Large Scale Mural Project

Do I need experience as an artist to submit an EOI?

Having a certain level of experience is not a pre-requisite for submitting an EOI, however, the artists shortlisted will be perceived as capable of developing a design to a high standard and required format, including further design development with feedback, and liaison with the installation company to ensure that the design is accurately represented in the final mural.

Can I apply as part of a collective that has Non-Indigenous members?

Sorry no. A collective is any proposed number of artists working together collectively and for the purposes of this project, a collective must consist entirely of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander members.

Will I be painting the mural myself?

No. Installation is completed by a separate artist contractor. The artist does not need to be present onsite during installation but will need to liaise with the installation team on the translation of the work from design to installation.

Who owns copyright of the final artwork?

The ownership and title of the actual physical mural artwork will pass from the Artist to Council at the date the mural is installed and handover of the artwork to Council is complete. The mural artwork will and be maintained and cared for as part of Council’s growing public art collection. However, the copyright of the artwork itself remains with the artist.

What happens to my cultural and Intellectual property in the artwork?

As the artist and creator of the artwork, any cultural and intellectual property that goes into that artwork remains the copyright of the artist, used under licence for the final artistic outcome.

How long is the licensing of the work and is it an exclusive license?

The artwork will be licensed from the artist by Council, this will be finalised in a written agreement with the artist. The licence will be an exclusive, perpetual and royalty-free licence for the artwork to be exhibited at the site of the mural and online on Council’s website and included as part of Council’s public artwork database on Victorian Collections digital archive. Any use outside promotional or educational material will require the artists express written permission.

Will my information and artwork be kept Confidential and Private?

Yes. At Council we understand the need for individual privacy. Nothing that you submit will be made available to the general public without your express permission and prior written agreement.

How are the EOIs assessed in terms of making a shortlist of 3x (three) artists/collectives?

 The EOI’s will be assessed in terms of:

• The Artist or Collective’s previous body of work in relation to how it might apply to the project.
• The Artist or Collective’s ability to understand and interpret artistic themes and cultural knowledge based on previous relevant experience, knowledge or responses provided.
• Perceived ability to communicate ideas effectively and liaise with project stakeholders.
• Perceived ability to work within the timelines of the project.

Do I / can I respond to the brief as part of my EOI submission?

No. The EOI submission is to assess artists who might be best suited to this project. The brief is made available to view (below) in order to give interested artists/collectives an understanding of the project including timelines, levels of commitment and other information.

Will the shortlisted artists be obligated to participate in media calls and other initiatives to promote the project/mural?

As this is a large scale mural project, it is expected that there will be media calls and promotion surrounding the project. The final selected artist will be expected to participate in these opportunities to discuss and further platform their work, but it can be discussed with Council if they prefer to appoint a representative or spokesperson for this if they are not comfortable with this process.