Community
Artwork Wanted for Waving Wall
The partnership between the DoI and the Arts Council, is part of a wider package of public artworks around the prom.
Three artists are to be commissioned to produce a series of artwork panels on Douglas Prom’s new wall.
The partnership between the DoI and the Arts Council, is part of a wider package of public artworks around the prom.
In its initial phase, panels will be constructed within two sections of wave protection wall between the Sea Terminal and the TT Café and from just south of the War Memorial to the Empress Hotel.
Submissions from artists should reflect Manx traditional or contemporary culture, or relate to the promenade itself and the maritime environment.
Chair of theArts Council, Claire Christian MHK, said: ‘Public art has been proven to immortalise a strong sense of identity of an area, enhancing uniqueness and character and encourages people to view land, sea and community in new ways. We are really excited to see the designs and concept artists will bring to this exciting opportunity.’
Minister Tim Crookall added: ‘The Department is pleased to offer this unique opportunity for public artwork, which will build on the recent collaborations with local artists and the IOM Arts Council through the regeneration of Douglas Promenade and City Centre.’
