Applications open 3 March and close at midnight on 30 April 2025.

TAC is a community based multi-arts facility located in Canberra’s south, managing three exhibition spaces, a 110-seat theatre, an art studio and two dance/performance studios. We are looking for bold and exciting ideas from emerging and mid-career artists, groups and curators to deliver exciting solo or group exhibitions in a variety of disciplines and mediums. Applicants are encouraged to deliver a community engagement component to run alongside their exhibition to further enrich or enhance the exhibition experience.

Tuggeranong Arts Centre is pleased to offer successful applicants to the 2026 gallery program up to $1000 remuneration to deliver their solo exhibition and public program. For groups shows with public engagements, artists will be paid $500 each up to a maximum of $2500. A further $200 support for interstate travel or freight costs may also be considered on application.

TAC encourages applications from cross-artform collaborations, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and LGBTIQA+ community members. 

Exhibitions will run for 8 weeks to maximise audience engagement and critical exposure. Successful applicants are provided with:

  • install and curatorial support,

  • catered opening and staff support for public program events,

  • marketing support and collateral design,

  • gallery space invigilation and visitor services.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30 April 2025.

Please note, the application form does not allow you to save it and complete it at a later time. Please ensure you have all of your attachments ready to upload before you start your application.

You will need to have ready:

  • Current CV (if a group show, please include each artists CV)

  • Exhibition Proposal (max 500 words or 3-minute recording)

  • Community Engagement Proposal (max 300 words)

  • Supporting media (max 10 images, videos, or audio)

For further information or should you require access assistance to complete your application please email Exhibitions and Public Program Manager, Ann McMahon at info@tuggeranongarts.com.