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We believe that our engagement with Gen-Z art makers and creators is crucial as our world and experiences continue to evolve, so in 2024 we ran our first 4A LAB. By fostering emerging artists and championing innovative art forms, our 4A LAB is creating a vibrant hub for experimentation and collaboration. Situated in Haymarket, Sydney’s cultural heart, 4A LAB is uniquely positioned to nurture the next generation of Asian Australian artists, ensuring their voices and perspectives shape the future of contemporary art.

We see an opportunity to establish a dedicated 4A LAB fund to commission experimental work at the intersection of digital culture and contemporary visual arts, and we are asking for your support to make this possible.

To further strengthen our commitment to emerging voices, we are also establishing the Andy Ewing Fellowship, which will support an early-career queer Asian artist in developing bold, experimental work within 4A LAB. This initiative honors Andy Ewing’s legacy and ensures that queer Asian artists have a dedicated space to thrive, innovate, and be celebrated.

Our commitment to innovation is reinforced by Creative Australia’s Plus1 match-funding grant, which will double the impact of every donation up to $50,000 AUD, further amplifying 4A LAB’s reach and success. Your support will enable 4A emerging artists to take ambitious risks, refine their practice, and showcase fresh, cutting-edge experiences.

4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art has a longstanding reputation for supporting diverse and experimental voices in contemporary art. Our expansion into the adjacent shopfront within the historic Corporation Building in 2023 marked a significant milestone, with 4A LAB fulfilling our ambition to provide tangible and financial support to artists who push boundaries and create transformative work.

In just one year, 4A LAB has already achieved remarkable impact:

• Empowered 15 early-to-mid-career artists through residencies, mentorships, and debut exhibitions.
• Hosted three micro-residencies, including Indigenous Nepali artist Subash Thebe Limbu, whose innovative work has captivated audiences.
• Provided a vital platform for emerging artist alumni such as VŨTRỤ Inc. who shared: “4A LAB, as a space for emerging artists like us, is an essential platform to present our work to art-goers in Sydney and build connections within the art community.”

Your generous support will enable us to continue and expand the transformative work of 4A LAB:

• Empower 25 Australian artists, 6 international artists, and over 100 creatives over the next two years.
• Provide residencies, mentorships, and debut exhibitions that offer artists the resources to take bold steps in their practice.
• Enhance the visibility and recognition of Asian Australian voices on the global art stage.
• Establish the Andy Ewing Fellowship, ensuring a dedicated space for queer Asian artists to experiment and innovate.

By contributing to POWER UP 4A LAB, your support will directly fund the creation of experimental works that inspire, connect, and transform communities across Haymarket, Sydney, Australia, and beyond.

Every dollar you donate will be matched by Creative Australia’s Plus1 funding, up to $50,000, doubling your impact. Donations of $2.00 AUD and above are tax-deductible and will ensure 4A LAB thrives for years to come.

Donate today and help us POWER UP 4A LAB. Together, we can shape the future of art and innovation!

Scan the QR code below to visit our Australian Cultural Fund page to donate today!