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Puckle Street Projection Festival 2027

Artist Workshop Series – Expression of Interest

About the program

The Puckle Street Projection Festival (PSPF) invites artists and creatives to apply for a professional development workshop series exploring projection art, projection mapping and public art development.

Designed to support artists interested in expanding their practice into projection and public art, the program offers hands-on technical workshops, opportunities to connect with other artists and industry professionals, and guidance in developing and pitching creative projects.

There are 10 places available in the workshop series, providing a small-group learning environment with opportunities for hands-on experimentation, collaboration and direct engagement with the festival's creative team.

Participants will learn foundational projection mapping skills, explore the creative possibilities of working with architecture and public spaces, and develop the skills to communicate their ideas through a project proposal.

No previous projection mapping experience is required. Artists working across a range of creative disciplines are encouraged to apply, particularly digital and lens-based artists with experience using creative software such as Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.

The Puckle Street Projection Festival will bring projection art into public spaces, showcasing a range of creative voices and approaches. The broader festival will include additional public programs and activities, supported by marketing and promotion to engage local residents and audiences from across Melbourne.

This is an opportunity to develop new skills, build professional networks and potentially showcase your work as part of a professionally curated public art festival.

Artists who live, work or have a connection to the Moonee Valley area are particularly encouraged to apply. The program aims to support local creative talent while fostering connections between artists and the broader creative community.

An opportunity to exhibit at the festival

Following the workshops, participants will have the opportunity to pitch a creative concept for inclusion in the Puckle Street Projection Festival, taking place from 2–11 July 2027.

Three artist commissions will be selected from the workshop participants, with successful artists receiving further creative and technical mentoring from the festival team to develop and present their work.

Selected artists will exhibit as part of a curated program of 9 projection artworks, featuring a diverse mix of established and recognised artists, mid-career practitioners and emerging artists.

Workshop program

The series includes four sessions (two in-person, two online) held in 2027 and artists are required to be available for all sessions:

Session 1 — Introductions and Creative Connections (Online 2 hours)
Wednesday 17 February 6pm–8pm 
An introductory online gathering to meet fellow artists, connect with the creative team, learn about the festival and explore the possibilities of projection art.

Session 2 — Projection Art Workshop (In-person 4 hours)
Saturday 20 February 12pm–4pm
A hands-on workshop introducing projection mapping technologies, creative approaches and practical techniques for working with projected imagery.

Session 3 — Projection Art Workshop (In-person 4 hours)
Saturday 27 February 12pm–4pm
A practical workshop building on the foundational skills from Session 2, with opportunities for experimentation, creative development and consideration of projection in public spaces.

Session 4 — Proposal Development and Pitching (Online 2 hours)
Wednesday 3 March 6pm–8pm
An online workshop exploring how to develop a creative concept into a clear and compelling project proposal. Participants will learn about project pitching, technical considerations and preparing a proposal for festival presentation.

Workshop Facilitators
The Puckle Street Projection Festival Artist Workshop Series will be led by Yandell Walton, an internationally recognised artist, curator and mentor with over 20 years’ experience across digital art, public space, projection and emerging technologies. Yandell has a longstanding connection to Melbourne’s projection art community, including the Gertrude Street Projection Festival and the Centre for Projection Art, where they have held curatorial, producing and mentoring roles. Most recently, Yandell produced the Centre for Projection Art’s Artist Residency Program and curated Intra-Connection for Now or Never Festival and Entangled Worlds, a site-wide activation of Collingwood Yards for Melbourne Fringe. Yandell brings extensive experience in artist development and a strong commitment to fostering creative experimentation, supporting artists to explore projection and develop site-responsive works for public spaces.

Yandell will be supported by Melania Jack, an interdisciplinary artist, creative producer and mentor with over 20 years’ experience across projection, installation and contemporary arts. Jack has produced projects including PUNQ Festival and Hot & Heavy (Midsumma Festival), and co-curated LANDSCAPES: TECHNOLOGIES: BODIES at Wyndham Art Gallery. Drawing on extensive experience in artist development through NorthSite Contemporary Arts and the Regional Arts Services Network, Jack will provide creative and practical support as participants develop their projection concepts and proposals.

 

Key dates

  • Applications open: Wednesday 4 November 2026
  • Applications close: 11.59pm Wednesday 25 November 2026
  • Applicants notified: Thursday 3 December 2026
  • Workshop dates: Wednesday 17 February 6pm–8pm, Saturday 20 February 12pm–4pm, Saturday 27 February 12pm–4pm, Wednesday 3 March 6pm–8pm (all 2027)
  • Festival dates: Friday 2–Sunday 11 July 2027

If you would like to be involved in PSPF in another capacity, such as public programs running throughout the festival, please reach out to MVCCEvents@mvcc.vic.gov.au. You can also email this address if you have any issues accessing the form, to request an alternative version or to seek assistance with your application.

About you
First Name
Last Name
Preferred name and pronouns (optional)
Email
Phone number
Postcode
Do you have any access requirements or support needs that would assist your participation?
How are you connected to the Moonee Valley area?
Your creative practice
Tell us a little about yourself and your creative practice

What kind of creative work do you make? What mediums, ideas or themes are you interested in exploring?
Suggested response: 100–150 words.

What experience, if any, do you have with projection art, digital media or projection mapping?

No previous experience is necessary. We are interested in understanding your starting point.

Please share examples of your creative work

This could include a website, Instagram or links to portfolio, images, videos and previous projects. Artists at any stage of their practice are welcome to apply.

Your interest in the program
Why would you like to participate in the Puckle Street Projection Festival Artist Workshop Series?

Tell us what interests you about projection art and what you hope to gain from the workshops.
Suggested response: 100–200 words.

How do you think learning projection mapping skills could contribute to your creative practice?

We'd love to hear about any new directions, possibilities or ideas you're interested in exploring.
Suggested response: 100–150 words.

Do you have an idea for a projection artwork or something you might like to explore?

This could be an early idea, a theme, an experiment or an existing work you would like to develop through projection. You do not need to have a fully formed project at this stage.
Suggested response: 100–150 words. (Optional)

Festival Opportunity
Would you be interested in developing and pitching a project for potential inclusion in the Puckle Street Projection Festival?
Three commissions will be available to workshop participants to develop and exhibit work at the festival. If selected, what kind of support would be most useful to you?

For example: technical mentoring, creative development, projection mapping, proposal writing, production planning or working in public spaces.

Are you available to participate in all four workshop sessions commencing in February 2027?

Attendance at all four sessions is required to participate in the program.
Workshops will be held Wednesday 17 February 6pm–8pm (online), Saturday 20 February 12pm–4pm (in-person), Saturday 27 February 12pm–4pm (in-person), Wednesday 3 March 6pm–8pm (online)

Is there anything else you would like us to know about your application?
Privacy Collection Statement
Your personal information is being collected by Moonee Valley City Council (Council) for the purpose of registering your interest in the Puckle Street Projection Festival 2027. Your information will be stored in Council’s record management system and used to identify you when communicating with Council about the event. The information provided will be managed in accordance with the Privacy & Data Protection Act 2014 and your personal information will not be disclosed without your consent, except where required to do so by law. For further information on how your personal information is handled, refer to Council’s Privacy Policy at Privacy Policy - Moonee Valley City Council (mvcc.vic.gov.au) or email privacy@mvcc.vic.gov.au.