The Sheila Hugh Mackay International Creative Residency is an initiative aimed at the advancement of the careers of professional New Brunswick visual artists. Bursary funds of up to 10,000.00 are made available through this juried program to:
- Encourage artists to develop their skills by giving them access to stimulating new cultural environments
- Promote the exchange of artistic views and contribute to the establishment of lasting ties between artists and international communities
- Support the creation of new work
- Provide access to advanced training
Providing funds for creative exploration is an investment in the professional growth of New Brunswick artists.
Congratulations to past recipients:
2024
Linda Rae Dornan for a residency in Chile
2023
Alisha Arseneault for a residency in Ireland
2022
Julie Forgues for a residency in the Artic Circle
2019
Amanda Fauteux for a residency in United States
2018
Anna Torma for a residency in Italy
2016
Mathieu Léger for a residency in Belgium
Nick Paul for a residency in the USA
Danielle Hogan for a residency in the Spain
2015
Jules Forgues for a residency in Japan
Leah Garnett for a residency in County Cork, Ireland
Mathieu Léger for a residency in Geneva, Switzerland