Image: Stu Murphy, Pause (detail) 2019, Giclee print on archival cotton rag paper, image courtesy the artist.
Climate Conversations is a new biennial project that invites Northern Rivers artists to collaborate with community and explore ways we can adapt, reorganise, and evolve in the face of climate change through the art
The theme for the second Climate Conversations is Rising which explores the growing consciousness and urgency to meet climate challenges. Amidst soaring temperatures, swelling oceans, and escalating natural disasters, Earth's fragile equilibrium teeters/ hangs in the balance. Rising reflects the need to embrace our role as environmental stewards, and unite in collective action.
Northern Rivers Artists and collaborators are invited to respond to the theme of Rising and propose a collaborative community focused project and exhibition.
The successful artist or artists will receive a fee of $5,000 to develop new work (plus $2,000 additional funding for public programs), and a one-month exhibition at Lone Goat Gallery, Byron Bay, in 2025.
Artists from outside the region may apply if they partner with a Northern Rivers based artist. Artists are encouraged to ensure the project idea is focused on community engagement and generating conversations with community through art.
Important dates
15 June 2024: Applications open
1 November 2024: Applications close
1 December 2024: Successful applications advised by email
December 2024 to mid 2025: Project development
Date TBC: Opening night at Lone Goat Gallery
mid 2025, dates TBC: Project on exhibition at Lone Goat Gallery
CLIMATE CONVERSATIONS – PROJECT OUTLINE
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For application support or any questions regarding the program, please contact: Sarah Harvey, Gallerist at Lone Goat Gallery lonegoatgallery@byron.nsw.gov.au
Climate Conversations is a biennial creative initiative between Lone Goat Gallery & Byron Shire Council.