Emerging Artist Support Scheme (EASS)
About the Canberra Potters EASS Residency & Internship Award
Above image: Tanya McArthur
The 2024 Residency/Internship placements are now open. The successful artist will be announced on Friday 29 November 2024.
The Canberra Potters EASS Residency & Internship Award offers a 6-week residency/internship at Canberra Potters to an exceptional graduate in the field of ceramics. Presented by Canberra Potters as part of the Australian National University’s Emerging Artist Support Scheme (EASS). The Canberra Potters EASS Residency & Internship includes free 24/7 private studio access, allowances for firing and materials, and an opportunity to shadow with workshop, gallery and education staff. In return, the recipient is expected to create a body of work while on site, donate 1-2 pieces to the Canberra Potters Collection, and conduct an artist talk.
The residency is scheduled from the 29 January 2025 to 11 March 2025.
Award Details (click to expand)
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be a 2024 graduate of the ANU, with a study focus of ceramics
- A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional skill and creativity.
- Applicants will be selected from exhibitors at the Graduation Show.
Award Components
- A 6-week artist residency/internship
- 24/7 studio access
- Allowance for firing and materials
- Mentorship and collaboration with workshop, gallery and/or teaching staff
- Production of a body of work during the residency
- Donation of 1-2 pieces to the Canberra Potters Collection
- Artist talk about their work and practice
Residency Schedule
The residency is scheduled from the 29 January 2025 to 11 March 2025.
Expectations and Responsibilities
- Ongoing studio presence and production or exploration of a body of work
- Minimum on-site presence requirement (3 days per week, minimum 2 weekdays)
- Interaction with staff and other on-site artists
- Maintaining a record of work completed and experiences gained
- Donation of 1-2 high-quality pieces to the Canberra Potters Collection
- Preparing and delivering the artist talk
Evaluation and Feedback
- Weekly or bi-weekly check-ins with the recipient
- Opportunities for feedback and reflection
Application Process
Applicants will be evaluated on the artist’s artistic merit, potential for growth, and alignment with the Canberra Potters’ mission. Applicants will be selected by a panel of staff members from Canberra Potters.
Selection will be made by considering the merits of each applicant for the award in a particular year and may include seeking advice from teaching staff the ANU.
For any questions or further enquiries, please contact Gallery Manager at [email protected] or by calling (02) 6241 1670 Tuesday to Thursday.