Join Multicultural Arts Victoria for an online information session designed to guide artists and creatives through the upcoming Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the City of Ballarat's Empty Plinth project. This session is ideal for early-career and established artists alike, and will walk you through everything you need to know to prepare a strong submission.

We’ll cover:

The project goals, vision and broader context
EOI eligibility, required materials and selection criteria
Key timelines, milestones and what to expect
Mentorship opportunities and the support MAV provides
Site logistics, permits and working with the City of Ballarat
Where to find resources, contacts and how to apply

What to Expect in the Session

Across the hour, we’ll step through each component of the process with space for your questions:

Welcome & Introductions – setting context and session objectives
Project Overview (10 mins) – goals, location, budget and EOI timelines
Selection Criteria Deep-Dive (10 mins) – how applications are assessed and how to align your submission
Site & Logistics (5–7 mins) – permits, installation windows and technical considerations
Mentorship & Support (5 mins) – MAV’s role and guidance through Stage 2
Q&A (15–20 mins) – open discussion and audience questions
Next Steps & Resources (5 mins) – where to find forms, FAQs and key contacts
Close (2 mins) – recap and thank you

This session is designed to give you clarity, confidence and practical tools to submit your strongest EOI.

We look forward to supporting you in the application process.

The Ballarat Empty Plinth Project is being administered by MAV in collaboration with the City of Ballarat. MAV and City of Ballarat acknowledges the traditional custodians of the City of Ballarat; the Wadawurrung and to the North of the municipality the Dja Dja Wurrung Peoples, and recognise their continuing connection to the land and waterways.

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