Public art commission opportunities

The San Carlos Art-Boxes are a pair of wall-mounted lightboxes in Croydon, presenting a changing program of contemporary artworks.

Applications from artists interested in exhibiting in the artboxes are sought throughout the year and each commissioned artist will receive a fee.

To apply, please send a recent copy of your curriculum vitae, a 200 word statement about why you would like to exhibit in San Carlos Way, and two proposed images to publicart@maroondah.vic.gov.au.

The San Carlos Art-Boxes are a pair of wall-mounted lightboxes in Croydon, presenting a changing program of contemporary artworks.

Image credit: Courtyard, Maroondah Federation Estate, Ringwood

Council is seeking expressions of interest from suitably experienced contemporary artists to develop and install applied works for one or more walls in the courtyard area and/or the street-facing back wall of the courtyard at Maroondah Federation Estate. 

A prominent cultural and arts facility in Ringwood, the venue houses galleries, artist studios and workshops as well as function rooms available for hire. 

A budget of between $20,000 to $100,000 (excluding GST) is available for the commission. We encourage representation from a wide range of artists.  Artists working collaboratively are also welcome. 

For selection criteria, project timeline, how to apply and other important information, please read through the documents linked below.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 8 April 2026.

Expressions of Interest - Artist commission

Expressions of Interest - Artist commission - Maroondah Federation Estate Courtyard(PDF, 3MB)

Expressions of Interest - Artist commission - Maroondah Federation Estate Courtyard(DOCX, 7MB)