Image credit: Photography by Ian Brodie, courtesy of WA Museum.
ARTIST
RESIDENCIES:
MUSEUM OF GERALDTON
Contact
Kristen Brownfield
project@artonthemove.art
(08) 9271 3902
In 2026, ART ON THE MOVE is pleased to partner with the Museum of Geraldton to deliver our first residency in Jambinu.
Together, we invite WA artists to apply for this exciting opportunity to live in Jambinu/Geraldton and work with the WA Museum collection. We welcome project proposals that explore overlooked or concealed histories, that challenge dominant narratives, and create new connections and interpretations.
Artists are strongly encouraged to consider their own personal connections to Jambinu/Geraldton and the Mid West region, whether through family, culture, memory, or lived experience.
Applications are due 5PM, 7 November (AWST). Late applications will not be accepted.
INFORMATION SESSION
APPLICATION FORM
TIP: The form cannot be saved once started. We recommend preparing your responses in a separate document first, then completing the form when you’re ready to submit.
If you require this application in another format, please contact project@artonthemove.art or (08) 9271 3902.
This form is currently closed for submissions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will the residency take place?
Artists will undergo their project between July 2026 – June 2027 over 6-8 weeks, undergone consecutively or in blocks. Dates are to be negotiated between the artist and the Museum of Geraldton.
Who can apply for this opportunity?
The opportunity is open to all practicing artists based in WA over the age of 18. Artists must have Australian citizenship or permanent resident status. We strongly encourage artists based in the Mid West region to apply.
What will the successful applicant/s receive?
- Residency Fee of $18,500
- Access to the Museum of Geraldton collection
- Project support from the Museum of Geraldton and ART ON THE MOVE before and during the residency
- Connections to the local community and opportunties to share their project and artistic practice
- Support accessing WA Museum Collections and Research Centre
- Marketing and promotion of residency and related outcomes
When do applications close?
Applications close Friday 7 November, 5pm. Late applications will not be accepted.
While you’re here, take a look at all the important dates which you may like to pop into your diary:
APPLICATION PERIOD
- Applications open Tuesday 7 October, 9am – Friday 7 November, 5pm
- Applicants will be notified of the outcome by 12 December.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
- Online: 15 October, 5.30PM – 6.30PM
- Museum of Geraldton (in-person): 19 October, 1PM – 2PM
(All dates and times in AWST)
This project is made possible through the Regional Exhibition Touring Boost with support from the WA Government and delivered by ART ON THE MOVE.