Tutti artist Lewis Constantine at an exhibition of his work. Photo: Emmaline Zanelli.

Named for South Australian disability advocate Richard Llewellyn, these annual grants support development and project outcomes for professional practicing Deaf and disabled artists.

Four categories were offered in the 2024-25 round, with applications assessed by a multi-art form panel of disabled artists and arts workers.

Funded highlights include:

• A project grant of $6000 for emerging writer Emily O’Sullivan to develop a children’s chapter book manuscript that focuses on the innovation and connection between children living with and without disabilities.
• A project grant of $9337 for Kangaroo Island-based mid-career visual artist Philip Baines to present sculpture work in the group exhibition Behind Closed Doors at Fleurieu Arthouse in McLaren Vale.
• A professional development grant of $10 000 for Nobelene Mackenzie-Stuart to work with a mentor to develop songwriting and performance skills.
• A project grant of $24 979 for No Strings Attached Theatre of Disability for HIGH, a major new production about Rachel High’s university experience. Rachel is believed to be the first person with Down syndrome in Australia to graduate with a university degree.
• A project grant of $25 000 for Tutti Arts for an international residency opportunity for learning, disabled and neurodivergent artists. The pilot program will see a Tutti artist undertaking a residency in Seoul, Korea, followed by a Korean artist in turn undertaking a residency at Tutti Arts.

The funded activities are expected to support employment for 18 artists and 16 arts workers.