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.

2.05.2014

The Niche Art Project 1

Our aim is to create an awareness of environment by engaging the viewer and revealing shapes and patterns drawn from nature. The smooth seedpods invoke the sensation of growth and potential. A grouping of seed forms in highly polished granite sculpted in the round scattered and tilted to accentuate movement. This distinctive artwork that is site-specific and contemporary will invigorate the public space and promote a sensory engagement within the space. Flowing designs of words and stories, A River of Words - Seed of Thoughts will be etched into the granite seedpods. The artworks will be durable, interactive and meaningfully utilizing vibrant and dynamic designs. Our intention is to communicate the richness and depth of stories that connect people to public places. The River of Words - seeds of Thoughts will come from community consultation. The words will tell a story that connects with the new community hub. A continuous design of etched words flowing across the top surface of the seed forms. We believe significant public art builds on collaboration and consultation to create artworks that have an ongoing dialogue and engagement with the community.









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