Local artists are being given an extension of time to apply for a chance to become the 2017 Eramboo/Northern Beaches Council Artist in Residence.

Mick Darda, Council's Executive Manager of Place Management, said the deadline for applications has been extended to 5 February to give artists more opportunity.

"Previously, the Artist in Residence program was only available to residents of the old Pittwater Council area but now all residents on the Northern Beaches can apply.

"We are also conscious that people may have been away over the holiday season."

The successful applicant will have seven days a week exclusive non-residential use of studio 6 at Eramboo Artist Environment, McCarrs Creek Road Terrey Hills for three months.

Susan Milne, Co-Director of Eramboo Artist Environment, said the program was aimed at mid-career artists wanting to develop new work.

"The Artist in Residence program provides a unique experience for a Northern Beaches artist to develop their artistic practice.  It's a career accelerator that sees the selected person produce and then present new work.

"During the residency, the selected artist will receive mentoring support and tap into the creative community of studio artists at Eramboo.

"The other studios will be occupied, giving the selected artist the chance to connect with a broader community of creative practitioners," Susan Milne said.

The residency period will be from March to May with the presentation of the work timed for July/August.

Visit northernbeaches.smartygrants.com.au to apply.