Dexus Seeks Artist for Retaining Wall Commission at Waterfront Brisbane
Dexus has initiated Art Opportunity 6: Driveway Wall Artwork as part of the Waterfront Brisbane redevelopment at Eagle Street Pier. This initiative invites artists, studios, and teams skilled in public art and intricate fabrication to propose designs for a significant artwork on a large retaining wall, emphasizing relief, texture, and light. A total budget of $110,000 is allocated for fees and installation, with up to three shortlisted candidates each receiving $3000. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest by 12 October. Project Director Matthew Beasley highlights the need for a harmonious blend of architecture, landscape, and public art, encouraging First Nations artists to participate while honoring cultural context and Indigenous requirements. The project aims to enrich Brisbane's urban landscape.
Key facts
- Dexus has issued an open call for Art Opportunity 6: Driveway Wall Artwork at Waterfront Brisbane.
- The commission involves transforming a large retaining wall in the North Tower arrival sequence into a public artwork.
- Up to three shortlisted applicants will receive $3000 each as a concept development fee.
- The total commission budget is $110,000, covering artist fees, design development, fabrication, installation, and delivery.
- Expressions of interest close on 12 October.
- The project is part of the Waterfront Brisbane Public Art Program for the Eagle Street Pier precinct redevelopment.
- First Nations contemporary artists are encouraged to apply, but the project is not a Traditional Custodian-led process.
- All applicants must comply with the project's Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property requirements.
Entities
Artists
- Matthew Beasley
- Dr Diana Carroll
- Elizabeth Ann Macgregor
- Archie Roach
- Kylie Minogue
- Stephen A Russell
Institutions
- Dexus
- Waterfront Brisbane
- Eagle Street Pier
- ArtsHub
- ScreenHub
- The Sydney Morning Herald
- The Australian
- Woman's Day
- B&T
- Lyon Biennale of Contemporary Art
- Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA)
- Australian Performing Arts Museum
Locations
- Brisbane
- Australia
- Adelaide
- London
- Lyon
- France
- Melbourne