Public Art: Call for First Nations artists

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Image: Heart of Country by First Nations artist Skyla Lauch, July 2025

 

Mornington Peninsula Shire invites Expressions of Interest from First Nations visual artists across Australia to create a temporary large-scale vinyl decal artwork for the StoryWall site in Mornington.

This commission offers an opportunity to present a contemporary First Nations artwork that reflects connection to Country, culture, and community within a prominent civic space.

About the Opportunity

Open to emerging, mid-career, and established Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artists working across all visual art forms, this project supports the creation of a bold, site-responsive artwork for a highly visible public location.

Context

Located on Bunurong Country, the Mornington Peninsula is a place of deep cultural and ecological significance, with ongoing custodianship by the Bunurong people. The StoryWall provides a platform to share powerful visual narratives with both local communities and visitors.

The Commission

  • Temporary vinyl decal artwork (10m wide wall)
  • Installed at Mornington Shire Office, 2 Queen Street
  • Exhibition dates: 13 November – 28 February
  • Fabrication and installation managed by Council

What to Submit

  • Artist statement (max 250 words)
  • CV
  • Up to 5 images of previous work
  • Availability (May–June 2026)

Note: No concept proposal required at EOI stage.

Artist Fee

$5,000 (exc GST) 

Deadline for submission:  Thursday 14 May

For more infromation and to obtain the Artist Brief please contact the Public Art and Heritage Lead: 

publicart@mornpen.vic.gov.au

 

 

 

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