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TORQUAY-BASED paint and textile artist Andrea Shaw has said that a Surf Coast Shire Council creative development grant has allowed her to explore and experiment with her work.<\/p>\n

Shaw was a recipient of the Council Creative Development Grants Program last year, which has seen her maximise creativity and test new boundaries.<\/p>\n

“The grant allowed me time for trialling of new processes and techniques I otherwise might not have, to push my painting practice in new ways,” she said.<\/p>\n

“The support has given me space to test, adapt and refine these approaches, informing both my studio work and the direction of future projects.”<\/p>\n

Shaw encourages fellow local artists to apply for the grant, which can turn artistic aspirations into reality.<\/p>\n

The Creative Development Grants are designed to deliver funding that supports creative practice, enhances professional capability, and fosters sustainable career pathways for artists to strengthen a resilient local creative economy.<\/p>\n

Applications for grants of $3,000 for individuals and $5,000 for creative collectives open on February 1st and close on March 2.<\/p>\n

Shire deputy mayor Tony Phelps added his encouragement for artists to consider applying.<\/p>\n

“If you are a Surf Coast Shire creative with an idea or even an early concept this grant is for you,” he said.<\/p>\n

“This program supports development of ideas and growth of skills, contributing to our inclusive and dynamic creative sector.”<\/p>\n

People in the region can also attend multiple drop-in information sessions throughout February, to provide a clear understanding of the grant and advice around preparing applications.<\/p>\n

For more information, head to surfcoast.vic.gov.au\/creativedevelopmentgrant<\/a> or email the shire’s Arts Development Team via artsteam@surfcoast.vic.gov.au<\/a> or phone 5261 0600.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

TORQUAY-BASED paint and textile artist Andrea Shaw has said that a Surf Coast Shire Council creative development grant has allowed her to explore and experiment with her work. Shaw was a recipient of the Council Creative Development Grants Program last year, which has seen her maximise creativity and test new boundaries. “The grant allowed me […]<\/p>\n

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