Wed. Nov 6th, 2024

The New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) is encouraging artists from around the New England who want to improve their skills, learn new techniques or broaden their artistic horizons to apply for a $3000 bursary.

Applications for the Helen Dangar Memorial Art Bursary have been extended and will now close on Sunday October 20.

“The bursary will be awarded to support a professional or creative development opportunity including activities like workshops, residencies, conferences, masterclasses and other courses,” said NERAM director Rachael Parsons.

“I strongly encourage all artists in New England to put in a submission for the bursary, whatever stage of your arts career you are in. Look at upcoming opportunities that will have an impact on your practice and just go for it!

Armidale-based Janna Hayes was the recipient of the 2023 Helen Dangar Memorial Art Bursary.
Hayes used the bursary to travel to Japan to attend the Kawashima Textile School on the outskirts of Kyoto. Along with some other Australian weavers, Hayes was taught tapestry weaving by Sensei Kondo.

“It was wonderful to learn traditional techniques from a master craftsman and to create connections with Australian contemporaries,” said Hayes.

“The bursary supported me financially to travel to Japan and expand my practice.”

“In addition to the financial boost, it was very special to be able to travel and learn in honour of someone special and my heartfelt thanks goes to the Dangar family for that opportunity.”

“Over the six years that the Helen Dangar Memorial Bursary has been presented at NERAM, New England artists have been given vital support to travel nationally and internationally to engage in a range of creative workshops, residencies and professional development,” Ms Parsons said.

“These opportunities have led to these artists making new work, developing professional and creative skills, presenting exhibitions, facilitating workshops and establishing professional networks and collaborations.”

Applications will now close 5pm on October 20. Visit www.neram.com.au/helen-dangar-bursary/ to apply.

For more information contact NERAM communications officer Rochelle Tubb at communications@neram.com.au or phone (02) 6772 5255.

Top image: New England artist Janna Hayes – the 2023 recipient of the Helen Dangar Memorial Art Bursary winner – on her trip to Japan. (supplied)


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