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SCULPTURAL MARKER FOR VENUS BAY

South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking Expressions of Interest to design and deliver a ‘sculptural marker’ for Van Cleef Reserve, Venus Bay.

A sculptural marker is now required for the south-east corner of Van Cleef Reserve (cnr. April Ave and Lees Rd).

The sculptural marker will function to;

– Replace the existing Council signage that is now in place

– Provide a visual marker for the Reserve

– Communicate the unique character of the Reserve 

Council invites the submission of a design proposal that responds directly to the following brief.

The sculptural marker must be;

– Contemporary, organic, and unique (appropriate to both the character of Venus Bay, its community and natural environs)

– A direct creative response to the Reserve

– Simple to install

– Of suitable materials and construction to be in a public space for the duration of the artwork.

– Easy to maintain for the duration of the artwork.

– Of a scale that draws attention from passers-by

Please note: the proposed sculptural marker does not necessarily need to include text.
BUDGET – $10,000 (plus GST)

For artist fees and construction of the sculptural marker.

Note-preference will be given to;

1. local artists and artisans
2. Practical designs that comply with the requirements of the brief, are straight forward to install and require minimal maintenance

To apply, please contact mary.sullivan@southgippsland.vic.gov.au for a detailed EOI.

Design propositions are due by OCTOBER 19 2020.