See It Local
As part of its See It Live program, Rockhampton Regional Council is launching See It Local, a new creative development and artist incubator program designed to help local artists bring new ideas to life. Running from 2026 to 2028, the program provides the support, resources and connections needed to develop and grow local artistic work.
See It Local will support local artists, arts workers, collectives, and small arts organisations across the Rockhampton Region to access professional mentoring, creative spaces, technical resources, and financial support to create, test, and develop new work.
Whether you're exploring a new idea, developing an existing work, or building your artistic practice, See It Local provides a pathway to grow your project and connect with future presentation opportunities.
What is the purpose of this program?
The program aims to support artists to:
- Develop new creative work
- Strengthen artistic and professional skills
- Build relationships with audiences and community
- Create pathways toward future employment and presentation opportunities
- Contribute to a thriving local arts and cultural sector
Why apply?
Successful participants may receive:
- Support to identify and pursue project funding opportunities
- Access to rehearsal and development spaces
- Professional mentoring and industry support
- Technical equipment and resources
- Marketing assistance
- Networking opportunities with artists and industry professionals
- Opportunities to test, showcase, and strengthen new work
Who can apply?
See It Local welcomes applications from the following in the Rockhampton Region:
- Individual artists
- Arts workers
- Artist collectives
- Small local arts organisations
- Creative businesses
Ready to develop your next creative project?
Apply for the See It Local incubator program and gain the support, resources and connections needed to bring your artistic idea to life.
Find out how to apply