Applications are invited from artists and creative practitioners working across all art forms for studio vacancies in January 2027 at the Hunt Club Community & Arts Centre in Deer Park.

The Brimbank Art Spaces studio program provide artists with affordable studio space and the opportunity to develop their practice, connect with other creatives and be part of Brimbank’s arts community.

The studio is located on the first floor of the Hunt Club Community & Arts Centre, one of the few significant nineteenth-century buildings in the City of Brimbank. The studio features period detail and good natural light, with access to water, a shared kitchen and toilet facilities.

Three of the five affordable artist studios at the Hunt Club Community & Arts Centre are currently available to emerging and established artists for a period of 1–2 years. Studios are approximately $35.70 per week, including electricity and Wi-Fi and is subject to annual increase.

Artists based in Melbourne’s west are encouraged to apply, particularly those seeking an affordable and supportive creative environment. Joint applications from individuals or a group of artists willing to share the space are welcome.

Please download and read the program guidelines for the Hunt Club:
Brimbank Art Spaces Studio Guidelines 2026 - Deer Park Art Spaces

For further information or to discuss the application process, please contact the Art Spaces Officer on 9249 4397.

Applications open on Thursday 1 October, 9am
Applications close on Friday 30 October, 5pm


If you require a PDF or physical copy please contact artspaces@brimbank.vic.gov.au

Application Form

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Max. 1 A4 Page

Which best describes your artistic practice? *
What will be the primary creative discipline involved in this residency? *

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Description of work, conceptual framework, media, nature of work

What are you planning to do during your time in the studio? What will you explore and how? (MAX 300 words)

What do you hope to get out of your time in the studio? (MAX 300 words)

Resident Artists are encouraged to contribute to the arts and cultural program of the Art Spaces program, or Brimbank more broadly. This could be through an exhibition, workshops/artist talks (fee for service), for example.

Outline how you could potentially contribute to the program, and list relevant skills and experience if applicable.

Eg. light, special requirements, accessibility, access to water. Please list any further resources or information that you would like us to consider providing in support of your project. If you have none, please enter "N/A"

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Application from available from Thursday 1 October, 9am

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