Punctum and La Trobe Art Institute are delighted to invite Expressions of Interest from a regional artist in Australia to undertake a funded two-week residency in Djaara / Bendigo
This residency supports regional artists resident anywhere in Australia to travel to Djaara/Bendigo in regional Victoria for a two-week period during baramul & milakuk time.
Baramul (lightening) & milakuk (emu) time occurs in February, when this residency is held. Drawing purpose from Djaara seasonal indicators, this is an opportunity for an artist who is interested in connecting with place, people and site through the intersection of live performance and visual arts.
Residency details
The successful artist will receive:
• An artist fee of $3,577 plus travel allowance to support airfares and ground travel
• Logistical, mentoring and hosting support from the La Trobe Art Institute (LAI) and Punctum teams
• Opportunity to participate in additional paid public programmes at LAI (Bendigo/Djaara)
• Artists’ accommodation, studio space and access to theatre/performance spaces
Indigenous artists, remotely located artists, and artists working in community are encouraged to apply.
Key Dates:
Expressions of Interest open: 7 November
Expressions of Interest close: 8 December
Applicants notified: 12 December
Residency dates: 2–15 February
