Gippsland › Latest news › Baw Baw Local News
Baw Baw creative arts community invited to paint murals for Bellbird Park Recreation Reserve and Drouin Senior Citizens Hall
Members of Baw Baw's creative arts community are invited to submit an expression of interest for the creation and installation of public art pieces that will enhance two community spaces in Drouin.
The creation and installation of the public art pieces project will see Bellbird Park Recreation Reserve and the Drouin Senior Citizens Hall - two sites currently under restoration to ensure they meet current and future needs of the expanding community - beautified with public artworks.
The artworks will be important as landmarks and place makers, these commissions will be significant as the sites are very public, and will mark the intention for the new facilities
Opportunity for the artists
Council is providing our talented arts community with the opportunity to have their artwork featured within these community spaces with the intention that the artworks will come to be recognised and landmarks and placemakers in the future.
The appointed artists will receive a combined budget of $60,000 for both projects, while shortlisted applicants will receive $1,000 to further develop their concept plans in preparation for the final presentation and interview process.
'Inclusive' is the theme for both public art pieces and it aims to complement the redevelopment works at each site which will improve facilities, enhance accessibility and benefit a greater portion of users within the Shire.
How to apply
Expressions of interest open Monday 30 May and will close by 5pm Friday, 17 June 2022. Each application should consider including the following:
- CV of no more than three pages with descriptions of relevant previous projects
- Photos of current or recent relevant sculptural work
- Up to three A4 pages outlining the intended approach to this project (can be written or graphic or a combination of both)
- Proposed budget
- Project timeline that explains when key activities will occur and when key decisions are required
Expressions of interest can be submitted by email to council's Cultural Development Officer, Melissa Forlano at melissa.forlano@wgac.com.au. For more information, go to Drouin Community Hubs Public Art Installation Expression of Interest website.
Get involved with the project
Mayor Cr Michael Leaney said, "The inclusion of public artwork will add vibrancy and character to these two significant sites that have long histories and community attachment for the people of our Shire."
"These redevelopment plans are vital to address the growing needs of our community and will result in upgraded and improved facilities more suitable to a wider range of uses. I strongly encourage our creative arts community to get involved and take advantage of this opportunity. We look forward to seeing the diverse and incredible artwork concepts that are submitted." Cr Leaney said.
Pictures from Cr. Michael Leaney Facebook page.
Source: http://gippsland.com/
Published by: news@gippsland.com
Latest News
Baw Baw Shire Council welcomes Victorian government grants aiding Noojee transition from timber harvestingDarren Chester calls for stop to rural health merger citing risks to Gippsland services due to lack of consultation, secrecy and autonomy loss
Nicholson Primary School students get chance to discuss Parliament while receiving certificates from Darren Chester
Russell Broadbent urges government budget accountability to alleviate cost-of-living pressure to tackle inflation and alleviate cost-of-living pressures following the Reserve Bank decision
Senators to reject Fresh food tax after report reveals lack of clarity and adverse impact on farmers and families
ACV/GARDS gets $560K for Gippsland asbestos victims and additional $19.3M for asbestos removal from Victorian Labor government
Baw Baw Shire Council continues advocacy for key unfunded projects despite limited aid from 2024/25 Victorian State Budget
Darren Chester presses for federal backing on proposed roundabout on Maffra-Sale Rd intersection to complete partial funded from Victorian government
South Gippsland Shire Mayor Clare Williams elected president of Australian Local Government Women's Association and more council updates
APS Drainage and Civil selected for culvert relining on Loch-Kernot Road in Bass Coast Shire from 13 May 2024 with $750,000 budget