House of Stories II - Call for Submissions
After the success of last year’s exhibition,
we’re back for round two!
Lighthouse Arts invites our artist and writer alumni to showcase their work for a summer exhibition at Whibayganba.
Located on the dramatic Nobbys-Whibayganba headland, Lighthouse Arts offers a unique space for artists to immerse themselves in their creative practice. Since we opened our doors, over 550 artists from across Australia and beyond have answered the call to create—whether in a one-week intensive or a more flexible schedule of one day per week over several weeks.
This annual exhibition is all about celebrating the diverse works of the artists who undertake a residency. We’re looking for pieces that reflect the variety of practices and perspectives of our artists—whether it’s a polished masterpiece, a rough sketch, a journal entry, or something in between.
We have space for around 40 pieces (depending on size and our hanging system), we aim to curate an exhibition that reflects the richness of our creative community.
All forms are welcome—be it writing, small studies, works-in-progress, or finished pieces. And, if you’re up for it, we’d love for your works to be available for sale.
Share your story, your way.
Important Dates
Exhibition Dates | Saturday 14 December – Sunday 25 January |
Submissions Open | Monday 21 October |
Submission Close | Friday 22 November |
Notification of Outcome | Wednesday 27 November |
Delivery of Artworks | Saturday 30 November – Sunday 8 December |
Installation Date | Tuesday 10 December |
About Lighthouse Arts
Lighthouse Arts is an initiative of the Hunter Writers’ Centre created to support and promote a healthy, vibrant and diverse creative arts culture in the Hunter region. It offers various programs and spaces for artists and writers to develop their craft, including artist and writer residencies, an exhibition space, and an arts trading store.
This initiative was made possible through funding from City of Newcastle Industry Response Taskforce and with support of the Port Authority of NSW. It serves as both a response to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and a long-term effort to strengthen the arts culture in the Hunter region. The Hunter Writers’ Centre is supported by Create NSW