Project Overview: In the Museum Artist Residency

The In the Museum Artist Residency was a dynamic initiative designed to foster creativity and collaboration between artists and regional museums. This program provided artists with the opportunity to develop new work inspired by museum collections, while simultaneously highlighting the role of museums as cultural and community hubs.

Key features of the residency included:

Creative Development: Artists were encouraged to explore the unique narratives, artifacts, and histories housed within the museums, using them as catalysts for their creative practice.
Community Engagement: A significant component of the residency involved facilitating workshops or presentations, ensuring community members could engage with the artist's process and the resulting work.
Mutual Promotion: This collaboration promoted not only the artist's creative output but also the museums' collections, reinforcing their relevance and accessibility within their communities.

WATER TOWER MUSEUM, GUNNEDAH
Alex Wharton