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The Inaugural
Firstdraft Print Edition, 2011
By Agatha Gothe-Snape.
Printed by BIG FAG Press

Programs

Applications for this round are currently CLOSED. Next round will open first half of 2012.

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Firstdraft accepts proposals for its Exhibition, Emerging Artist Studio Residency, Emerging Curators Programs and Emerging Arts Writers Programs.

Firstdraft is a non-profit gallery run on a voluntary basis by a group of practicing artists. It is one of the longest running and most successful artist-run initiatives in Australia. Firstdraft asserts the importance of contemporary art production, dissemination and discussion in society, providing a stimulating exhibition space that is professional and accessible for a diverse range of artistic practices and projects. Alongside its exhibition program, Firstdraft runs a variety of other programs and projects and has recently launched a second venue, Firstdraft Depot.

Exhibition Program:

  • Exhibition proposals are invited from individuals and groups, artists and curators for exhibitions showcasing emerging, experimental and innovative practices
  • Firstdraft does not charge any commission on works sold during the exhibition
  • Gallery rental fees include all promotional, opening and gallery-running costs

Emerging Curators Program:

  • A fully subsidised three-week exhibition in the whole gallery (including promotion and opening costs)
  • Access to and assistance with Firstdraft’s equipment and resources
  • Funding and assistance for the production of a small catalogue to accompany the show and towards curatorial costs

Emerging Artists Studio Residency Program:

  • A studio space at Firstdraft’s new off-site studio complex, the Firstdraft Depot in Riley Street, Woolloomooloo, for ten weeks
  • A fully subsidised three-week exhibition at Firstdraft upon completion of the program
  • A flat artist fee for work completed as part of the program
  • Firstdraft encourages proposals from artists working across interdisciplinary, new media and collaborative practices for its Studio Program

Emerging Arts Writer in Residence:

  • A 3-month writing mentorship with an established arts writer – Firstdraft will negotiate the mentorship with your nominated arts writer on your behalf
  • The opportunity to interview Firstdraft Studio artists to be published on the Firstdraft Studio blog and/or the annual Firstdraft Studio Publication
  • Writers’ fee of $500.

Download some HANDY HINTS for writing a killer Firstdraft application here.