Paul Robinson Studio Award
Paul Robinson Studio Award is a new award aimed at Project Studio Membership and is proudly sponsored by leading law firm Arthur Cox LLP.
The award is created in the memory of Paul Robinson, much loved member of the Arthur Cox team for over 20 years and Temple Bar Gallery + Studios Board Member from October 2013–November 2017. He is warmly remembered with great fondness and respect for his many contributions to the organisation, support of the artists working here, and his engaging interest in contemporary art.
Paul Robinson Studio Award supports the recipient of a Project Studio Membership with a generous bursary of €7,000. The award will support an emerging artist of talent and promise to develop and focus their artistic practice during their Project Studio Membership at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios. This award will be made to one artist each year 2024–2028.
Eligibility
All applicants for Project Studios will be eligible for this award. Project Studios are awarded to artists at an earlier point in their practice, who demonstrate talent and potential.
Selection
A panel comprising artistic and curatorial expertise including an international curator, TBG+S Director and Programme Curator, and a TBG+S Studio Artist will select the recipient of Paul Robinson Studio Award. Paul Robinson Studio Award will be made to one of the successful applicants for Project Studio Membership. It will give consideration to an artist who shows exceptional promise, as well as taking into consideration an artist’s needs, and the impact of the award on their career.
I am very grateful to receive the Paul Robinson Studio Award. The generous bursary has allowed me the time and freedom to develop new work within the supporting and welcoming environment of Temple Bar Gallery + Studios. It has been a very welcome boost to my work and I have no doubt it will have lasting benefits for my artistic practice. - Blaine O'Donnell, Paul Robinson Studio Award Recipient 2025
How to Apply
All Project Studio applicants are considered for this award. Please download and read the application guidelines carefully before completing your application. Send your completed application to apply@templebargallery.com.