About the Artist in Residence Program
In 2026 Canberra Glassworks is offering four places within the Artist in Residence program for established artists. This residency is for artists who have achieved significant recognition for their technical and artistic work. The program provides artists with a place and time for research and development, creating a new body of work, developing a particular idea or continuing along a theme using glass.
Residents will be provided with a stipend of $1,000, a designated workspace, use of kilns, flameworking, coldshop, hotshop, neon area and mould room. A limited material allowance is available based on project requirements and can be used to purchase raw materials required for the duration of the residency. Artists must be skilled with the equipment that they are proposing to use and be able to work independently in the studio. We encourage artists new to glass to contact us before applying.
Share accommodation in The Chapel can be provided for interstate artists depending on availability. Equipment and facilities are shared with a range of artists through a booking system.
Residents will be expected to participate in the residency on a full-time basis for the duration of four to six weeks. Participants in this program make a significant contribution to the cultural life of the Glassworks. It is part of the program for residents to engage with other artists and the public. They are expected to give a public talk or demonstration at the conclusion of their residency.
Eligibility
To be eligible for Canberra Glassworks 2026 Artist in Residence program, applicants must:
- Be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or artists who have been based in Australia for more than six months prior to applying.
- Be considered an established artist, designer or craftsperson.
- Be trained and able to use the equipment within the facilities safely and independently or have a plan to work with glassmakers who are sufficiently trained.
Applicants are not eligible for the Artist in Residence program if they:
- Are a student (see the Glassworks Graduate in Residence program).
- Have received a residency or financial support (over $1,000) from Canberra Glassworks in the last 2 years.
How to apply
To apply for either residency program, please submit the following:
- A completed application form
- Proposal for the residency
(1 page max) based on criteria listed in application form - Curriculum vitae
(1 page max) - Artist Biography
(200 words max) - 10 images of recent work
(less than 1.5MB as JPEGS)
Submissions
Canberra Glassworks are available to answer questions regarding the application process up until Thu 11 September.
Please note that dates to undertake residencies are dependent on accommodation and other projects at Canberra Glassworks.
Applications are due Sun 14 Sep 2025 at 5pm
to Justine McLaren, Artistic Programs Coordinator via email at Justine.McLaren@canberraglassworks.com
Applications must be submitted to the Artistic Programs Coordinator by no later than 5pm. Applications will be assessed and selected by a panel. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Please note that successful applicants will have the opportunity to work with our team to develop and refine their plan and budget.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Justine McLaren, Artistic Programs Coordinator on 02 6185 0381 or email Justine.McLaren@canberraglassworks.com
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