Studio Available from 8th June

Due to border restrictions during COVID-19 we are unable to offer our Travelling in Artist Residency.
This means we are able to open up another beautiful studio for local artists to access over the next 6 months! If you have a project where you’d like to make use of the space then see below for all the details.

We understand artists have been particularly affected by the impacts of COVID-19.
For this reason we are happy to renegotiate rent if your application is successful.

Applications due midnight, Wednesday 27th May

From 8th June WTS will have one studio space available for local artists

2-6 month lease
Size roughly 3 x 4 m
$155/month

APPLY HERE >>>

SELECTION PROCESS

The WTS Curatorial Committee will assess applications based on the relevance of the artist’s practice to Watch This Space’s aims as a contemporary experimental art space:

• To create opportunities for local artists’ work to be discovered and made visible through hosting contemporary art exhibitions.

• To provide opportunities for local, interstate and international artists to enrich the artistic and cultural life of Alice Springs through the delivery of high quality contemporary art activities.

• To foster an inclusive creative community of artists who share skills and experiences with each other by accessing the onsite gallery and studio space.

• To offer professional development opportunities for artists including artistic/cultural collaborations and skills development.

• To nurture the full breadth of contemporary art activities including multi-disciplinary art forms, new media and installation work.

Note: All programming decisions are made by the WTS Curatorial Committee. The committee is made up of three to five Alice Springs based artists and arts workers.

Shared Studio Available from 8th June

Applications due
midnight, Wednesday 27th May

From 8th June WTS will have one shared studio space available for local artists

6 month lease
Size roughly 3 x 4 m (shared)
$85/month

APPLY HERE >>>

SELECTION PROCESS

The WTS Curatorial Committee will assess applications based on the relevance of the artist’s practice to Watch This Space’s aims as a contemporary experimental art space:

• To create opportunities for local artists’ work to be discovered and made visible through hosting contemporary art exhibitions.

• To provide opportunities for local, interstate and international artists to enrich the artistic and cultural life of Alice Springs through the delivery of high quality contemporary art activities.

• To foster an inclusive creative community of artists who share skills and experiences with each other by accessing the onsite gallery and studio space.

• To offer professional development opportunities for artists including artistic/cultural collaborations and skills development.

• To nurture the full breadth of contemporary art activities including multi-disciplinary art forms, new media and installation work.

Note: All programming decisions are made by the WTS Curatorial Committee. The committee is made up of three to five Alice Springs based artists and arts workers.

Call Out for Treasurer position

WTS has a Board and Curatorial Committee with staff to administer decisions made. The Board focuses on making operational decisions, meeting on a six-week basis to assess the financial, operational and creative status of the space and make strategic decisions. The Treasurer is one of the Executive Committee members within the Board.

Full details here >>

Announcement of resignation of Director, Zoya Godoroja-Prieckaerts and notification of position opening

After three and a half years at the helm of Central Australia’s only experimental arts organisation, Watch This Space’s director Zoya Godoroja-Prickaerts will be resigning from the position at the end of March 2020, in order to pursue her creative practice and artistic career.

During her time in this position, Zoya has stewarded an unprecedented level of growth and exposure for the organisation and it’s artists, including facilitating and overseeing the moving of our gallery and studios, the subsequent renovation of our current building, the securing of significant additional funding, the inclusion of WTS artists and staff on national platforms, and an increase WTS activities around advocacy and capacity building, both on local, territory and national levels.

Zoya has undertaken her role with unwavering commitment, steadfast integrity and a capacity to lead with grace and patience. The board, staff and artists of Watch This Space thank her wholeheartedly for her leadership and vision, and are excited that she will remain connected to the organisation through her art and creative endeavours.

The role of Director of Watch This Space is now open for applications, with a deadline for submissions of January 19th, 2020. Information on the position including a detailed description, conditions and contact information can be found at http://www.wts.org.au/workwithus. Northern Territory residents and Central Australian locals are strongly encouraged to apply.

We look forward to welcoming a new Director, and send Zoya off with deep respect and gratitude for her time and energy over the past three and a half years.

Frankie Snowdon
Chairperson, Watch This Space ARI

Studio Available from 1st June

Applications due
midnight, Monday 20th May

From 30th June WTS will have one studio space available for local artists

6 month lease
Size roughly 3 x 4 m
$155/month

APPLICATION

Artists will need to submit an application via email to wts@wts.org.au

Artists must submit:

• Document (max. 1 page) including:

  1. Name and contact details: phone, email, address, website.

  2. Details about artist’s work

  3. How artist intends to use the studio, i.e: are they working on a specific project, exploring a concept, experimenting, using a particular media, etc.

  4. Length of time artist wishes to lease space

  5. Why artist is interested in Watch This Space

• 3-8 images of artist’s work

SELECTION PROCESS

The WTS Curatorial Committee will assess applications based on the relevance of the artist’s practice to Watch This Space’s aims as a contemporary experimental art space:

• To create opportunities for local artists’ work to be discovered and made visible through hosting contemporary art exhibitions.

• To provide opportunities for local, interstate and international artists to enrich the artistic and cultural life of Alice Springs through the delivery of high quality contemporary art activities.

• To foster an inclusive creative community of artists who share skills and experiences with each other by accessing the onsite gallery and studio space.

• To offer professional development opportunities for artists including artistic/cultural collaborations and skills development.

• To nurture the full breadth of contemporary art activities including multi-disciplinary art forms, new media and installation work.

Note: All programming decisions are made by the WTS Curatorial Committee. The committee is made up of three to five Alice Springs based artists and arts workers.

Shared studio available

Shared studio available from 1st December

• Shared with one other artist

• 6 month lease

• Size roughly 3 x 4 m

• $85/month

APPLICATION DUE BY SUNDAY 18TH NOV

Artists will need to submit an application via email to wts@wts.org.au including:

1. Name and contact details: phone, email, address, website.

2. Details about artist’s work

3. How artist intends to use the studio, i.e: are they working on a specific project, exploring a concept, experimenting, using a particular media, etc.

4. Length of time artist wishes to lease space

5. Why artist is interested in Watch This Space

6. 3-8 images of artist’s work

Studio Available from 30th July 2018

Applications due
midnight, Monday 9th July

From 30th July WTS will have one studio space available for local artists

6 month lease
Size roughly 3 x 4 m
$155/month

APPLICATION

Artists will need to submit an application via email to wts@wts.org.au

Artists must submit:

• Document (max. 1 page) including:
  1. Name and contact details: phone, email, address, website.
  2. Details about artist’s work
  3. How artist intends to use the studio, i.e: are they working on a specific project, exploring a concept, experimenting, using a particular media, etc.
  4. Length of time artist wishes to lease space
  5. Why artist is interested in Watch This Space
• 3-8 images of artist’s work

SELECTION PROCESS

The WTS Curatorial Committee will assess applications based on the relevance of the artist’s practice to Watch This Space’s aims as a contemporary experimental art space:

• To create opportunities for local artists’ work to be discovered and made visible through hosting contemporary art exhibitions.
• To provide opportunities for local, interstate and international artists to enrich the artistic and cultural life of Alice Springs through the delivery of high quality contemporary art activities.
• To foster an inclusive creative community of artists who share skills and experiences with each other by accessing the onsite gallery and studio space.
• To offer professional development opportunities for artists including artistic/cultural collaborations and skills development.
• To nurture the full breadth of contemporary art activities including multi-disciplinary art forms, new media and installation work.

Note: All programming decisions are made by the WTS Curatorial Committee. The committee is made up of three Alice Springs based artists and arts workers.

Studio Space Available from 26th March

Applications due
midnight, Monday 19th March

From 26th March WTS will have one studio space available for local artists

6 month lease
Size roughly 3 x 4 m
$155/month

APPLICATION

Artists will need to submit an application via email to wts@wts.org.au

Artists must submit:

• Document (max. 1 page) including:
  1. Name and contact details: phone, email, address, website.
  2. Details about artist’s work
  3. How artist intends to use the studio, i.e: are they working on a specific project, exploring a concept, experimenting, using a particular media, etc.
  4. Length of time artist wishes to lease space
  5. Why artist is interested in Watch This Space
• 3-8 images of artist’s work

SELECTION PROCESS

The WTS Curatorial Committee will assess applications based on the relevance of the artist’s practice to Watch This Space’s aims as a contemporary experimental art space:

• To create opportunities for local artists’ work to be discovered and made visible through hosting contemporary art exhibitions.
• To provide opportunities for local, interstate and international artists to enrich the artistic and cultural life of Alice Springs through the delivery of high quality contemporary art activities.
• To foster an inclusive creative community of artists who share skills and experiences with each other by accessing the onsite gallery and studio space.
• To offer professional development opportunities for artists including artistic/cultural collaborations and skills development.
• To nurture the full breadth of contemporary art activities including multi-disciplinary art forms, new media and installation work.

Decision will be finalised and applicants notified of outcome before 23rd March.

Note: All programming decisions are made by the WTS Curatorial Committee. The committee is made up of three Alice Springs based artists and arts workers.

Employment Opportunity: Casual Gallery Assistant wanted!

Apply now! Download the position description

Applications due midnight, Monday 12th March 2018 to wts@wts.org.au

Casual Gallery Assistant Wanted

Watch This Space is looking for a Casual Gallery Assistant to help out our vibrant Artist Run Initiative in Central Australia.

To apply for the position please email your Cover Letter and CV towts@wts.org.au by midnight Sunday 17th September.

Earlier applications are of course preferred.

Approximately 10 hours/ week
$26 / hour

More details about the position here

Position Vacant: Coordinator

Watch this Space is seeking a new Coordinator to run this dynamic contemporary arts organisation. Our 2014 Program is in full swing, and you will be working in an organised and welcoming environment. Read on to find out more!

Click here to download the full position description

Watch This Space is an artist run initiative and the only dedicated contemporary art space in a 1500km radius. We support local and national artists at all stages of their careers through providing exhibition space, artist studios, advice and advocacy. We currently receive three-year funding from the Northern Territory Government through Arts NT, yearly Visual Arts and Craft Strategy funding from the Australia Council, and generate additional income through our operational activities and private donations.

The Coordinator role is an exciting and varied job where you will coordinate all aspects of the exhibition program, special projects, develop new artistic initiatives and oversee all aspects of the art gallery, artist studios and outdoor performance space. You will be working autonomously for most day-to-day tasks. This is an incredibly rewarding role with a high degree of responsibility and the capacity to really contribute to the artistic and cultural life of our region.

The position is 35 hours per week and core working hours onsite at 4/9 George Crescent are Tuesday – Friday 11-5pm, however the remaining hours can be completed at a time that suits you. There is regular evening work involved in this role on average once a fortnight. Entitlements are pro rata and include six weeks annual leave and two weeks personal leave.

For enquiries please contact wts@wts.org.au or 08 8952 1949 during office hours Tue-Fri 11-5pm. Applications close 5pm, Thursday 15 May.