Residencies / Verified 2 September 2026
BR Whiting Studio Residency offers free studio space in Rome for Australian citizens or permanent residents working on literature projects. Residencies run 1, 3, or 6 months. Deadline: September 15, 2026.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 15, 2026
“Applications close Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 3:00pm (AEST). Must register in application management system minimum two business days prior.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. Residency in Rome for 1, 3, or 6 months
“$6,500 (1 month), $15,000 (3 months), or $27,500 (6 months). Studio apartment in Rome with furnished living/bedroom, kitchen, library annex, terrace, washing machine, internet, and printer. Residents pay for cleaning materials.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. 1 month (9–10 April 2028), 3 months (9 December 2027–6 March 2028), or 6 months (17 April–9 October 2028). Exact dates indicative only.
Who can apply. Australian citizens or permanent residents only. Must be a practicing artist or arts worker working on a literature project. Individuals only (not groups/organisations). Cannot apply if you have an overdue grant report, owe money to Creativ
How they choose.
“Industry advisors and Creative Australia staff assess applications on Quality (artistic practice and proposal vision), Viability (feasibility and planning), and Impact (career development and professional networks). Highly competitive. All applicants notified early December 2026.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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