Image: LIT 2025 Artwork by Ariadne Concha and photo by Shawn Smitts.
Expressions of Interest for LIT Digital Art Commission are now open for artists.
Local artists whose practice includes digital media, projection and/or moving image are invited to apply for the Expression of Interest for LIT 2026. The successful artist will be commissioned to design 8 images suitable for projection. The artwork will feature on pathways and pavements using gobo technology.
Now in its fifth year, LIT is a spectacular free night-time event that sees Wyndham Park, Werribee become a wonderland of colour and discovery with installations, projections and interactive elements. In 2026, the event will be held across multiple nights in April and May.
Expression of Interest
We ask artists to provide the following for the Expression of Interest.
- A short biography of your practice. (100 words max.)
- Details of your association with Wyndham. (50 words max.)
- Website or social links of your practice.
The commission
The successful artist will design a series of 8 images that respond to the theme of LIT Interwoven. Specifications will be provided to the artist for the final draft designs. Wyndham City Council will facilitate the manufacture and install of the 8 gobos where the designs will be used. The artworks will become part of Wyndham City Council Public Art Collection after LIT 2026.
About LIT 2026
LIT is an award-winning event now in its fifth year at Wyndham Park, Werribee.
This year’s event saw an incredible 147,000 attendees over 18 nights – almost double the audience of 2024. A much-loved celebration of light and art, LIT features large-scale installations, projections, and interactive experiences, including two dedicated sensory-friendly nights designed to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
Read more here by visiting LIT.
Key dates
| Monday, 10 November 2025 | Expression of Interest open |
| Sunday, 23 November 2025 | Expression of Interest close |
| Wednesday, 26 November 2025 | All artists and shortlisted artists notified of outcome |
| Sunday, 14 December 2025 | First design and brief from shortlisted artists due |
| Tuesday, 16 December 2025 | Shortlisted and successful artists notified of outcome |
| Monday, 19 January 2026 | Three designs completed with a meeting with Council Officers |
| Monday, 23 February 2026 | Final eight designs completed |
| Wednesday, 25 February 2026 | Artist to meet with Council Officer |
| Wednesday, 4 March 2026 | Final artwork submitted for production by Council |
Assessment criteria for Expression of Interest
- Artist has an association with Wyndham either live and/or work
- Artist’s practice aligns with technical application of gobos
- Artist’s use of colour
Information for shortlisted artists
If Expression of Interest is successful, the shortlisted artists are asked to provide the following:
- A design brief based on the theme Interwoven. (250- 500 words max.)
- An example of one design associated to the brief.
Theme
Artists are asked to respond to the theme Interwoven – explores the invisible and visible threads that connect us – as individuals, communities, and as part of the natural world. This could be interpreted as shared stories, collective memory, and the quiet beauty of connection. The theme is broad for diverse interpretations for audiences to find meaning and inspiration.
Considerations
- Experience working with program Adobe Illustrator or similar as final designs will need to be in Illustrator EPS format for manufacture.
- Artwork designs are to be family friendly and accessible for a diverse audience.
- Designs containing inappropriate or offensive material will not be considered
- The use of colour as the artwork will be displayed at night.
Artists fees
| Shortlisted artists for initial design and brief | $500 |
| Successful artist | $5,500 |
The successful artist will be required to enter into an agreement with Council.
Assessment criteria for shortlisted artists
- Artist has an association with Wyndham either live and/or work
- Design relates to theme
- Technical suitability that includes colour
- The design is attractive and suitable to a wide demographic of attendees