The Lock-Up’s nationally renowned Artist in Residence provides onsite accommodation for visiting artists, curators and other creatives. It allows space for work to be researched and developed for experimental and innovative arts practices to thrive.
The Lock-Up’s nationally recognised Artist in Residence Program provides onsite accommodation and dedicated development time for visiting artists, curators and other creative practitioners. Residents can research and develop new work, engage with local communities, and respond to the distinctive history and architecture of the precinct.
The program supports experimentation and site-responsive practice while creating opportunities for artists to extend their work through exhibitions, public programs, performances, and connections with new audiences.
Residencies are between 1-6 weeks depending on the needs of the artist and the particular nature of their residency.
FACILITIES
Located in the heart of Newcastle’s inner city, less than 5 minutes walk to Newcastle Beach and the Ocean Baths, the residency apartment is a refurbished, self-contained apartment located on the second floor of The Lock-Up, and original detective’s office.
The apartment includes a fully equipped kitchenette and lounge area with adjacent separate queen bedroom and shower en-suite.
Supported by Creative Australia, Create NSW and Crown Lands NSW.
