Arts Queensland has opened applications to its Individuals Fund, providing financial support for Queensland-based artists and art workers to gain professional and career development opportunities.
Minister for the Arts, Leeanne Enoch said it was important to invest in local artists and arts workers, as part of the State’s economic recovery.
“This year, the Individuals Fund has been re-shaped to offer a wider criteria, acknowledging the shift in development and delivery of arts product by including building digital skills, delivering digital work, and purchasing equipment,” Ms Enoch said.
“Funding of up to $7,000 per applicant is available, including $1,000 in equipment purchases, encouraging artists to expand their art, practice and professionalism.”
She said the expanded access meant artists who did not have an ABN could still apply, with a Queensland-based arts or cultural organisation managing the application on the applicant’s behalf.
“Since the onset of COVID-19 the Government has committed to nearly $60 million worth of initiatives, including the $22.5 million Arts and Cultural Recovery Package, to sustain the arts and cultural sector,” Ms Enoch said.
Sunshine Coast musician, Kim Cecile Elton received $5,400 in 2020 through the Individuals Fund to compose, arrange and record her new studio album, Eclectic.
“This recording project was my fourth experience over 10 years in creating and recording my music,” Dr Elton said.
“The project expanded my understanding of the editing process and helped to build my professional approach to project management and working relationships.”
The Individuals Fund is open until 28 March for projects beginning from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022 and can be accessed at this PS News link.
