Residenza artistica Confluence

Confluence is a new artist residency designed to support and mentor future generations of diverse early years artists. Led by Magic Acorns as part of their Sustain project and funded by Arts Council England, the residency will run in Great Yarmouth between March and May 2027. Two mid‑career, multidisciplinary artists are invited to work alongside babies, toddlers, families and early years practitioners, receiving up to 10 days of studio time, four professional development workshops, mentorship from Magic Acorns directors, a bursary of up to £4,050, support for access requirements, and opportunities for a final exhibition/performance and professional video documentation. Applications are accepted in two stages, with an Expression of Interest deadline on 25 October 2026. No prior early‑years experience is required.

Collaboration with Magic Acorns, up to 10 days studio time, 4 days professional development workshops, mentorship, bursary up to £4,050, support for access requirements, final exhibition/performance, professional video documentation.

Open to two mid‑career, multidisciplinary artists (mid‑career stage). No prior early‑years experience required.