Local artists can apply to create an original street art mural on the Portarlington Senior Citizens Club building in Portarlington Park.
The Portarlington Senior Citizens Club and the Portarlington Community Association partnered with the City of Greater Geelong and want to commission an artist to create the work on Newcombe Street by the end of July.
Geelong Mayor, chair of the Creative Communities and Culture Portfolio, and proud Portarlington resident Trent Sullivan said the local community would welcome another art mural in the area.
“I encourage artists to throw their hat in the ring,” he said.
“The street art in Portarlington has been well received over the last few years and is incredibly popular with residents, visitors and the local creative community.
“I look forward to seeing an innovative artwork that is visually and conceptually striking and captures the imagination of community members of all ages.”
The budget for the commission is $8,000 and is supported by the City of Greater Geelong’s Public Art Strategy to make the region a cultural centre of innovation and excellence.
Bellarine Ward councillor Jim Mason said a community consultation had identified several themes the artist could incorporate.
“As artists consider this commission, we invite them to reflect on Portarlington’s fishing and mussel farming history, community members’ connection to the area and the views of the pier and Port Phillip Bay,” he said.
“This mural is a terrific opportunity to tell local stories, inspire civic pride and engage with a diverse range of people.”
Expressions of interest will be accepted until Monday, April 3 at 5pm, and a complete artist’s brief and application are available at publicart@geelongcity.vic.gov.au or by calling the Public Art Team on 5272 5272.
