About the Opportunity
We have four different opportunities for 2027. Read through each brief and see which one aligns with your practice.
1. International Women’s Day / Women’s Health
We are looking for artwork that recognises Endometriosis Month and/or International Women’s Day 2027. This opportunity is for women-identifying artists and creatives. We invite you to create an installation that shares women’s lived experiences. Your work might explore health, identity, achievements, power, choice or independence. We are looking for work that tells a clear story and shows strong artistic skill.
Dates:
Install: 12:30pm Monday, 15 February
On Show: 9am Tuesday, 16 February
Deinstall: 9:30am Monday 24 March
Applications Close: 5pm 30 November 2026
2. Side Quest – Pop Culture (Capsule and Projectors)
This opportunity will be shown during Side Quest, our pop culture expo. We are looking for creatives to make work that connects with the event. Your work might include gaming, comics, visual art, animation, film or another pop culture practice. You can present work in the Capsule Art Space, on the Zone Projectors, or both. Your work must be high quality and suitable for the equipment and space.
The Zone Projectors:
There are two projectors in the space to present either a single work or two works. The projectors have sound capability and high resolution output. Ideal for digital images, photography, animation and film.
Dates:
Install: 12:30pm Monday 23 March
On Show: 9am Tuesday 24 March
Deinstall: 9:30am 10 May
Applications Close: 5pm 30 November 2026
3. Celebrating Science Week
We are looking for artwork to connect with Science Week 2027 and our gallery exhibition about climate change. This opportunity is for artists and creatives whose work explores science, technology, climate or the natural world. Your work can use any medium, subject or materials. We are looking for work that is visually engaging and sparks curiosity for visitors.
Dates:
Install: 12:30pm Tuesday 13 July
On Show: 9am Wednesday 14 July
Deinstall: 9:30am Monday 23 August
Applications Close: 5pm 29 March 2027
4. Sharing LGBTIQA+ Experiences
This opportunity is for young creatives whose work shares or explores LGBTIQA+ experiences, stories or ideas. Your work can be about any subject and use any medium. It may include lived experience, advocacy, celebration, identity or community. We are looking for work that is thoughtful, visually engaging and shows strong artistic skill.
Dates:
Install: 12:30pm Monday 23 August
On Show 9am Tuesday 24 August
Deinstall: 9:30am Wednesday 29 September
Applications Close: 5pm 29 March 2027
About the Space
The Capsule Art Space is a large display window located in a prominent position in the foyer of the Cardinia Cultural Centre. The glass front opens in four sections, making it easy to access the space for installation. Once your artwork is installed, the display can be securely locked for the duration of the exhibition.
The Capsule is the following size:
188cm H x 420cm W
26cm D (ends) 34cm D (centre)
The space includes lighting and a row of small ceiling hooks that can be used to hang artwork. The back wall cannot be drilled into, but artworks can be attached using approved adhesive products such as Blu Tack or 3M tabs. Please discuss your installation needs with the Arts Team.
We will provide:
• Curatorial support, guidance and manage the installation with you
• A $500 artist fee payable on installation of the work
• Marketing via out website and social media
About You
Our ideal creatives:
• Are aged 25 years or under
• Have a connection to Cardinia through living, working, studying, or spending time in the area (preferred but not essential)
• May identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), Deaf, or disabled. We strongly encourage applications from people with these lived experiences.
• Have a clear creative idea and the ability to deliver a high-quality artwork
• Will consider the public facing nature of the site and create artwork that is suitable for a public space and can be enjoyed safely by visitors of all ages.
How to Apply
1. Read though the four opportunities to work out which one you will apply for. You will need to provide an explanation as to how your idea will meet the brief.
2. Complete the application form here
3. If you would prefer to apply by submitting a video, please email your application to arts@cardinia.vic.gov.au
4. If you would like to speak to someone about your applying or have any questions or access needs, please contact Bronwyn Ward arts@cardinia.vic.gov.au or call 5943 4936
Image credit: Symbiosis, Sona Kocharyan, 2026