OPEN CALL // 4A LAB EMERGING DIGITAL ARTIST PROGRAM

We are calling out for emerging digital artist(s) from Australia to apply for this opportunity to exhibit at 4A LAB. This opportunity prioritises research and art which are grounded in new media practice, burgeoning technology and change. Works and projects proposed should be both experimental and innovative, capable of reflecting the evolving nature of our physical and virtual worlds.

In honour of the late Australian artist Laurens Tan (1950 - 2025), this initiative aims to integrate, expand upon and develop the lineage of digital and new media art practice, as pioneered by Tan and his practice. It aims to center digital multimedia artists utilising new technologies in their creative process and modes of presentation within a gallery context.

Quick brief program info:
📅Two opportunities available (late 2026 and early 2027)
📅8 exhibition days in 4A LAB
💰$1,000 artist fee and $500 material fee
💰12% superannuation contribution based on artist fee
💪Professional and curatorial support from 4A staff
💪Professional support from installers

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Call opens: 17 July, Friday
Closing date: 10 August, Monday - 5:00pm AEST
Assessment period: 10 - 16 August 2026
Target result announcement: 17 August 2026

4A are an equal opportunity organisation and encourage applications from First Nations, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, Asian diaspora, POC, Queer & Gender diverse folk, people with disabilities and marginalised communities. 4A also considers ‘emerging’ to include not only younger artists, but those new to the arts sector or artists transitioning to a new medium.

More information and application form: https://forms.gle/5mST6kRymp55JZbY8

Laurens Tan was an early supporter of 4A and also a past Board member. We are grateful to his family for the support of this program.