Artists in Residence | Australian Tapestry Workshop

The ATW offers artists and craftspeople working with textiles the chance to broaden their practice in our world-renowned residency program. Each year, Artists in Residence immerse themselves in our vibrant studio – exchanging knowledge and skills with our tapestry weavers and engaging with local communities through the exhibition of their works, artist talks and workshops.

The 2025 Artists in Residence are:
Kayla Powers (USA) International Artist Residency & Hancock Fellowship
Deanne Gilson (Wadawurrung) Regional Artist Residency
Sophie Honess (Gamilaroi Yinarr) First People’s Residency
Sangeeta Sandrasegar (VIC) Open Call Residency
Jacqueline Stojanović (VIC) Open Call Residency
Rosie O’Brien (VIC) Arts Project Australia Residency

These artists are eager to connect with the local art, textile, and design community in the City of Port Phillip and wider Melbourne. They will be available to share their expertise through discussions with visitors, schools, and community groups, as well as by offering workshops and open studio talks. We invite you to reach out and explore opportunities to collaborate or engage with them during their residencies.

The ATW Artist in Residence program is generously supported by Creative Victoria, the City of Port Phillip and Alayne Davies through the Irene Davies International Residency Scholarship and Arts Project Australia through the ATW x APA Residency. Supported by the Tapestry Foundation of Australia, the Hancock Fellowship was established to bring international artists in tapestry, textile and design to visit the ATW and share their expertise through a solo exhibition and lecture whilst promoting contemporary art and creative industries in Australia. Irene Davies Residency Scholarships: The Regional Artist Residency and the First People’s Artist Residency are generously supported by Alayne Davies in memory of her mother Irene Davies and support artists to attend the ATW residencies through assistance with travel and accommodation.