Submissions open for public art at Port Hedland’s Portside Markets

Artists statewide are being asked to submit designs for an original artwork to be featured at Port Hedland’s Portside district. The artwork would be featured at the Marapikurrinya Park community pop-up in Port Hedland’s West End in an attempt to reinvigorate the area and promote public art. The selected artist’s design will be transferred onto laminated, aluminium composite material panelling and affixed to the front wall of the community pop-up container. The designs are expected to be appropriate for all ages, social and cultural backgrounds and reflect the Port Hedland shore, history and heritage. Mayor Peter Carter said the Marapikurrinya Park pop-ups are a joint initiative by the Town and BHP, to activate Port Hedland’s West End district. “We want to bring the pop-ups to life by including a unique public art design affixed to the community pop-up, forming part of the area’s identity,” he said. “Hedland is home to a thriving creative scene, including Aboriginal and contemporary artists who contribute to the vibrancy of our town. I’d like to see their creativity and expression being a part of this public art project. “Council is pleased the actions of the Town’s Public Art Strategy are being delivered, including providing commission opportunities for local artists and integrating public art into communal spaces.” Submissions close on May 30.