The Travel and Mobility Award is designed to enable artists to travel outside of Ireland for the purposes of professional development and networking to facilitate the extension of the international impact of Irish artistic endeavour. It is the most sought after award from An Chomhairile Ealaíon. The award will support a short period of travel outside of Ireland, generally not more than six months. The award may also be sought by those wishing to support a career development initiative such as a mentoring programme, internship, workshop or residency in another country.

The award may also be utilised for ‘inward mobility’ – supporting the travel of an international art professional as a guest in order to see the work of the applicant.

For further information on the criteria, conditions and how to qualify for the award please refer to the Arts Councils guide for individuals to Arts Council Awards, published on the Arts Council website at www.artscouncil.ie

Applications are not subject to a closing date however applications must be received at least four weeks before departure. Applications may be made online at the Supports for Artists website. To receive a user account and details regarding how to access this site, email: travelandmobility[at]artscouncil.ie

The New Work Award is specifically designed to nurture the development and realisation of artist’s works and art forms which extend the boundaries of practice. Projects which involve a high degree of collaboration and/or experimentation are encouraged to apply for this award.

Applications are accepted from both individuals and organisations, and collaborative applications may also be made. The range of funding available for these awards is between EUR 5,000 and EUR 50,000.

For further information on the criteria, conditions and how to quality for the award please refer to the Arts Councils guide for individuals to Arts Council Awards, published on the Arts Council website at www.artscouncil.ie