Transporting Arts Program Werribee Station Underpass Ramp Public Artwork EOI

Apply to have your artwork installed on the Werribee Station underpass ramp as part of the Transporting Arts Program. Council, Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) and Metro Trains Melbourne invite an artist to create artworks to be reproduced onto eight panels on the wall of the ramp to and from the underpass at the station. 

Project Background

Wyndham City Council is inviting expressions of interest from artists who would like to develop artworks for the Werribee Station ramp to and from the underpass as part of the Transporting Arts Program. Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) runs the Transporting Arts Program together with Metro Trains Melbourne, Yarra Trams, V/Line and local councils. A $1,500 AUD (ex GST) artwork concepting fee and a $3,500 AUD (ex GST) licencing fee is provided to the successful Artist. The Artist will need to submit the final artworks in the required digital format. Metro Trains Melbourne undertakes printing and installation. More information about the site location, measurements and other details can be found in the Artist Brief.

Project Objectives

• Provide a vibrant and welcoming environment for all passengers and visitors who use Werribee Station. 
• Strengthen community and cultural connection by showcasing artwork from a local artist that tells a story about what you can explore in the local Werribee area. 
• Position Werribee Station as a recognisable gateway to the following key attractions and activities – Werribee Open Range Zoo, Werribee Park Mansion, State Rose Garden, River Park, food and wine, polo and sport, walking and cycling and the harbour. 
• Support passenger movement and wayfinding by integrating a strong and cohesive visual identity. 
• Modernise the curved wall and subway with 8 x new panels and contemporary artwork that reflects the local area.