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Public art elements have been included in recent public domain projects in Newcastle, such as the South Newcastle Beach Bathers Way work by local artist Ellie Hannon. Image credit: Lee Illfield.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nArt will be incorporated into City of Newcastle\u2019s planned public domain upgrades for these locations and may take the form of murals, sculptures, design features in footpaths, street furniture or walking trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Councillor Deahnna Richardson, proud Wiradjuri woman and co-chairperson of City of Newcastle\u2019s Guraki Standing Committee, said public art provides opportunities to share stories, cultural knowledge and foster relationships between First Nations and non-Aboriginal communities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThese cultural landmarks are significant to the Awabakal and Worimi peoples, and to the broader community. There is a deep sense of belonging and connection to place, which has been shaped by the ancestors over thousands of years,\u201d Cr Richardson said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLearning about the rich history of these sites and the ongoing relationship that Aboriginal peoples have with the land encourages us all to respect and appreciate the places that we live, work and play on, and facilitates that dialogue that is necessary for reconciliation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBy incorporating cultural knowledge into public art at these sites we hope to bring people together and continue to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal peoples and the broader community.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The chosen artists will collaborate with a core group of representatives from local Aboriginal communities to ensure public artworks are meaningful, reflective and honour the heritage and stories of local Aboriginal peoples. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The process has been guided by best practice recommendations from the National Association of Visual Arts and the Connecting with Country Framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It has also been endorsed by City of Newcastle\u2019s Guraki Aboriginal Standing Committee and Public Art Standing Committee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Newcastle Art Gallery Director Lauretta Morton OAM said the EOI was open to both early career artists and those experienced in developing large-scale public art, with preference given to local artists, or those who have a strong connection to Newcastle and the identified site locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s an exciting opportunity for young and emerging artists to develop their skills and experience, with the potential for mentoring and professional development,\u201d Ms Morton said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s all about making the process inclusive and ensuring fairness, transparency and equal opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThere will be a range of minor, medium and major artwork projects developed across these sites, providing several artists the opportunity to have their art on display in the public domain.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following the expressions of interest process, a series of artwork briefs will be developed providing specific information about the location, scale, size, timeline and deliverables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shortlisted artists will be invited to prepare a concept design for a fee, responding to the creative brief and putting forward their own ideas for developing the artwork. Successful artists will work with the core group of Aboriginal representatives to incorporate themes and stories that are both meaningful and reflective of local Aboriginal culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Expressions of interest for Aboriginal artists are open until 10 March 2026. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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