About the Artist in Residence Program
Canberra Glassworks is offering two places with the 2026 Graduate in Residence program for artists who have recently graduated university, TAFE or other training programs. This residency is for artists who have achieved significant recognition for their technical and artistic work during their studies.
The residency provides artists with a place and time for research and development, creating a new body of work, developing an idea or continuing along a theme.
Each New Graduate AiR will be provided with:
- a stipend of $500
- $500 budget to be used for mentoring
- a studio desk workspace
- access to workshop areas including use of kilns, flameworking, cold shop, hotshop and mould room
Artists must be skilled with the equipment that they are proposing to use and be able to work independently in the studio.
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 Graduate 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.
- Have the support of your lecturer or supervisor.
- Have completed all their studies fully in 2025.
- Be able to use the equipment within your application independently or within the limitations of the mentoring allowance.
Students with glass making experience from ANU SOAD, UniSA, Monash, SCA, Melbourne Polytechnic and JamFactory associateship programs are encouraged to apply. Graduates from other programs can also apply if they can demonstrate their ability to work independently and safely within the Glassworks workshops.
Applicants are not eligible for the Graduate in Residence program if they:
- Have completed a PHD.
- Are represented by a commercial gallery.
- Have received financial support from Canberra Glassworks (residency, mentorship, fellowship or bursary) above the value of $1000 in the last 2 years
- Have any outstanding units to complete. To make the most of this opportunity residents are expected to fully commit to this four-week program .
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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