About the space
Primrose Park Artists Studios consists of two separate spaces located on the upper level and lower level and adjoins Primrose Park Arts & Craft Centre.
Upper level
- accommodates up to 3-4 tenants in a shared open plan space, where individual spaces are separated by fixed partitions
- each space has a trestle table, chair, small storage cabinet
- access to plenty of natural light
- tiled floors
Lower level
- lower level accommodates up to 2 tenants in shared open plan space
- there are no space partitions
- access to storage, foldable tables, chairs
- the lower level is not wheelchair accessible
The upper and lower level studios are not connected and entry is from two distinct areas the upper level is wheelchair accessible
Shared facilities include
- small kitchenette
- gender neutral bathroom
- small lounge area on the upper level
- professional gallery hanging system on the upper level, professional gallery lighting
Facilities do not include
- wi-fi or internet access
- air conditioning
Artforms
Primrose Park Artists’ Studios are suitable for a broad range of practices eg visual arts and craft, literature, arts writers, independent curators, interdisciplinary practices, new media and emerging technologies. While all art forms will be considered, the type of work produced must be conducive to the open plan nature of the spaces and not disturb other tenants in the studios or the adjoining tenant. The following are not permitted in Council operated spaces:
- use of toxic or hazardous materials
- materials that require extraction fans or emit fumes
- materials that result in hazardous waste
- processes, tools and equipment that emit excessive noise
Community engagement
As part of councils Creative Spaces program, studio tenants gain access to paid, community facing opportunities to showcase their practice and connect with our community. As part of the tenancy agreement, artists are required to participate in at least one community facing activity co-designed with Council’s Creative Programs team and aligned with our broader arts programming. All engagements are professionally remunerated at NAVA rates.
Paid oppportunities may include, open studio events and artist showcases, facilitating workshops or community-led projects, delivering artist talks or presentations.
Professional development
Council will organise and fund at least two formal professional development opportunities over the course of the residency. This may include mentorship opportunities, structured visiting artist/curator programs, professional headshot, the opportunity to work with professional writer on artist bios or statements. Exhibition or commission opportunities may also be facilitated through Council.
Studio usage expectations
There is an expectation of high usage. Tenants are expected to use the studio space for a minimum of 3 days per week (21 hours)
Access, parking, transport
The studios can be accessed seven days a week between the hours of 7am and 9pm. Overnight stay in the studio is not permitted.
There is a Council car park, however there are no designated spaces for studio artists. The car park accommodates visitors to the Arts Centre, studios, tennis courts and sporting fields. The centre is a 10 minute walk from Military Road where there are numerous bus stops.
Fees and tenancy conditions
- Successful artists are required to enter into a licence agreement that sets out the terms and conditions of the tenancy.
- Studios are offered for fixed term
- The studios can be accessed seven days a week between the hours of 7am and 9pm. Overnight stay in the studio is not permitted.
- As part of the tenancy agreement, artists are required to participate in at least one community facing activity co-designed with Council’s Creative Programs team and aligned with our broader arts programming. All engagements are professionally remunerated at NAVA rates.
- Studio rent is $45 per week payable in quarterly instalments. A refundable bond is also payable.
- Successful applicants require their own public liability insurance of $20 million for the period
- Successful applicants require a current NSW Working With Children Check
- Artists are responsible for insuring their property and contents