The Marten Bequest scholarships offer talented young artists the chance to explore, study and develop their artistic gifts through travelling either interstate and/or overseas.
In 2027, the scholarships will provide financial support for the disciplines of architecture, ballet, prose, sculpture and singing.
In 2028, the scholarships will provide financial support for the disciplines of acting, instrumental music, painting and poetry.
Your application must clearly show how you will use the funds over the duration of the two-year scholarship.
Scholarships are each worth $50,000, payable in quarterly instalments over two years.
Applicants must be Australian citizens, and aged 21–35 years at closing date (17–35 years for ballet only).
Scholarship funds can be used to assist with structured study programs, professional training courses and mentor programs. Professional development may also take the form of self-directed travel, independent research or working from a studio or a residency overseas. These activities can take place in Australia and overseas.
You may also participate in online opportunities; however, the majority of the scholarship funds should support travel to access those opportunities.
Scholarships are paid in quarterly instalments over two years. Your application should include a program of activities that take place between June 2027 and June 2029.
Applications close February 2, 2027. For more information, click here.