ABOUT
As the only Artist Run Initiative (ARI) in Central Australia, Watch This Space (WTS) provides a constructive and supportive environment for artists to develop, collaborate and experiment through exhibitions, residencies, performances, offsite projects and an onsite studio community, all within a unique geographical, social and cultural landscape: Mparntwe / Alice Springs. We support contemporary art dialogue in the region both inside and outside a gallery space, encouraging, nurturing and promoting Central Australian and visiting artists.
VISION
Art is intrinsically linked to community, creating a valued and vital platform for pushing boundaries, experimentation and critical thought.
MISSION
Watch This Space is a catalyst and conduit for contemporary experimental arts practice and dialogue in Central Australia, working to nurture and promote local and visiting artists and their work.
VALUES
Support
for artists and their work, sustainable careers and well- resourced platforms for development and presentation
Recognition
of local and visiting artists and their contributions to society
Experimentation within process and form
Community and collaboration
as central elements of a vibrant, resilient and innovative artistic sector
Respect
for people and place
Banner image: The 2017 Lofty Awards Night. Photo credit: Emma Collard