The OBJECT MAKER Aotearoa Fellowship has been designed for artists who have completed an appropriate level of study within their object-based media, are committed to developing a sustainable practice, technically and conceptually, and are at the point in their career that they would benefit from developing their creative and professional (business) practice.

We are open to receiving applications from mid-career artists who are evolving their practice.

What does the Fellowship cover?

Artists are required to meet their own material and production costs for the duration of the Fellowship Programme.

In the First Year, there are no Training Fees, however, there is an expectation that the artist will be in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland for the process exhibition installation, opening, and public programme. Ideally, all the artists will also be able to attend the Welcome Hui in Tāmaki.

A modest budget is available to subsidise travel for those residing outside of the Greater Auckland region if required.

The Second Year (2025) of the pilot programme is subject to additional funding being secured.

We anticipate that coaching and mentoring fees will be subsidised however, the artist may need to pay a Training Fee to cover the difference. Artists are also expected to attend an in-person Creative Practice Masterclass, the exhibition installation, opening and public programme for which they must cover their travel costs.

We hope to have a clear outline of the artist costs for the second year of the Fellowship Programme determined by June 2024.

Naturally, we’d love to provide a free training programme, however, this is entirely dependent on the additional funding and sponsorship that we can secure for the Fellowship.

Fellowship hours:

We recommend allowing for 8-10 hours per week (including pre and post-gathering mahi). This will be in addition to your current studio practice.

Most gatherings (in person or via Zoom) will take place on Fridays or Saturdays. Key dates have been provided and more details will be shared in the welcome/onboarding hui.

Ensuring attendance at the group masterclasses, coaching and workshops is essential.

Application and deadline:

Closes at 5pm, 1 March 2024. For more information, click here.