The HA>NESS Development Grants program is dedicated to fostering the creative and professional progression of emerging artists across various disciplines.
Recognising the challenges faced by emerging creatives, our initiative provides grants of up to $3,000 to eligible final year students and graduates.
“The HA>NESS Development Grant brought abundance and opportunity to my artistic practice. With the gracious support from HA>NESS I was able to achieve things that I had never dreamed of achieving within my career.”
Amelia Watson
2023 Recipient
The HA>NESS Development Grants are designed to empower artists at a pivotal stage in your career, enabling you to kickstart innovative projects or delve into research that informs your work. You may want to refine your artistic practices through workshops, residencies or mentorships. You could also enhance your skills and practice or expand market opportunities.
The HA>NESS Development Grants support a wide range of opportunities such as:
- The creation and realisation of new works
- Research and development of new ideas
- Professional development programs
“During my time in India with KalaKeli, I not only improved my dance skills, but also had revelations about myself as a human being. This has led me to have a completely new outlook on myself, my mental state, and my dance practice in the future. Without support from Helpmann, I wouldn’t have been able to have this life-changing experience at such a crucial time in my life. I now feel that I have a more sustainable, enjoyable, and motivated view of my dance practice, and I cannot wait to see where it leads me in my career.”
Sophie Hollingworth
2023 Recipient
We are committed to nurturing diverse voices within the visual and performing arts communities, ensuring that fresh ideas flourish and contribute meaningfully to the local art scene.
We invite all emerging talents seeking growth and inspiration to apply and transform your vision into reality.
KEY DATES:
Applications open on Monday 30 September 2024
Applications close on Sunday 3 November 2024
For activity occurring between 1 January 2025 to 30 June 2025
HA>NESS Development Grants are supported by HA>NESS Members and the South Australian Government through Arts South Australia.
HA>NESS is proudly supported by LK Law and Macquarie Group. With special thanks to Chris and Christine Guille.
Image: (1) Amelia Watson. Supplied (2) Sophie Hollingworth. Photo by Satya Guatam.