Following on from our successful pilot program in Macclesfield, Make Believe Dream Create in Kanmantoo is proudly supported by Mount Barker District Council as part of its Arts Plan 2022–2027.

This residency offers professional artists a unique opportunity to develop their creative practice in a dedicated, rent-free studio space at Kanmantoo Hall —a spacious and picturesque, heritage-listed hall built in 1864, in the beautiful little village of Kanmantoo.

The program is open to emerging, mid-career and established artists from across Australia and from all disciplines who either live in the region, or whose project has strong local connections.

Residencies can run for two, four or six weeks with artists working in the Kanmantoo Hall at least three days per week. Each residency will conclude with the artist sharing their work (or work in progress) with the public through an exhibition, performance, workshop, or talk.

Through this residency, Council aims to nurture artistic development while enriching our communities with visible, accessible creative practice.

Read the program guidelines and frequently asked questions below for more information or contact Arts Officer Sally Hardy via phone on 08 8393 6460 or email shardy@mountbarker.sa.gov.au.

Guidelines & FAQs - Artists in Residence Program

Apply now