Are you a young, aspiring creative living in Knowsley? Make is offering a unique opportunity to secure dedicated studio space, receive some financial support, and develop your practice as part of This Place, This Stage’s Creative Residency at Make Huyton Village!
We’re inviting three talented young creatives to join our vibrant community for a 12-month residency. This is your chance to turn your passions into something more!
The Opportunity Awaits
We are offering three individuals (aged 16–25) a one-year residency at our thriving hub in the heart of Huyton.
Key Details:
- Duration: 12 months
- Location: Make Huyton Village (47-49 Derby Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 9UQ)
What You Will Receive:
- Dedicated Shared Workspace: Complimentary shared studio space at Make Huyton Village for one year (a value of £1,600).
- Financial Support: A £200 stipend to subsidise local travel expenses for the year.
- Mentorship: Support and guidance from Make’s Community & Project Manager.
- Professional Development: Tailored workshops and masterclasses to develop your skills.
- Part of a movement: A chance for networking, collaboration, and professional development opportunities as part of the wider This Place, This Stage project.
- Final Showcase: Access to funds and support to host an end of residency event to showcase the work you create on the project!
Above: studio space of current artist in residence, Jasmine Lockett.
💡 Who We Are Looking For
Whether you’re a beginner or already on your way, we want to hear from you! You could be a maker, artist, photographer, designer, illustrator, videographer, theatre-maker, musician or even just figuring out what you’re interested in – all disciplines are welcome. The residency is centred around ideas of home, identity, community, heritage and shared histories.
Your work can be made as a hobby, it doesn’t have to be professionally produced!
We are looking for individuals who:
- Are aged 16–25.
- Either live or are based in Knowsley.
- Are driven and eager to develop their creativity and career.
Take a look at our recent update blog to see what the current residency have been up to: read it here
🏘️ About Make Huyton Village
Make Huyton Village is more than just a workspace; it’s a creative ecosystem! Located in the heart of Huyton, the space offers private studios and shared areas for the Knowsley creative community. Residents benefit from 24/7 access and get to utilise our cutting-edge Innovation Lab for experimentation with making and product design. Join a vibrant, supportive hub of creativity!
Above: work in progress and design ideas by artist in residence, Emily Edwards.
📝 How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your creative journey? We want to see your passion and potential!
To apply for the residency, please complete the following two steps:
- Fill out the Google Form here:This Place, This Stage Creative Residency – Application Form
- The form includes questions about what you enjoy making and why this opportunity matters to you.
- Send examples of your work to hello@makecic.org with the subject line ‘Make Huyton Creative Residency’
Examples of work can include photographs, drawings, sketches, videos, audio, or writing. Remember, it doesn’t have to be professionally produced—we want to see what you enjoy creating!
- Application Deadline: Sunday 13th September at 11:59pm.
- In-person Interviews: Monday 21st September to Wednesday 30th September (exact dates TBC)
Above: artists in residence Jasmine Lockett & Faye Wilson in a masterclass at the Innovation Lab at Make Huyton Village.
Accessibility
We are committed to making this opportunity accessible. If you choose to submit your work, or have questions, via voice note or short video, please send them directly to hello@makecic.org. If you require further assistance with your application, please contact us at the same email address.
Make Huyton Village has a step-free entrance and an accessible toilet onsite. If you require information before the interview as part of your access requirements, please email hello@makecic.org and we will be happy to help.
This residency is part of the This Place, This Stage project, funded by Arts Council England and delivered in partnership with Adlib, Make CIC, Heart of Glass, Shakespeare North Playhouse, and Knowsley Council.
