 April 2024, 11:59 AEST
We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming our inaugural Environmental Artist in Residence to M16 Artspace.
If the application process is daunting to you or the online application is inaccessible, please contact us to discuss. Applications in flexible formats or languages will be accommodated wherever possible.
Contacts and enquiries
Email: office@m16artspace.com
Phone: 02 6295 9438
In person: M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Crescent, Griffith ACT 2603
Please note: M16 office hours are 12pm–5pm Wednesday to Friday.
