THE FARM MARGARET RIVER

General information

Brief description of organisation

The Farm Margaret River is located 3 hours south of Perth, Western Australia in the Beautiful Margaret River Region.

Margaret River is a small town, known for its craft breweries, surrounding wineries, beaches and famous surf breaks that line the coast.

It is a working farm that has transformed existing buildings, such as the hay and machinery sheds, into working studios.

The property is nestled amongst a rural community that is interested in holistic and sustainable living practices.

For more information please visit: www.thefarmmargaretriver.com.au

Brief description of residency program

Our project aims to bring together artists and agri-culturalists who are focused on developing projects that are rooted in country, in the soil, air and water of this specific location. We offer residencies for large scale and long term projects, and our studios are available for short term use.

We have a number of artist studios that are available for both short and long term stays. These studios are available in conjunction with our Artist in Residence program, and are open to artists and agriculturalists from both Australia and overseas. The Farm Margaret River has an emphasis on land art, however, all mediums are supported and considered upon application.

Chris Booth was the Artist in Residence from March through to April of 2017.

The renowned New Zealand environmental sculptor, worked onsite creating a Kinetic Living Sculpture at The Farm. His sculpture, Goorbal Beela, is a site-specific, culturally-sensitive installation, composed mostly of stone and organic materials. It was informed following engagement with the Indigenous custodians and research into the natural history of the area.

Disciplines and media

• Visual Art
• Sculpture
• Ceramics
• Performing Arts
• Music
• New Media
• Animation
• Printmaking
• Architecture
• Land art, photography, painting

Type of organisation

• Independent Association/Foundation

Residency conditions

Duration of residencies

• 2 weeks

Number of artists resident at one time

2

Companions allowed

• Partners

Expenses paid by artist

• Travel
• Supplies
• Food

Expectations of the artist

• Presentation
• Exhibition

Application who/how

Digital Application

Presentation of artists' work

Arranged on a case-by-case basis

Description of residency

Setting

Rural. The Farm Margaret River is located between Margaret River and Gracetown on a tributary that feeds into Ellen Brook

Resources

• Office
• Kitchen
• Painting studio the great outdoors

Number of studios

2

Type and size of studios

Private Studio

Accomodation

• Private Cabin/House

Wheelchair

Wheelchair accessible studios and accomodation.

Working language(s)

• English

Other activities happening at the space

• Workshops
• Presentation
• Exhibitions

How to reach

By plane

Closest major airport is Perth, Western Australia.

By car

The Farm Margaret River is extremely accessible, and is located just 5 minutes from the town of Margaret River, and 3 hours from Perth.

Nearest airport

Perth Airport