Question 1

What is the time expectation/commitment?

Accepted Answer

3 days working time. This can be spread over longer period any time between the 3-month collaboration period.

Question 2

How many artists and academics will be paired together? How many applications do you recieve?

Accepted Answer

Six groups each comprising of one artist and one academic. On average we receive 65 applications between artists and academics.

Question 3

Can the artist/academic request to work within a particular subject area/medium?

Accepted Answer

We advise against this and encourage applicants to remain open to unexpected outcomes.

Question 4

Who is on the panel?

Accepted Answer

The panel consists of both academic and artist perspectives specific around the theme.

Question 5

Is there access support to help me apply?

Accepted Answer

Yes, please contact the Cultural Institute via the contact information in the email and we will work with you to support you to apply.

Question 6

Is the application open to artist groups as well as individual artists?

Accepted Answer

No, as the artist fee only covers payment for one artist.

Question 7

What are the academic criteria of the selection process?

Accepted Answer

Academics at any level can apply. Academics need to have a contract which extends beyond the end date of the Creative Labs program. A key driver for the programme is that applicants must show an openness to collaboration on an equal footing.

Question 8

Can I apply if I was successful last year?

Accepted Answer

No - but you can apply next year. We receive over 60 applications, and can only support 6 places.

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