Visual artists who reside in the Manukau area are invited to submit proposals for an innovative and colourful two-dimensional mural for the stage structure in Ferguson Oaks on Dawson Road, near the Tupu Youth Library in Otara. At the moment, the site is well used by local youth as a meeting place but it isn’t very attractive. The creation of a new mural will improve the park’s appearance and bring colour and creativity to the stage structure. This is an opportunity to bring local visual arts into the public realm. The project encourages local participation in the park and promotes community ownership of public art in South Auckland. Submissions close on Friday 4 September, 2009. The Dawson Road Mural Project is a collaboration between Manukau Arts, Libraries, Parks, the Manukau Beautification Trust, and the Otara community. For enquiries, please contact Ema Tavola, Pacific Arts Coordinator, Manukau Arts Email: Ema.Tavola@manukau.govt.nz; Ph. 09 271 6019 / 027 4650493.
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