Press Release: Applications open for the 2027 UXBRIDGE Creative and Architecture Fellowships
UXBRIDGE Arts and Culture is inviting applications for two $5,000 fellowships supporting creative practice connected to East Auckland: the UXBRIDGE Creative Fellowship and the UXBRIDGE | Malcolm Smith Architecture Fellowship. The fellowships provide practical support for artists, designers, performers, writers, architects and researchers at an important stage in the development of their work.
Both fellowships reflect the organisation’s long-standing commitment to creative ambition in East Auckland, providing give practitioners a resource to develop a compelling project, extend their practice or contribute to the creative life of the area. We are looking forward to seeing proposals that are distinctive, achievable and grounded in a meaningful connection to East Auckland.
UXBRIDGE Creative Fellowship
The UXBRIDGE Creative Fellowship is open to emerging artists and creative practitioners who have demonstrated excellence and reached a pivotal point in their practice. Applications are welcomed from across the creative disciplines, including visual and applied arts, design, performance, music, moving image and creative writing.
The $5,000 grant may support the research, development and delivery of an original project, professional development, or travel. Applicants must demonstrate a substantial connection to East Auckland and propose work that can be completed within 24 months.
UXBRIDGE Malcolm Smith Architecture Fellowship
The UXBRIDGE | Malcolm Smith Architecture Fellowship honours architect and community advocate Malcolm Smith (1930-2010), whose vision and leadership were instrumental in the establishment of UXBRIDGE. His architectural and civic legacy remains closely connected to Howick and the wider East Auckland community.
The fellowship offers a $5,000 grant to an early-career architect, architecture student or researcher seeking to advance their practice. Funding may be used for project research, development and delivery, professional development, or travel. Applicants must demonstrate a substantial connection to East Auckland and present an original, feasible proposal.
How to apply
Applicants should submit a project proposal, a personal statement explaining their connection to East Auckland, and supporting material such as a resume or portfolio. Letters of support may be included. Applications must be emailed to director@uxbridge.org.nz by 11:59 pm on 6 December 2026.
Full criteria and application information:
Key dates
- Applications open: 5 October 2026
- Applications close: 6 December 2026 at 11:59 pm
- Fellowships confirmed: 18 December 2026
- Public announcement and funding: 1 February 2027
About UXBRIDGE Arts and Culture
UXBRIDGE Arts and Culture is East Auckland’s creative hub. Around 100,000 people use UXBRIDGE each year for classes, workshops, performances, exhibitions, community activities and venue hire.
UXBRIDGE is located on Uxbridge Road, a short walk from the centre of Howick Village beside Howick Library and Ō Wairoa Marae.
Media and application enquiries
Paul Brobbel, Director, UXBRIDGE Arts and Culture
Email: director@uxbridge.org.nz | Phone: 09 535 6467
Website: www.uxbridge.org.nz
