Bundanon's Artists in Residence program is the largest initiative of its kind in Australia. Operating as an annual call-out for applications, the program provides a unique opportunity for artists and researchers from all creative disciplines, both domestic and international.

An artist residency is an opportunity administered by a host organisation that facilitates a guest artist to work in a different environment. The Bundanon Artists in Residence program has no specified outcomes other than the aim to allow the artist time and space to develop their practice.

Bundanon is committed to providing residencies free of charge for artists. However, artists are responsible for covering certain expenses, including travel, food, toiletries, and materials during their stay. To help offset these costs, Bundanon can offer a letter of support to successful artists applying for grants.

Successful applicants are required to pay a $250 bond within 14 days of receiving the invoice to secure their residency spot. This bond will be returned upon completion of the residency but may be forfeited in case of cancellation or damages incurred.

The 2026 Artists in Residence program is open to artists and researchers from all creative disciplines, both domestic and international. Applications can be made by individuals, collaborative groups (2 or more people), or incorporated companies.

Bundanon promotes diversity and encourage First Nations artists, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse artists, artists living with disability and members of the LBGTQIA+ community to apply.

The 2026 program will champion experimentation and welcomes proposals for new ideas and bold projects from diverse voices across all arts disciplines. They are looking for proposals that present new ideas, explore form and direction and encourage deep diving into creative practice.

Artists that have not yet experienced a Bundanon residency before are strongly recommended to apply. Artists who have undertaken a residency at Bundanon within the last five years are not eligible to apply.

• Email: artists@bundanon.com.au