Public Art Commissions / Verified 2 September 2026
Esperance is commissioning up to 21 permanent sculptures across coastal trail locations. Established artists may submit for most sites; emerging artists can apply to Baarndi Trail if they live in or have strong ties to the Shire of Esperance. Deadline: September 14, 2026.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 14, 2026
“EOI submissions due 5pm AWST Monday 14 September 2026”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get.
“Commission payments: Baarndi Trail $25,000–$35,000 each (16 commissions); Helms Arboretum/Great Ocean Trail/Lake Monjingup/Salmon Gums $400,000–$800,000 each; Esperance Jetty $500,000–$900,000. Excludes footings and installation costs. Design support and consultant network provided for emerging arti”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. National and international artists welcome. Baarndi Trail: artists who live in or demonstrate strong links to the Shire of Esperance (emerging and established). Helms Arboretum, Great Ocean Trail, Lake Monjingup, Salmon Gums, and Esperance
How they choose.
“Expression of Interest followed by shortlist (notified 21 September 2026), then concept proposal stage (mid-October 2026). Selection informed by community co-design, Aboriginal Advisory Group, Arts Advisory Group, and project Steering Committee.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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