RESIDENCies - WEST AUSTRALIAN

Beverley

Hosts
Beverley Art Gallery Committee
Beverley Shire Council

About Beverley
Recharge and get back to basics in the authentic rural town of Beverley (population 1650), just 20 minutes south of the tourist destination York, and likewise nestled on the Avon River. Its origins are also of the same era as York, with the Railway Station dating to 1886.

The Old Railway Station has been lovingly restored to house the town’s art collection (begun in 1967 with a bequest from Sir Claude Hotchins). We would like the collection to be open to the public with the help of someone just like you, in return for living in the station residence.

This is an opportunity to live in a creative atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle and with friendly local artists/ farmers only too willing for you to paint their countryside.

Hosts expectations of the artist during the residency

• The Gallery next door to your residence and studio will house the town’s art collection and we would like you to open and be in charge of the Gallery for around 12 hours per week (over 3 or 4 days). The works are not for sale.
• Our local artists would like to meet you and share stories; and the local school would certainly appreciate your input. One community presentation required by the artist for free.
• This also offers you the opportunity to hold workshops (you can negotiate fees) and/or an exhibition of your own creative work. These are optional; not a necessity.

Accommodation
Station residency (two storey), recently refurnished, great natural light, high ceilings

• upstairs – two bedrooms 1 x double, 2 x singles + sitting room and small office;
• downstairs – kitchen, sitting room, bathroom, toilet and laundry
• reverse cycle airconditioning
• linen, basic kitchen essentials provided
• separate studio space attached to gallery

Expenses to be paid by the artist
Rent free; power & water provided by host; no telephone connected.

Grants or living allowance paid to artist
None available at this stage.

Duration of residency
A minimum of four weeks duration would be ideal. Residencies could be up to three months. Artists can nominate dates to suit and we will try to accommodate them.

Artform preferred
Painting and sculpture

Can artist bring a partner / children / animals?
The residence is not suited for children or animals; but could accommodate a partner.

Is the residency suitable for groups of artists or students?
A second building is scheduled for renovation and will then be suitable for groups.

Application
Download application form here

Contact
Sophia Hall
Artsource
Tel: 9335 8366
Email sophia@artsource.net.au