Exhibitions and Creative Pathways Program EOI 2026

Sarah Berry, Pink Canopy, 2023, Installation view

Perie Whitfield, Victory Gardens, 2023

Luna Ryan, Medicine and Poison, 2023

The Exhibition and Creative Pathways Program (ECCP) includes:

An 8-10 week exhibition at either Arts Centre Warburton or The Memo Healesville 
Professional mentorship and guidance from the Regional Exhibitions Officer (REO) in delivering a project/exhibition 
An exhibition opening or closing event 
The ability to host x1 ticketed program/event/activation (with in-kind venue hire), such as a: 
 - Workshop 
 - Artist talk 
 - Book launch  
 - School holiday program 
 - Lecture  
 - Performance 
 - Screening 
 - Panel discussion 
Residency  
Marketing support across Culture Tracks channels 
Professional installation  
No exhibition fees or commission on sales (all sales must go directly through the exhibiting artist) 
Exhibition review & letter of support from the REO (if required) 

Selection Criteria 

Anyone who lives, works or plays in the Yarra Ranges can apply to the ECCP Program; however, priority will be given to projects that: 

- Present a coherent body of work that is of a high visual and conceptual quality and that articulates a theme, idea, premise, narrative, historical or contemporary issue. 
-  Give representation to: 
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and communities 
- LGBTIQA+ artists 
- Creatives who identify as neurodivergent, or have a lived experience of mental or physical illness or disability  
- Contribute to an overall program which achieves a balance of gender equity, cultural and linguistic diversity and engages a broad age range. 
- Demonstrate strong audience engagement, community focus and public program opportunities. 
- Are funded through the YRC Community Arts and Heritage Grants Fund. 
- Clearly demonstrate how the artist / creative would use this opportunity to progress or develop their art practice. 

How to apply 

APPLICATIONS OPEN AT 9AM ON FRIDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER
If you require assistance, please contact the Regional Exhibitions Officer at exhibitions@yarraranges.vic.gov.au. 
A link to the application form will be posted closer to the date. 

Key Dates 

EOI Opens – 9am, Friday 5th September  

Online Information session – 6pm, Tuesday 16th September 

EOI Closes – 5pm, Sunday 5th October 

FAQ 

Do I have to be a resident of the Yarra Ranges to apply? 
No! Anyone who lives, works or plays in the Yarra Ranges is eligible to apply. This can include membership at sporting clubs, social affiliations and projects undertaken in the region. 

What supporting documentation do I need? 
Please submit a copy of your CV, letters of support and example images with your application. 

I'm not sure which space I prefer; can I apply to both? 
You can only have an exhibition at one of our cultural venues. If you aren't sure of which venue, you would prefer you can select 'flexible' on the application form.  

Do I have to have an idea for a public program/workshop/event as part of my application? 
The ECPP program is centred around activating our cultural venues. Applications that highlight unique ways to engage visitors will be looked upon favourably. This can include a: 

- Workshop 
- Artist talk 
- Book launch  
- School holiday program 
- Lecture  
- Performance 
- Screening 
- Panel discussion 
- Residency  

Information Pack 

Download the 2026 ECCP Information Pack here(PDF, 346KB)

I need help with my application, who can I talk to? 
If you need help with your application, please reach out to the Regional Exhibitions Officer, Tyler Meredith on exhibitions@yarraranges.vic.gov.au

Example installations from previous Regional Exhibitions Program

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