Spectrum Residencies

Spectrum Project Space is an exhibition and performance space situated in Northbridge, Perth’s cultural precinct. The Space functions as a laboratory for exploration and experimentation with an inclusive approach to creativity and is a site for multidisciplinary approaches to artistic practice. Spectrum Project Space encourages residencies from artists that engage with the multi-disciplinary philosophy of the Space.

Spectrum Project Space Residencies are available to staff, students and alumni from ECU’s School of Communications and Arts [SCA] and the WA Academy of Performing Arts [WAAPA] as well as artists currently not associated with ECU.

There are four residency opportunities available per year, each for three months. January to March, April to June, July to September and October to December.

We are currently accepting applications from January 2011 onwards. Proposals are accepted at any time of the year, however the final date for considering 2011 applications is September 1st 2010. Applicants will be advised in October 2010.

A Spectrum Project Space Residency provides the following:
• A dedicated studio space
• The opportunity for an open studio and / or exhibition - please specify your preference in your application
• wireless internet access
• Case-by-case prearranged access to School of Communications and Arts and WAPPA facilities, equipment and University events.
• Publicity for Residency Project or exhibition through the Spectrum Project Space website, newsletter and Western Australian arts links.
• A supportive network of staff to help the artist in resident to develop links with other local artists and art spaces
• Access to a shared kitchen.

A Spectrum Project Space Residency program does not provide:
• residential facilities
• funding

Successful applicants must organise their own living arrangements and provide financial support for their stay.

The artist is asked to:
• Provide an artist’s talk in the gallery if an exhibition is mounted
• Hold 2 pre-arranged open studio sessions for the public as well as staff and students of ECU who are interested in learning more about your practice.
• Provide a visiting artist talk at the ECU Mount Lawley campus and discuss the project with students

To apply please visit our proposals page and complete an application form