Moama - River Country Art Trail

SHORTLISTED ARTISTS

Below are the concept designs from the artists shortlisted for the water tower in Moama.

As you will see, if you follow the links to each artist’s website, they are all unique in their style and techniques – making this a very exciting opportunity for you to leave your feedback!

Be sure to get in quick, as feedback will only be accepted between Tuesday July 2 – Friday July 12 when each artist's concepts will be available for viewing and comment.

You can submit your comments via the 'feedback' tool on this page.



Chris Nixon

Chrisnixon.net

My concept ‘The Trees for the Forest ’ speaks to the small details that create the identity of Moama, while integrating with the architecture and the unique location of the silo to appear through the trees. The stylised Eucalypts are a strong connection to the river and the surrounds of Moama, forming the foundation for the town and to the natural state of the area as it has been for thousands of years. The design is a reflection of the past and present - nature and the built form, all weaving with a stylised tapestry of influences that make up Moama. The artwork is also a celebration of the community of Moama, highlighting the collection of individuals rather than the bigger picture and the collective. As there are so many elements that make up the identity of Moama, I want to create a balanced composition that reflects this detail while speaking to the sense of scale and architecture offering an experience at scale and up close to reveal all the elements.


BEZT, Poland

Bezt.org

This mural features the vibrant golden wattle, Australia’s national flower, arranged elegantly in a vase. The golden wattle symbolises the new and modern Australia, brimming with growth and vitality. The background pays homage to Aboriginal people, the original custodians of the land, celebrating their rich culture. The design depicted on the background here is a holder design - the artist will collaborate with a local Aboriginal artist on this project for them to create the background design. Their artistic contribution will be integral in the design, to ensure the mural has a respectful and genuine representation of Aboriginal culture. They would also be involved in painting enriching the mural with cultural depth and strengthen community ties through shared creativity and respect for heritage. The artist is also open utilising the existing black background of the tower, which would add to the depth and richness of the overall image due to the glossiness, and incorporate a design on the vase that is in collaboration with a local Aboriginal artist. The integration will create a harmonious blend between the mural and its surroundings.


Twoone, Italy/Melbourne

hiroyasutsuri.com/

This artwork is based on the strong connection Moama has with the natural environment, which is important to the local residents, industry, tourism and the people of the Yorta Yorta nation. I was able to speak with a local Yorta Yorta artist who was generous enough to share stories and connections to the birds of the region. I chose the White Face Heron, locally referred to as the “Blue Crane,” as the centrepiece for my composition. This bird holds significant cultural importance to the Yorta Yorta people and is well-known to residents and visitors of the Murray River region. The Crimson Rosella, Rainbow Lorikeet, Azure Kingfisher, and Superb Fairy Wren, are also included to create a rich colour palette for the work. To balance these colourful and exotic birds, I incorporated some real ‘locals’ into the work—the humble Australian Magpie and Common Myna. We live with these birds daily, and they are as much worth celebrating as their more exotic and colourful mates. I have included the River Red Gum in the composition.

Twoone has provided various background colour options, which are gradients derived from the rich colours of the light are sunset and dusk in Moama, including deep blue and purple, light blue or yellow/orange depicted here.

SHORTLISTED ARTISTS

Below are the concept designs from the artists shortlisted for the water tower in Moama.

As you will see, if you follow the links to each artist’s website, they are all unique in their style and techniques – making this a very exciting opportunity for you to leave your feedback!

Be sure to get in quick, as feedback will only be accepted between Tuesday July 2 – Friday July 12 when each artist's concepts will be available for viewing and comment.

You can submit your comments via the 'feedback' tool on this page.



Chris Nixon

Chrisnixon.net

My concept ‘The Trees for the Forest ’ speaks to the small details that create the identity of Moama, while integrating with the architecture and the unique location of the silo to appear through the trees. The stylised Eucalypts are a strong connection to the river and the surrounds of Moama, forming the foundation for the town and to the natural state of the area as it has been for thousands of years. The design is a reflection of the past and present - nature and the built form, all weaving with a stylised tapestry of influences that make up Moama. The artwork is also a celebration of the community of Moama, highlighting the collection of individuals rather than the bigger picture and the collective. As there are so many elements that make up the identity of Moama, I want to create a balanced composition that reflects this detail while speaking to the sense of scale and architecture offering an experience at scale and up close to reveal all the elements.


BEZT, Poland

Bezt.org

This mural features the vibrant golden wattle, Australia’s national flower, arranged elegantly in a vase. The golden wattle symbolises the new and modern Australia, brimming with growth and vitality. The background pays homage to Aboriginal people, the original custodians of the land, celebrating their rich culture. The design depicted on the background here is a holder design - the artist will collaborate with a local Aboriginal artist on this project for them to create the background design. Their artistic contribution will be integral in the design, to ensure the mural has a respectful and genuine representation of Aboriginal culture. They would also be involved in painting enriching the mural with cultural depth and strengthen community ties through shared creativity and respect for heritage. The artist is also open utilising the existing black background of the tower, which would add to the depth and richness of the overall image due to the glossiness, and incorporate a design on the vase that is in collaboration with a local Aboriginal artist. The integration will create a harmonious blend between the mural and its surroundings.


Twoone, Italy/Melbourne

hiroyasutsuri.com/

This artwork is based on the strong connection Moama has with the natural environment, which is important to the local residents, industry, tourism and the people of the Yorta Yorta nation. I was able to speak with a local Yorta Yorta artist who was generous enough to share stories and connections to the birds of the region. I chose the White Face Heron, locally referred to as the “Blue Crane,” as the centrepiece for my composition. This bird holds significant cultural importance to the Yorta Yorta people and is well-known to residents and visitors of the Murray River region. The Crimson Rosella, Rainbow Lorikeet, Azure Kingfisher, and Superb Fairy Wren, are also included to create a rich colour palette for the work. To balance these colourful and exotic birds, I incorporated some real ‘locals’ into the work—the humble Australian Magpie and Common Myna. We live with these birds daily, and they are as much worth celebrating as their more exotic and colourful mates. I have included the River Red Gum in the composition.

Twoone has provided various background colour options, which are gradients derived from the rich colours of the light are sunset and dusk in Moama, including deep blue and purple, light blue or yellow/orange depicted here.

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