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LOCAL LIFE
Grant opportunities for locals
The Blacktown City Creative Arts Fund is now open and accepting applications from local artists , artist groups , and incorporated community organisations until 13 April 2023 . Grants of up to $ 5000 are available to support the creation of new work as well as professional and skills development .
The Mayor of Blacktown City , Tony Bleasdale OAM said “ Culture is the lifeblood of our city and it should be a part of everyone ’ s daily life . Our City is proud to celebrate the excellence and diversity of artists and our creative communities . The Creative Arts Fund supports artists and organisations to
successfully develop and manage their own art and cultural projects . I look forward to seeing the creativity of our local artists come to life .”
Established in 2015 , the Creative Arts Fund has supported hundreds of artists and organisations in Blacktown City .
The fund facilitates new works across a range of media and enriches cultural life in the local area .
Aiming to build artistic capacity , and to develop social connections between artists and communities , the fund also encourages artists to explore partnerships as opportunities for
knowledge-sharing and collaboration with community .
Grants are available to local artists at any stage of their career working across a wide range of media , including :
• Performance
• Music
• Film
• Digital arts
• Multi-arts
• Dance
• Literature , and Photography We also encourage applications supporting professional development for artists and small organisations . Previous successful applications to the Creative Arts Fund , for example , have supported music development , children ’ s books , a digital web series for children , exhibition projects , and mentorship sessions with practicing artists .
Applications are assessed on a number of criteria , including the originality of the project , the clarity of the project description , the benefit of the work to the Blacktown community , and the quality of any proposed community engagement .
We are delighted to share that 2023 marks the first round of a streamlined application process .
Written guidelines for applicants , including further information on eligibility and selection criteria , are also available through the Blacktown Arts website blacktownarts . com . au / 2023-creative-arts-fund /.
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