Northern Rivers Artist Exchange 2026

The Northern Rivers Artist Exchange program invites for artists from across the Northern Rivers who are working in all art forms to apply for a 1-week residency at the Grafton Regional Gallery. An artist stipend, accommodation and studio space will be provided to 3 artists for 1 week between July and November 2026. This is an opportunity to be immersed in the Clarence Valley landscape and community, to connect with the Grafton Regional Gallery and Arts Northern Rivers teams, and to be supported in creative practice. Preferences will be given to artist who engage with communityengaged or place-based practices.

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WHAT’S ON OFFER?

Three artists will be selected for the Northern Rivers Artist Exchange, which includes:

• $1000 stipend (+ gst)
• up to one week’s accommodation on site at the Gallery (1 x queen bed with kitchenette)
• 24-hour studio access (will need to notify if accessing after 9pm and before 6am)
• 1:1 session with Grafton Regional Gallery Curator or Director
• 1:1 session with Arts Northern Rivers Project Manager
• opportunities to connect with the Grafton and Clarence Valley community

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KEY DATES

Applications open: Monday 15 December 2025

Applications close: Sunday 12 April 2026

Notification: Friday 24 April 2026

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Residency opportunities:

• Monday 13 July – Sunday 19 July 2026

• Monday 21 September – Sunday 27 September 2026

• Monday 26 October – Sunday 1 November2026

• Monday 16 November – Sunday 22 November 2026

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ELIGIBILITY

Artists based in the Northern Rivers, working in any artform, with a preference for artist working in community-engaged or place-based practices.

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