Emerging Artist Grants Program

The Ian Potter Cultural Trust runs three funding rounds per year, through which individual artists can apply for grants of up to $15,000.

The Trust funds nationally and supports artists working across the spectrum of the arts, from traditional art forms through to experimental mediums. 

Before starting an application for an Emerging Artist Grant, please carefully review the information on this page to ensure you are eligible, your development opportunity meets the funding criteria, and you understand the application process.

What you can apply for:

• Residencies

• Mentorships

• Study tours that have a clear skills development focus

• Masterclasses and private lessons

• Internships

• Conferences and workshops

• Postgraduate study with a focus on professional development and artistic practice where no equivalent exists in Australia.

Photo by Ayo Busari: [RE]COMPOST, KickstART Festival 2024

Applications Open: Tuesday 23 April 2024

Close: Tuesday 18 June 2024, 5PM AEST

For travel/projects after: Friday 20 September 2024

Grants announced: Mid September 2024