Firstdraft supports and platforms early-career, risk-taking and experimental art practices through a diverse program of solo and group exhibitions.
Successful applicants receive:
$1,500 artist fee for solo projects
$950 artist fee (each) for exhibitions
of up to 2 artists
$600 artist fee (each) for exhibitions of more than 2 artists, capped at $3,000
all of the above fees will have an addition of 12% Superannuation to your super account
Access to Travel Fund up to $1,000 if regional or interstate based;
A fully subsidised six-week exhibition across one gallery space;
Access to Firstdraft’s equipment and resources;
Marketing and communications support, including professional documentation;
An opening night event and an artist/s talk;
Professional exhibition invigilation.
$1,500 artist fee for solo projects
$950 artist fee (each) for exhibitions
of up to 2 artists
$600 artist fee (each) for exhibitions of more than 2 artists, capped at $3,000
all of the above fees will have an addition of 12% Superannuation to your super account
Access to Travel Fund up to $1,000 if regional or interstate based;
A fully subsidised six-week exhibition across one gallery space;
Access to Firstdraft’s equipment and resources;
Marketing and communications support, including professional documentation;
An opening night event and an artist/s talk;
Professional exhibition invigilation.
How to apply?
- Prepare all the information prior to commencing the application form
- The application form supports file uploads up to 10MB
- Complete the application form and enter any information or details requested about you or any collaborators/participants included in your proposal.
Image: Sometimes when I feel empty, I eat a second breakfast, by Laetitia Olivier-Gargano, 2021. Photo: Zan Wimberley.
