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Visual Arts: Industry resources

An overview of the library resources and services relevant to all the visual arts (including glass/glazing, graphic design, illustration, jewellery)
This page lists relevant industry organisations and associations; most of these are relevant to all visual arts disciplines, however, specific areas have also been included.

ArtsHub

ArtsHub logo

ArtsHub is Australia's leading independent online resource dedicated to the world of the arts with information on news, jobs, grants and events. Full access to ArtsHub is available on campus. To obtain full access remotely, Melbourne Polytechnic students and staff will need to register. For more details see the ArtsHub guide.

Job boards/Directories

Job Boards/Directories

Legal & Copyright

Government information and funding for artists:

Visual Arts

Organisations for specific disciplines

Glass/Glazing

Jewellery

Graphic Design 

Illustration

Links in PDFs checked & updated 25 November 2024

Check out the below funding opportunities to get ideas. This is by no means a complete list of available opportunities
TIP: subscribe to funding bodies for updates on funding rounds & important dates

Visual Arts Grants/Fellowships

William Fletcher Foundation

Prizes based in VIC:

 

You may be able to apply for other interstate or international art prizes. Check ArtsHub for other opportunities.

       

General Arts Grants/Fellowships

Regional Arts Victoria logo

 

Arts Access Victoria  
Don't forget your local council will usually have arts grants as well. ArtsHub also provides listings of available funding opportunities.

 

Residencies

Look up available artist residencies in over 70 countries.

Fundraising opportunities 

 

Australian Cultural Fund