Maribyrnong City Council currently has an annual allocation to commission permanent public art as part of its Capital Works and Improvement Program Budget. The commissioning of public art is guided by "On the Edge” Maribyrnong Public Art Strategy. The site chosen for the 2013/14 public art commission is the suburb of Braybrook – specifically the redeveloped Braybrook Community Centre where two permanent public works will be commissioned. The newly developed Braybrook Community Hub is one of a number of projects that Maribyrnong City Council is undertaking as part of its “Revitalising Braybrook” initiative.

An artist selection panel reviewed the works of twenty artists, all of whom were submitted through an Expression Of Interest (EOI), and seven were shortlisted. This blog documents the process by which each artist/artist team will work with artist/curator Kendal Henry to develop final proposals which will then be presented to a public art panel, Council and the general public. Only two proposals will eventually be awarded commissions.

1.17.2014

where is this art going anyway?

There are three main artwork sites surrounding the Community Hub (Hub). Each of these site dictate how the artwork will be perceived and how the community interacts with them. The artists will have to consider each site and its appropriateness for their concept.

Site 1 indicated in blue, is the median along Churchill Avenue. This site is under the jurisdiction of Vic Roads and will require special coordination and permissions should an artist elect to use this site. Churchill Avenue curves slightly as it approaches the Hub so it provides a great way-finding opportunity both at this point and towards the main entrance of the Hub. Artworks on the median might be less likely be vandalized due to high visibility and limited pedestrian access.

Site 2 which is highlighted in red is located adjacent the parking lot. The largest  of all three sites, it can be seen from the street as well as from the new library of the Hub. This site lends itself to an installation with multiple pieces which can be spread out.  It is also be an opportunity for the artwork to visibly and physically activate this space.

Lastly, site three which is indicated in yellow is most integrated within the Hub's other facilities. a few meters away is the first of two community gardens and proposed children play area. This site is somewhat protected because of its vicinity to the Hub and lends itself to more intimate interaction. It's the only site not seen from the street.
Partial view of the median - site 1
Partial view of site 2
partial view of site 3


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