Looking Through & Looking Beyond: Celebrating the legacy of Louisa
The City of Port Phillip is excited to announce this expression of interest (EOI) process. We are commissioning an artist or artist team to create a permanent public sculpture of Louisa Briggs. This commission, funded by the Victorian Women’s Public Art (VWPA) Program, will become a landmark on the St Kilda/Elwood foreshore.
The project is a partnership with the Boonwurrung Land and Sea Council, led by N’arwee’t Carolyn Briggs, a direct descendant of Louisa Briggs. It will celebrate her significant contributions to the Indigenous community and their history. The sculpture will serve as a powerful symbol of resilience, cultural heritage, and the ongoing fight for social justice. It will promote gender equality and raise the profile of women in public spaces.
Key Project Details
The total project budget is $185,000 (ex GST)
This does not include the Stage 1 – concept development fees for shortlisted applicants.
Expressions of interest are due by Monday 5 May 2025.
Artist Brief
Please visit the website for the artist brief, detailed project specifications, submission requirements, and selection criteria.
https://www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/eoi-louisa-briggs-sculpture/
For all enquiries, please contact publicart@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Image source: Yalukit Willam, The River People of Port Phillip: Yalukit Willam, The River People of Port Phillip by The City of Port Phillip – Issuu p.20 (image detail).
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