Funded public art opportunities to brighten up Baw Baw

⁠⁠⁠Council is seeking expressions of interest from local artists and collectives to deliver exciting and vibrant public art pieces at three pedestrian friendly locations in Baw Baw.

As part of Council’s Outdoor Activations program, three busy locations have been identified for beautification with murals that will brighten up existing facades and promote the region’s unique character.

The three locations selected for the Brighten up Baw Baw Mural Projects are:

• 15 Napier Street, Warragul
• 13 Palmerston Street, Warragul
• Yarragon Public Toilet block

The successful applicants will be tasked with delivering artworks to a predetermined budget that align with set design themes for each location. These murals intend to seamlessly integrate with existing streetscapes and become sites of inspiration and creativity for locals and visitors alike.

How to apply
Artists are invited to make an expression of interest from Friday 3 June until Sunday 3 July 2022 via an online form.

When preparing a submission, applicants are to provide:

• A written response to the project brief (maximum of 500 words).
• A project budget.
• A maximum of 3 design ideas for proposed artworks (digital image: photoshop or sketches). Full designs will be developed once the artist has been selected and must be approved before work begins.
• 5 to 10 images that demonstrate your experience and style of work.
• A description of your involvement in at least one similar project, especially noting previous experience of community engagement.
• Copy of current public liability insurance certification. (Note: Submission will be accepted if this is not currently available but will be required prior to signing of the contract if your proposal is selected.)
• Curriculum vitae and contact details.
• Two referees contact details, relating to previous projects.

Following the expression of interest period, submissions will be reviewed by a subcommittee of Council's Arts and Culture Advisory Committee and the successful applicant will be appointment.

Works are required to be completed by 31 August .