The Maltings launches new artist studio bursaries at Berwick Barracks
Artists across north Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are being invited to apply for a new series of studio bursaries at Berwick Barracks.
Announced by The Maltings (Berwick) Trust, they aim to support artists at any stage of their career by providing dedicated studio space within the historic site – alongside financial and mentoring support.
The three new Artist Studio Bursaries have been made possible through funding from the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority and Northumberland County Council through the Create Berwick programme, alongside support from The Maltings.
Two Standard Studio Bursaries will offer artists free use of a studio for one month between October 2026 and March 2027, support towards the development of their practice and studio use, and two mentoring sessions with The Maltings’ head of visual arts.
In addition, a specialist bursary is being offered in partnership with Berwick Open Studios. This opportunity is designed to support an artist who may not currently have access to a studio or exhibition space.
The Berwick Open Studios bursary includes free use of a studio from September 1 to October 4, 2026, support towards creative development and studio use, and guidance from both The Maltings’ head of visual arts and the Berwick Open Studios project manager.
The artist selected for this bursary will also open their studio to the public during the Berwick Open Studios weekends on September 26 and 27 and October 3 and 4.
James Lowther, head of visual arts at The Maltings, said: “We’re proud to be able to offer these bursaries as part of the continued development of the artist studios at Berwick Barracks.
“The opportunity to have dedicated time and space can make a huge difference to an artist’s practice, whether they are emerging, mid-career or returning to making work in a new way.”
The Maltings already manages five bespoke artist studios on site, supporting a growing community of artists working within the Barracks.
Applications are open and must be submitted by midnight on Sunday, June 28. Successful applicants will be notified by Friday, July 17.
Priority will be given to artists who live and/or work in north Northumberland and the TD10-TD14 postcode areas of the Scottish Borders.
Further information and application forms can be found at www.maltingsberwick.co.uk/artists/artist-residencies