Source : PERTHNOW NEWS
An up-and-coming creator can work alongside an experienced artist to create a new public mural at Claremont’s Bay View Community Centre.
Young artists aged 16-25 are being given an opportunity to hone their craft through a paid art mentorship being brought back by the Town of Claremont.
The selected artist will be taught all the steps while designing, creating and painting the mural to become the latest splash of colour in the town’s growing public art collection.
Mayor Jock Barker called it a unique opportunity for young creatives to be paid and gain real experience.
“The arts are important in our community, as are our young people,” he said.
“This initiative offers one young Claremont resident a chance to work with a professional artist and develop their talents and interest.
“What is even better is that the completed artwork will feature on a wall at the Bay View Community Centre for the community to see and enjoy.”
Last year Chloe McDermott from Swanbourne was chosen to work with WA mural artist Haylee ‘Fieldey’ Fieldes to create a piece highlighting the new sport facilities at Rowe Park.
Applications close January 29 via the Town of Claremont website.
