THE BASICS

• The program will see emerging artists apply to be mentored for one year, from October to September.

• There is no cost associated with the program.

• The program is competitive. Applicants will need to complete an application form. 

• Applications deadline MIDNIGHT TUESDAY 8 OCTOBER 2024.

Who is eligible?

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. There is no upper age limit.  

• Applicants must be emerging artists in the first five years of their full-time art practice.

• Applicants must reside or have their working studio within the Mentorship Program Area, which includes Hunter region local government areas. Refer to the Mentee Application Guide below for more information. 

What is involved?

The successful applicant will be paired with their preferred established art practitioner for one year. The pairing process is performed by an external panel and in liaison with the mentors. Mentors may choose to interview shortlisted mentees to help find the most compatible match.

 

The nature of the mentorship is up to each individual mentor. It is an opportunity for skills, knowledge and experience to be passed from a practicing established artist to an emerging artist. The mentee is expected to meet with their mentor once a month and attend get-togethers with the 2024/2025 Mentorship cohort. Mentees are also required to participate in an exhibition, alongside their mentor, showcasing the outcomes of their mentorship, as well as an end-of-program evaluation session.

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KEY DATES

Applications open: Friday 20 September 2024
Applications close: MIDNIGHT TUESDAY 8 OCTOBER 2024

Successful curatorial mentee notified: By Friday 25 October

Mentorships announced: 25 October 2024

Mentor + mentee briefing session: TBC
Mentoring commences: November 2024
 

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