Bilpin International Ground for Creative Initiatives (BigCi) Artist Residency in Bilpin, Australia — Reviews & Info
Artists across various disciplines are invited to apply for a residency program to engage in professional development and explore their projects in a natural setting near Sydney, Australia.
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- Location
- Bilpin, near Sydney, Australia; on the edge of Wollemi National Park.
About
Overview
Bilpin International Ground for Creative Initiatives (BigCi) is an independent, artist-run, not-for-profit residency program located on the edge of Wollemi National Park, near Sydney, Australia. Established by artist Rae Bolotin and environmentalist Yuri Bolotin, it provides a nurturing environment for artists across various disciplines to engage in professional development and explore their projects, especially those focusing on environmental or ecological themes.
Who Can Apply
Open to visual artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, and other creative professionals. Individuals and groups are encouraged to apply.
Disciplines
- Installation
- Painting
- Photography
- Sculpture
- Multidisciplinary work
Facilities
Large studios, common areas, and accommodation options including the Art Shed, the Barn, or the House.
Program Features
Residencies culminate in an Open Day where artists present their work to the public. Artists have opportunities to participate in bushwalks and learn about the area's unique biodiversity. BigCi offers a range of residencies throughout the year.
Professional Opportunities
- Group Exhibition
- Artist Talk
- Workshop
- Theme
- Projects focusing on environmental or ecological themes are particularly encouraged, with the natural surroundings serving as inspiration for creative exploration.
- Eligibility
- Open to visual artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, and other creative professionals; individuals and groups encouraged to apply.
- Audience
- Open to visual artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, and other creative professionals.
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