Expressions of Interest
FEB - JUNE 2026 APPLICATIONS
Ipswich Art Workshop
Expressions of Interest for the Ipswich Art Workshop are now open for February - June 2026!
Calling All Creatives – The Ipswich Art Workshop Wants You!
Ipswich Art Workshop is an accessible and welcoming multi-use, hands-on workspace, open to supporting a variety of arts-based initiatives.
As a Council-owned venue available for hire, Ipswich Art Workshop provides opportunities for creatives and arts organisations to forge connections within community through a variety of innovative and diverse visual arts projects.
Applications are now open for Artist Residences, Community Workshops & Meetups:
20 October 2025 – Applications Open
21 November 2025 – Applications Close
5 December 2025 – Successful applicants notified
February 2026 Artist Residences, Community Workshops & Meetups commence.
Workshops & Meetups @ IAW
Are you an artist, maker, or creative thinker with a passion to share? Step into a space built for imagination, collaboration, and community. The Ipswich Art Workshop is inviting you to lead your own classes, workshops, or creative meetups from February - June 2026.
This is your chance to help shape Ipswich’s vibrant arts scene - on your own terms.
What’s Included:
● Half-day or full-day hire of the Ipswich Art Workshop space.
● Private access during your session.
● Full control over your ticketing and income.
● Marketing support through Ipswich Community Gallery socials, Discover Ipswich, and council newsletters.
● Access to presentation screens, easels, storage and unlimited tea & coffee.
● A rewarding opportunity to earn from your creativity while giving back to your local community.
Hire Rates*:
Half Day (up to 4 hours): $80 (incl. GST)
Full Day (up to 8 hours): $150 (incl. GST)
20% discount available for community groups (located in the Ipswich LGA)
*Hire Rates are inclusive of your pack-up and set-down period. See Terms and Conditions for further information on hire conditions and responsibilities, and the hire fee cancellation policy.
Ready to Inspire? Submit your proposal today and bring your creative ideas to life! If you have multiple workshop or meetup ideas, please submit each one as a separate application.
You'll be notified of your application outcome within two weeks of the closing date.
Please note: Applications are currently open for workshops running from February - June 2026 only. Stay tuned for updates on sessions from July 2026 onwards.
Artist Residencies @ IAW
Dive into a creative adventure with the 2026 Artist in Residency program.
Claim one of four exclusive Artist in Residence spots and unlock a world of artistic freedom with a range of exciting perks.
What's Included:
- Full, complimentary use of the Ipswich Art Workshop space.
- Up to three weeks of unlimited access.
- Plenty of space to explore your creative process with secure storage for materials.
- Full access from Monday to Sunday, 8am to 5pm (yes, weekends too!).
- Opportunity to apply for RADF Time and Space grant funding (up to $2000) to support residency expenses.
- The potential to host open days, talks or one-off workshops during your residency.*
*Ticketed workshops are subject to standard workshop Hire Rates for the Ipswich Art Workshop. See Workshops & Meetups @ IAW.
Inside the IAW
Application resources
Assessment Criteria
- Clarity - Clear and cohesive proposal outlining proposed planning and outcomes.
- Innovation - High level of aesthetic values and understanding.
- Quality - Examples of work or programming that demonstrates experience in producing safe and high-quality outcomes.
- Curatorial - Relevance to community interests, other concurrent exhibitions or city events programming.
- Diversity - Preference will be given to applicants who have not hired the Workshop in the past EOI round.
