KEY DATES
Applications open: THU 05 MAR 04:00PM
Information session: FRI 13 MAR 2:00PM
Applications close: MON 06 APR 11:59PM (AEST)
Announcements: THU 30 APR
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LAB provides artists with time, money, space, group intensives, and presentation opportunities, as well as in-house technical, curatorial, producing, and marketing support.
Platform Arts recognises the need for regional contemporary arts development opportunities, and we welcome applications from artists of all ages and stages of practice in contemporary disciplines.
Before you apply, please download the Application Guidelines for the full list of criteria and eligibility. Applications will be assessed and shortlisted by external peer assessors.
For questions and enquiries, please contact us at hello@platformarts.org.au or (03) 5224 2815
We are available to answer any questions by phone or email up until 4.00pm, Thursday April 2nd.
For full details and FAQ, read the guidelines below before applying.
(Studio)LAB provides a flexible and responsive development framework for G21 regional artists to experiment, test, and expand their practice in a dedicated studio environment. Participants have access to a shared on-site studio across the six-month residency, taking part in monthly sessions led by artists, creative practitioners, and sector leaders.
Each participating artist or collective will be supported with:
6-month supported residency (04 MAY—30 OCT)
$2,000 artist stipend
In-kind studio space with access til Dec 18
First Nations led cultural education sessions
6 facilitated artist development sessions
Fortnightly studio crits/artist lunches
A mid-residency intensive
In-house technical, producing, and marketing support
(Studio)LAB will combine technical and professional development sessions that are balanced between material practice and career progression. Supporting artists across all stages and disciplines, the residency prioritises experimentation, research, and open dialogue. By working collaboratively within the resident cohort and engaging with visiting practitioners, participants are encouraged to push their practice, explore new methodologies, and contribute to a broader conversation within the regional and contemporary arts community.
For full details and FAQ, read the guidelines below before applying.
For questions and enquiries, please contact us at hello@platformarts.org.au or (03) 5224 2815
We are available to answer any questions by phone or email up until 4.00pm, Thursday April 2nd.
(Studio)LAB is made possible with the support of the City of Greater Geelong, Creative Australia, Creative Victoria, and the Anthony Costa Foundation.
