The Full Circle International Residency Award aims to support mid-career Australian artists based in New South Wales through a unique residency, research, and exhibition opportunity.
The initiative, presented through a partnership between Orange Regional Gallery, Australia, and Messums | ORG in the UK, is made possible thanks to generous support from Rowena Danziger in memory of Ken Coles AM.
Each year, one mid-career artist working in New South Wales, Australia will be selected to participate in a fully funded six-week residency in the UK at Messums East. Situated in The Old Post Office in Lowestoft, a refurbished new arts complex on the most easterly point of the UK. the Award culminates with an exhibition at Orange Regional Gallery the following year.
The Award supports visual artists who engage with the landscape and/or environment, to evolve their creative practice. Valued at AUD $33,000, this International Residency Award includes international flights, travel, accommodation, studio space, art materials and living expenses, and an exhibition—providing a rare opportunity for creative growth, research, connection and exploration.
THE SIX WEEK RESIDENCY
The Old Post Office, Messums East, Lowestoft, UK
Between 1 September—30 November 2026
THE EXHIBITION
A solo exhibition at Orange Regional Gallery in Spring 2027.
APPLICATION DATES
Open: 31 March 2026
Close: 30 April 2026
