The City of Greater Geelong is seeking to commission a new public artwork and a mural design for the new Armstrong Creek Library.
The public artwork will be located adjacent to the front entrance for the library, allowing it to be viewed from all angles within the forecourt area. The City is also inviting wall-based artists or illustrators to develop the design for a mural that will be printed on vinyl and located on the ground floor of the new library.
Mayor Peter Murrihy said the works will be a point of interest for residents and visitors to the library and will further consolidate Geelong’s reputation and international status as a UNESCO City of Design.
“The library is going to become a focal point for the growing Armstrong Creek community so it’s really exciting to have public art incorporated into the design,” the Mayor said.
“Armstrong Creek is expected to reach a population of between 55,000 and 65,000 and the library will be a really important learning and cultural hub for the community.”
Creative Communities and Culture chair, Deputy Mayor Trent Sullivan, said art can play a key role in creating quality public places, telling local stories and expressing civic pride.
“This is a really exciting opportunity for an artist or creative team to share in the creative vision for the new library,” the Deputy Mayor said.
