If you’re an writer, artist or creative thinker, the Australian Antarctic Arts Fellowship offers something few other residencies can match. This program invites Australian creatives to travel to Antarctica, the sub-Antarctic or Southern Ocean – fully supported with travel, accommodation and supplies – and turn the frozen continent’s unique landscapes, histories and scientific endeavour into art that resonates with audiences back home and around the world.
From their website:
About
The Australian Antarctic Arts Fellowship aims to support the production of significant works of art and interpretation by professionals in the creative arts, humanities and social sciences.
- The Australian Antarctic Arts Fellowship takes artists and creative professionals to Antarctica to develop creative work that engages diverse audiences.
- Artists and creative professionals apply through a competitive selection process.
- A fellowship trip to Antarctica could be 2-4 weeks duration.
- Travel to and from Antarctica, and meals and accommodation while in Antarctica are covered by the fellowship.
Objectives
The Arts Fellowship aims to increase awareness and appreciation of Antarctica, the sub-Antarctic, Southern Ocean and the Australian Antarctic Program through creative outputs that engage national and international audiences in:
- activities of the Australian Antarctic Program
- importance of the unique Antarctic and sub-Antarctic natural environment
- human stories and endeavours of Australians in Antarctica
- Australia’s continuing connection with Antarctica and the sub-Antarctic established through its historical presence and legacy
- Australia’s commitment to the Antarctic Treaty and its values of international cooperation, peace, scientific research and environmental protection.
As one of Australia’s most unique residency experiences the Fellowship advances these objectives by enabling artists and creative professionals to travel south to conduct research for the development of creative outcomes.
