Tasmanian Residency for Independent Practice

This four-week residency is offered in partnership with Assembly 197.

• This residency is $5,000 for one artist or $8,000 for two artists (Assembly 197 only has a one-bedroom cottage, so couples are recommended).
• Grant funds must be used to cover the accommodation fee of $500 per week for one artist, or $750 per week for two artists.

Assembly 197 is the home of Tasdance, Situate, and Artery. Mudlark, Stompin, and Rooke Circus are also in-house partner organisations making Assembly 197 a vibrant hub of multi-artform activity.

This residency supports artists curious about expanding their practice by engaging in conversations and situations that encourage them to think broadly and boldly; a space for investigation of practice – how it connects to place, artists, audience, and community. Those working on site have experience in interdisciplinary practice and socially engaged work. Visiting artists will have the opportunity to connect to the wider arts community at Assembly 197.

Key information

• This residency is four weeks long and can be taken in one visit or multiple.
• All artforms will be considered for this residency.
• Other artists may be in residence at the same time.

Applicants are encouraged to contact Assembly 197 for more information before commencing their application, at least two weeks before the closing date.

Residency facilities and accommodation

Accommodation is self-contained. It includes:

• a bedroom.
• a private bathroom.
• a simple kitchenette and laundry.

Applicants must provide their own food and personal items.

Resident artists have access to a large, shared studio space, a smaller studio space, as well as a fully fitted office with hot desks. Assembly 197 has a large garden and is based right in the heart of Launceston.

Other artists, including the Creative Directors of Assembly 197, will also be on-site and available for mentoring, coaching, or to share ideas, for those interested. Opportunities for community sharing events will also be available.

Technology

Access to high-speed Wi-Fi is included as part of the residency.

Access and transport

It is strongly recommended that artists provide their own car for this residency.

Assembly 197 is 10-minute walk to CBD of Launceston and is close to shopping centres, cafes, and restaurants.

Artists living with disability should contact the residency site manager to confirm whether this residency would be suitable before applying.

More information

Details of the residency site are available at: www.assembly197.com