Guildhouse invites applications for the 2025–2026 Collections Project at Fabrik – a prestigious residency that merges creative innovation with cultural legacy in one of South Australia’s most evocative sites: the former Onkaparinga Woollen Mill, now known as Fabrik.
This sought-after initiative offers South Australian artists, designers, and craftspeople the chance to immerse themselves in the rich layers of Fabrik’s collection – spanning historical artefacts, textile traditions, and living community stories – and to create a bold new body of work in response. The culmination of the residency will be a solo exhibition in February 2026, set within the transformed industrial heart of the Adelaide Hills.
It’s a rare chance not only to create, but to reflect, research, and reimagine — all while situated in an environment where history and contemporary practice are intricately interwoven. This is not just a studio residency; it’s a deep-dive into South Australia’s cultural and material heritage, with the full backing of Guildhouse’s expert guidance and professional support.
Partnering with Fabrik, the project offers a uniquely textured platform. Here, fabric tells stories, and threads connect generations. Sustainability, culture, and creativity all converge in a space where your voice – and your art – can truly resonate.
What’s on offer
- A paid residency supporting deep creative research and development
- Exclusive access to Fabrik’s cultural collections and on-site support
- A professionally supported solo exhibition in February 2026
- Professional documentation, catalogue publication, and public engagement programs
- Connection to a network of peers, curators, and industry collaborators
Are you eligible to apply?
To apply, artists must:
- Reside in South Australia
- Be a current Guildhouse financial member (Community or Accredited). If you’re not a member, you can become one by simply heading here.
- Hold current public liability insurance
If you’re a South Australian artist ready to explore the intersection of heritage and innovation, this is your moment to leave a mark that threads the past with the future. Applications are now open – head to guildhouse.org.au/membership
