Artists, curators, arts groups and organisations encouraged to apply for ARTBOX
Council is calling for expressions of interest from artists, curators, arts groups and organisations to take part in ARTBOX.
The exciting new arts space will launch this July with a series of rotating exhibitions, expected to last around four-five weeks each in various locations throughout the Shire.
The aim of the travelling exhibition space is to promote professional and emerging artists and makers, providing opportunities for regional and remote communities in the Shire to create, experience and engage with arts and culture.
Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Cr Laura Binks explained what ARTBOX was,
“ARTBOX is a mobile, professional exhibition space that welcomes proposals from artists, designers, festivals, curators, community and cultural groups in all art forms including but not limited to; visual arts, sculpture, craft, design, digital media, architectural installations, performance, literary arts, installation/ site specific works, fashion and cultural heritage projects that display innovative ideas and approaches,” she said.
“Our aim is to provide a diverse and engaging annual exhibition program containing a mix of Council-ran exhibitions, local artists and art groups as well as some visiting and out of area artists.”
While providing a professional exhibition space, ARTBOX also provides opportunities for regional and remote communities in Strathbogie Shire to experience and engage with arts and culture.
Council’s application for this funding was supported by demonstrated public approval for micro galleries and a public art trail in the Arts and Culture Survey conducted in 2021.
“We are excited to see how ARTBOX can build capacity and cultural enjoyment for our communities,” Mayor Cr Binks said.
To express your interest, visit www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au/arts-and-culture and fill out the ARTBOX EOI application form.
ARTBOX is being brought to the Shire after it was successful in obtaining Creative Victoria grant funding.