Down the Lane Studiosresidency
Down the Lane Artist Residency
Travel coveredHousing: Private room with its own bathroom, attached to the studio area.
- Who Can Apply: Open to practising artists worldwide, at any career stage, working in any medium; must be able to be in Melbourne for the full month of March 2027 and submit the application in English.
- The Focus: A fully supported one-month studio residency in Melbourne for making new work.
- The Funding: Return airfare, a month of private accommodation, a private studio and shared workshop access, plus an A$500 production budget.
- Key Requirements: One PDF (up to 20 MB on the current form; the brief notes a 10 MB limit) containing up to 10 images of your work, an artist bio (max 500 words), a CV (max two pages) and a project plan (max 1000 words); pay the A$50 application fee and upload the payment receipt.
DeadlineSunday, December 20, 2026
AwardThe artist receives an A$500 production budget; return airfare, a month's private accommodation and a private studio are covered.
Application feeA$50
DurationOne month
Program datesMarch 2027
LocationMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
Open toArtists worldwide
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesAll Stages
DisciplinesAny medium, Cross-disciplinary practices, Writing, Research-based work
Application notesThe residency brief states a 10 MB PDF limit while the current application form allows up to 20 MB. International artists receive a letter of support for their visa application once selected. Accessibility needs can be discussed in advance at info@culturefocus.com.au. A Chinese-language application page with Alipay payment is available for applicants in mainland China.
Contactinfo@culturefocus.com.au
Down the Lane Studios
Organization based in Melbourne