Expression of Interest: Mullewa Mural Project

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The City of Greater Geraldton are seeking an Expression of Interest from experienced artists to create two unique murals as part of a Mullewa youth engagement project. 

The City of Greater Geraldton has chosen two sites that have potential high-end public art exposure that will highlight the distinctive local culture Mullewa has to offer. Please see chosen sites below.

Mullewa Swimming Pool exterior wall. Dimensions approximately 3.54x2m.

Jose St public amenities. Dimensions approximately 7.3x1.2m.

The artist will work closely with both local schools and engage students aged 10 and upwards. The students will work alongside the artist to design a mural that reflects Mullewa’s strong sense of community but must also compliment the immediate surrounds. The artwork must be appealing to youth and the general public, be thought provoking, engaging and reflect Mullewa’s strong sense of community. 

The selected artist will be expected to work in Mullewa for approximately two 5 day blocks (Monday – Friday). One block designated to each site. The students must have a large influence on the final concept and production of the artwork once approval on the design has been granted by Council. 

The project cannot exceed the value of $6000 inclusive of GST. The amount should be inclusive of all artist’s fees and artist insurance including materials and consumables. An agreement between the selected artist and the City of Greater Geraldton will be put in place prior to commencement of project. 

What the City of Greater Geraldton can provide; 

  • Self-contained artist’s accommodation. 
  • Large air-conditioned venue to design and create murals on marine ply. 
  • All paints and paint brushes, marine ply and anti-graffiti coating. 
  • Installation of artwork. 

What the City of Greater Geraldton requires from you; 

  • A full CV detailing demonstrated experience in public art, including a minimum of one professional reference. 
  • Images of previous public art works (max 10 images). 
  • Proven ability to work with young people. 
  • A current WA Working with Children Card. 

Expressions of Interest will be assessed against the following criteria; 

  • Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering public art works. 
  • Experience working with young people. 
  • Capacity to produce and complete a suitable artwork within a restricted timeframe. 

The panel which assesses the EoIs will be comprised of a City of Greater Geraldton representative and a member of the City of Greater Geraldton’s Public Art Committee.

The chosen artist needs to be available for a total of 10 days over the period of 13th March to 7th April 2017. The City of Greater Geraldton will work in conjunction with the schools to secure suitable dates for all involved within that time. 

For more information contact Faye Fulker, Assistant Community & Cultural Development Officer fayef@cgg.wa.gov.au or phone 9956 6643. 

Expressions of Interests close 5pm 28th February 2017 and should be addressed to Samantha Messina, Manager Mullewa Community Development and can be submitted either by email to samantham@cgg.wa.gov.au or posted to: 
City of Greater Geraldton
Attention: Samantha Messina
Re: Mullewa Mural Project
PO Box 101
GERALDTON WA 6531