Public Art Summit to inspire big ideas
Artists who have ever wanted to enhance a public space with unique artwork, will soon have the chance to nurture their ideas and get inspired at an upcoming public art summit to be held in Bundaberg on 22-23 February 2024.
Find: Public Art Summit is a two-day event that will allow visual artists, art students and artworkers from across Queensland to gather and learn from each other and a program of well-known public artists and arts professionals.
The Summit will include keynote sessions and more than 20 expert speakers, hands on art activities, and a VIP networking reception at the Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery.
Event Co-Director, Trudie Leigo, Regional Arts Manager at CQUniversity’s Regional Arts Services Network said the event will deliver a program that will nurture ideas and inspire creativity.
“Across a jam-packed two-day program of guest speakers, attendees will have the opportunity to hear direct from artists who specialise in creating art for public spaces as well as representatives from leading arts organisations.
“As well as being inspired creatively, attendees will also learn about how to deliver public art, pitch ideas, apply for funding and grants, and gain insights into how to plan art that connects their community.
“We are especially excited to offer keynote sessions from Brian Robinson who is one of Australia’s most renowned public artists and Paul Gurney from Urban Art Projects (UAP) who will share his experiences of connecting artists, designers, curators, architects, developers, and governments to realise incredible artworks for the public realm,” said Ms Leigo.
“If you are a creative looking to expand your career or enliven your business space or community, this event is for you!”
The event will be held across two full days on Thursday, 22 and Friday, 23 February 2024 at CQUniversity Bundaberg campus (Building 5).
Find: Public Art Summit has been made possible thanks to the generous support of Bundaberg Regional Council, as well as Arts Queensland through the Regional Arts Development Fund and the Regional Arts Services Network.
The Regional Arts Services Network is an initiative of the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. CQUniversity is serving as the Central Queensland provider from 2022 -2025.
Tickets for one-day and two-day passes are now on sale and are inclusive of event attendance and refreshments.
To secure a ticket at this event please visit the CQ Regional Arts Website.
