Community+based+art+projects

Communities via local councils, local organisations, business and industries recognise the importance of the **//Visual Arts//** in engaging the community and creating things that 'define' the area.

It is really important for you to begin to 'look out' for these artworks and consider the broader role of 'art' and the industry which supports and nurtures its development.

When looking at these artworks consider the 'dialogue' created, why the artist has created the piece, the worth of the peice to the community and the 'longevity' of the artwork.

Here are some examples which I have recently 'discovered' on my exploration of the city of Melbourne. == =This piece has been produced as part of the, [|'OUT THERE' Billboard Art Program.]= //The OUT THERE Billboard Art Program is a public art project which brings contemporary art to the street. Dedicated to displaying public art, this billboard site will be activated by a program of works which aims to engage, surprise and intrigue passers by.// //Located on Otter Street Collingwood, just at the corner of lively Smith Street, this high profile billboard site will give the local community and visitors to the City of Yarra a chance to engage in contemporary public art as part of their everyday life and artists the opportunity to have their work seen by thousands of people every day.//
 * City of Yarra initiative in partnership with 7-Eleven.**