STA AiR General Guidelines

Guidelines for the STA Artist in Residence program. Further information can be gained by contacting STA.  
(EOIs are currently closed.  The following information is listed to support Artists to be aware of how the program works)

• STA AiRs are self directed and may include optional public programs as proposed by the Artist.
• Artists are asked to consider the unique qualities of the host venue and place and consider how the location supports their practice and/or project.
• Artists will be responsible for their own travel to, during and from the residency. 
• The residency location is in regional NSW and public transport options are limited. Transport and transfers are the responsibility of the Artist/s and as such STA recommend use of a private or hire vehicle is an important consideration.
• Studio/workspace is provided at the host venue during the residency 
• The Artists/s will be self directed during the residency with access to connect to STA staff for support as needed.
• The STA region experiences extremes in temperature. Hot in Summer and Cold in Winter. Artists are advised to pack for all weather possibilities. 

Who can Apply

The STA AiR program  is open to all professional Artists from all disciplines, individually or in groups who live in one of the  seven contributing council areas* that make up the STA region. The program supports new work, research and collaborations inspired by the host venue and location.