Programme Overview
Studio One Toi Tū is now accepting applications for the 2025 Emerging Artists Residency Programme, an outcomes-focused residency supporting early-career emerging contemporary visual artists/collectives to realise their next significant project or create a new body of work.
Recipients will receive six months of dedicated studio space at Studio One Toi Tū from November 2025 to April 2026, including 24-hour access to facilities, kiln and ceramic facilities, and general workshop tools. An end of residency exhibition will take place from 21 May – 3 June.
This residency programme is designed to support emerging artists while building Studio One Toi Tū's reputation as a vital stepping stone in New Zealand's contemporary arts landscape.
Duration: 6 months (November 2025 - April 2026)
Number of Residents: 2 (one per stream)
Location: Studio One Toi Tū, 1 Ponsonby Road.
To Apply: https://aucklandcouncil.smartygrants.com.au/emerging2025
Programme Identity & Long-term Goals
Vision: To establish Studio One Toi Tū as a recognised stepping stone and pathway for emerging artists in their professional creative journey, building a vibrant community that champions and platforms the artists we support by:
Residency Streams
Stream 1: Ceramics & Sculpture Residency
Focus on three-dimensional practices including ceramics, sculpture, installation, and mixed media works that utilise Studio One Toi Tū 's specialist facilities.
Stream 2: Visual Arts (General) Residency
Open to all contemporary visual arts practices including painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, video, digital arts, and interdisciplinary approaches.
Eligibility Requirements
Essential Criteria:
Selection Criteria
1. Project Feasibility & Quality
2. Artistic Excellence & Professional Development
3. Alignment with Studio One Toi Tū Values and Resource Utilisation
We strongly welcome applications from those who reside in the Waitematā Local Board area and/or identify as Mana Whenua. This is in line with our commitment to honouring Te Tiriti and supporting local communities.
Residency Package
Space & Access
Financial Support
Professional Development
End-of-Residency Exhibition
Venue: Room 10
Dates: 21 May – 3 June 2026
Key Dates & Application Information
EIO submission open: Monday 4 August
Information session & studio visit: Wednesday 20 August 6:30-8pm
EIO submission ends: Monday 15 September
Notification date: All applicants will be notified by mid October of their application outcome.
Enquiries: info@studioone.org.nz or diana.hu@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
To Apply: https://aucklandcouncil.smartygrants.com.au/emerging2025
*Image: Stacey Noel in her studio, 2025