YEAR 2
2023 Grants Awarded!
What a night! Two $100,000 grants awarded to supports ambitious and unique arts projects
May 4, 2023
What a night to remember!
Last night, we came together as a community at the The Rechabite to celebrate the transformative power of the arts and the positive impact it can have on Western Australian culture. The event saw two among six deserving arts projects awarded $100,000 grants, with the remaining four finalists receiving grants of $10,000.
The first winner of the evening was "The Little Prince - Freeze Frame Opera," together with WA Young Voices (WAYV), who will present a magical opera at the Fremantle Town Hall in November 2023. The second grant of $100,000 was awarded to "Revivification," a project proposed by Guy Ben-Ary and Nathan Thompson to immortalise the great composer "Alvin Lucier" by creating his 'surrogate performer,' a living entity, biologically connected to him, that would keep on creating art as an artwork long after his death.
Guy Ben-Ary and Nathan Thompson from Revivification
Harriet Marshall from Freeze Frame Opera
Arts Impact WA, the collective giving group that promises new money to the sector for unique and ambitious arts projects, launched in November 2021 at the Art Gallery of WA. The initiative, the first of its kind in Australia focused solely on the arts, is underwritten by 25 Founding Champions who have committed up to $10,000 a year for three years. Donors to Arts Impact WA give a minimum of $1,000 annually to contribute towards several $100,000 grants, which are democratically awarded to applicants.
Paul Chamberlain, co-founder and Chair of Arts Impact WA, said, "Here we are in our second year, and we could not be more delighted with the result. What we have already achieved is phenomenal, not only reflecting the generosity of West Australians but our collective passion for the arts. It is great to see the West Australian community embrace this new initiative."
The success of Arts Impact WA and the impact it has had on the Western Australian community is evident from the positive feedback received from the participants. Danielle Freakley, who was awarded $10,000 for her project "Imaginary Friend Archive and Imaginary Friend World," said, "I'm excited about how my project can contribute to the cultural and social fabric of WA, and I'm so grateful for Arts Impact WA's support."
Anton Blume and Theaker von Ziarno, who were awarded $10,000 for their project "Creatura - A World of Story," added, "We are thrilled to be part of Arts Impact WA and to have received this support. It means we can create something truly magical and unique that will bring joy to audiences of all ages."
Arts Impact WA will open to applicants for its third year later this year, providing aspiring WA-based individuals, arts collectives, and small arts organisations from all art disciplines the opportunity to apply for transformational grants.
The event was a resounding success, and the organisers expressed their gratitude towards everyone who participated and supported their initiative. As Paul Chamberlain said, "The establishment of Arts Impact WA provides an opportunity for everyone to come together, ignite new talent, and enable new pathways to grow the WA arts giving sector."
To support Arts Impact WA's mission, tax-deductible donations can be made via the Australian Cultural Fund. The initiative welcomes donations from philanthropists, foundations, organisations, and local people who are passionate about enriching the West Australian community through local arts and culture.
What a night to remember!
Last night, we came together as a community at the The Rechabite to celebrate the transformative power of the arts and the positive impact it can have on Western Australian culture. The event saw two among six deserving arts projects awarded $100,000 grants, with the remaining four finalists receiving grants of $10,000.
The first winner of the evening was "The Little Prince - Freeze Frame Opera," together with WA Young Voices (WAYV), who will present a magical opera at the Fremantle Town Hall in November 2023. The second grant of $100,000 was awarded to "Revivification," a project proposed by Guy Ben-Ary and Nathan Thompson to immortalise the great composer "Alvin Lucier" by creating his 'surrogate performer,' a living entity, biologically connected to him, that would keep on creating art as an artwork long after his death.
Guy Ben-Ary and Nathan Thompson from Revivification
Harriet Marshall from Freeze Frame Opera
Arts Impact WA, the collective giving group that promises new money to the sector for unique and ambitious arts projects, launched in November 2021 at the Art Gallery of WA. The initiative, the first of its kind in Australia focused solely on the arts, is underwritten by 25 Founding Champions who have committed up to $10,000 a year for three years. Donors to Arts Impact WA give a minimum of $1,000 annually to contribute towards several $100,000 grants, which are democratically awarded to applicants.
Paul Chamberlain, co-founder and Chair of Arts Impact WA, said, "Here we are in our second year, and we could not be more delighted with the result. What we have already achieved is phenomenal, not only reflecting the generosity of West Australians but our collective passion for the arts. It is great to see the West Australian community embrace this new initiative."
The success of Arts Impact WA and the impact it has had on the Western Australian community is evident from the positive feedback received from the participants. Danielle Freakley, who was awarded $10,000 for her project "Imaginary Friend Archive and Imaginary Friend World," said, "I'm excited about how my project can contribute to the cultural and social fabric of WA, and I'm so grateful for Arts Impact WA's support."
Anton Blume and Theaker von Ziarno, who were awarded $10,000 for their project "Creatura - A World of Story," added, "We are thrilled to be part of Arts Impact WA and to have received this support. It means we can create something truly magical and unique that will bring joy to audiences of all ages."
Arts Impact WA will open to applicants for its third year later this year, providing aspiring WA-based individuals, arts collectives, and small arts organisations from all art disciplines the opportunity to apply for transformational grants.
The event was a resounding success, and the organisers expressed their gratitude towards everyone who participated and supported their initiative. As Paul Chamberlain said, "The establishment of Arts Impact WA provides an opportunity for everyone to come together, ignite new talent, and enable new pathways to grow the WA arts giving sector."
To support Arts Impact WA's mission, tax-deductible donations can be made via the Australian Cultural Fund. The initiative welcomes donations from philanthropists, foundations, organisations, and local people who are passionate about enriching the West Australian community through local arts and culture.
What a night to remember!
Last night, we came together as a community at the The Rechabite to celebrate the transformative power of the arts and the positive impact it can have on Western Australian culture. The event saw two among six deserving arts projects awarded $100,000 grants, with the remaining four finalists receiving grants of $10,000.
The first winner of the evening was "The Little Prince - Freeze Frame Opera," together with WA Young Voices (WAYV), who will present a magical opera at the Fremantle Town Hall in November 2023. The second grant of $100,000 was awarded to "Revivification," a project proposed by Guy Ben-Ary and Nathan Thompson to immortalise the great composer "Alvin Lucier" by creating his 'surrogate performer,' a living entity, biologically connected to him, that would keep on creating art as an artwork long after his death.
Guy Ben-Ary and Nathan Thompson from Revivification
Harriet Marshall from Freeze Frame Opera
Arts Impact WA, the collective giving group that promises new money to the sector for unique and ambitious arts projects, launched in November 2021 at the Art Gallery of WA. The initiative, the first of its kind in Australia focused solely on the arts, is underwritten by 25 Founding Champions who have committed up to $10,000 a year for three years. Donors to Arts Impact WA give a minimum of $1,000 annually to contribute towards several $100,000 grants, which are democratically awarded to applicants.
Paul Chamberlain, co-founder and Chair of Arts Impact WA, said, "Here we are in our second year, and we could not be more delighted with the result. What we have already achieved is phenomenal, not only reflecting the generosity of West Australians but our collective passion for the arts. It is great to see the West Australian community embrace this new initiative."
The success of Arts Impact WA and the impact it has had on the Western Australian community is evident from the positive feedback received from the participants. Danielle Freakley, who was awarded $10,000 for her project "Imaginary Friend Archive and Imaginary Friend World," said, "I'm excited about how my project can contribute to the cultural and social fabric of WA, and I'm so grateful for Arts Impact WA's support."
Anton Blume and Theaker von Ziarno, who were awarded $10,000 for their project "Creatura - A World of Story," added, "We are thrilled to be part of Arts Impact WA and to have received this support. It means we can create something truly magical and unique that will bring joy to audiences of all ages."
Arts Impact WA will open to applicants for its third year later this year, providing aspiring WA-based individuals, arts collectives, and small arts organisations from all art disciplines the opportunity to apply for transformational grants.
The event was a resounding success, and the organisers expressed their gratitude towards everyone who participated and supported their initiative. As Paul Chamberlain said, "The establishment of Arts Impact WA provides an opportunity for everyone to come together, ignite new talent, and enable new pathways to grow the WA arts giving sector."
To support Arts Impact WA's mission, tax-deductible donations can be made via the Australian Cultural Fund. The initiative welcomes donations from philanthropists, foundations, organisations, and local people who are passionate about enriching the West Australian community through local arts and culture.
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