By Aaron Cordy
ARTISTS whose brush strokes capture the magic of Australian landscape are encouraged to apply for the Theodore Urbach Landscape Prize and Studio Scholarship (The Urbach) launched by SAM on Monday.
The Urbach is open to Goulburn Valley or Hume-based Australian Landscape artists. The winner will receive a $5,000 cash prize, and a $5,000 stipend as they undertake a three-month scholarship at SAM’s onsite studio from May 1 to July 31, 2024. Two runners-up will each be awarded $2,500 in recognition of their time and commitment to developing their applications.
“We understand the challenges that artists can face in balancing the pursuit of their craft with the realities of work, life, and even securing appropriate studio space. This is why we’re so thrilled to be introducing this wonderful prize and scholarship to our creative community,” said SAM CEO, Melinda Martin.
The Urbach program is supported by the Theodore Urbach Landscape Painting Scholarship and Prize Charitable Trust. It was established through the will of late philanthropist and arts patron Theodore Urbach, to provide prizes and scholarship opportunities for artists and students working in the field of Australian landscape painting.
Online applications to The Urbach opened on Monday, January 22, and close Thursday, February 29. To view the full eligibility criteria, application process, and program guidelines, visit the SAM website: https://sheppartonartmuseum.com.au/support-get-involved/the-urbach/
