It was the walk up to the lighthouse on Awabakal land, bookended by the harbour and the ocean that escorted me up […]

As a writer/illustrator of children’s picture books, I can say this residency made a world of difference to me. My objective was […]

As an American visitor and an art photographer, my residency at Lighthouse Arts was a special opportunity for me to explore new […]

I work primarily in printmaking and drawing, and the week at Lighthouse Arts Newcastle was an amazing opportunity to spend time in […]

After walking around Newcastle East for two days before our week started, inspiration was coursing through my veins … and I decided […]

I am doing a PhD at the University of Newcastle and working on a book-length collection of poems for the creative component […]

The lighthouse was enormously helpful and special for my creative process. Writing in such a unique place, with such stunning views and […]

I tend to respond to the natural environment in art, perhaps because I need more nature generally. I do this by going […]

What a privilege to be invited to spend one day a week in my own creative zone at the Lighthouse cottages on […]

Read the article about Julian’s residency by Australian Galleries. Julian’s testimonial: As a painter of ships and all things maritime, the position […]