Artworks

Journey is a major sculptural commission by Kamilaroi artist Reko Rennie, developed for Edith Cowan University’s City Campus. Comprising two large-scale feather forms rising 5 and 4 metres in height, the work draws on the cultural significance of the Karak (Red-tailed Black Cockatoo) and Ngoolark (White-tailed Black Cockatoo) to Whadjuk Noongar …

Kep Koorliny Djenna Bidi (Water Moving Walking Trail) is an integrated ground plane artwork by Bibbulmun artist Lea Taylor that traces the movement of water and story across Country. Embedded within the paving of the ECU City campus, the work draws on Noongar knowledge systems and the journeys of the Wagyl, the …

Apparatus has completed the integrated public artwork Grit at the Wallis Drilling Headquarters in Hazelmere. This project involved the creation of a large-scale perforated artwork embedded within the architectural façade across multiple buildings, forming part of the site’s external shading system. Wallis Drilling is a family-owned Western Australian company with …

Peregrination: a journey is a 1.5km-long artwork bringing together the work of four artists. The artist team includes Mel McVee (Melski), Haylee Fieldes (Fieldey), Amok Island, Whadjuk Noongar artist Seantelle Walsh (Kardy Kreations), and David Sparrow (Light Applications).  Their artwork represents a journey – weaving culture, history, and nature. Layered …

The composition and scale evoke a grove of tree-like forms, blending industrial heritage with a natural, sculptural rhythm.  The sculptures were constructed primarily from recycled steel and repurposed components. Bright, playful colours were chosen to be visually inviting, especially for children, who may also engage with the kinetic elements in some of the …

 Held in Place is a community-driven mural created in collaboration with students from Marri Grove Primary School.  Developed through creative workshops, the mural layers expressive student artworks with native flora and fauna, local elements and abstracted forms to reflect Byford’s identity. A flowing white line connects the composition, symbolising pathways of connection …

The completed Seventh Road Artwork stands as a vibrant visual narrative inspired by the natural environment and architectural forms of the Armadale area. Drawing from the vertical lines of Sheoak, Wandoo, Jarrah, and Marri trees, as well as the structural elements of Armadale Station’s metal banding and concrete panels, the …

Nydjyll / Nigel Chadd’s artwork is a powerful expression of his deep cultural and spiritual connection to Bibbulmun Whadjuk Country, Boorloo Beeliar / Kaarda Moorda Boodja. Grounded in the ancient lore of Boorongur, which teaches the interconnectedness of all living things, his work carries a strong sense of responsibility to …

Dellas Bennell’s artwork invites viewers to embark on a journey of discovery through the Armadale Station precinct, exploring the native flora, fauna, and cultural narratives that sustain Noongar country. The work reflects the unique identity and layered history of Armadale, celebrating the area’s native plants and animals, while also honouring …

Goongoongup mural installation tells three layers of a story based on keywords developed in a community workshop with residents. Starting from the pillars, the seven designs represent energy passing through us, stories that connect us, intersectionality, water flowing between the land and the sky, songlines, the nine lake systems and …

The contemporary artwork, Djinanginy kaartdijin, Yaakanup (Seeing and Understanding Place of Long Neck Turtle), contains a discovery trail of abstracted shapes and forms representing themes of dek & barna (flora & fauna); kep (water); biddi (path); Waangaamaap Bilya (Serpentine River) and kuljak/marlee (black swan). The concept was developed through collaborative …

Noongar, Whadjuk, Ballardong, artist, Shane Hansen created artworks for both the interior lobby rugs and the exterior landscape design. Shane’s artwork depicts an aerial view of the confluence of the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River estuary) and Djarlgarra Beelier (Canning River). The cursive lines sandblasted into the ground plane represent the …

Wadandi, Menang, Kaniyang, Ballardong, artist Lea Taylor was commissioned to create the Brookfield Place lobby atrium artwork Yandjitup Kep-Werd (Place of the Bullrush Waterfall). The artwork employs strips of hand-formed stainless steel to mimic the unique blades of Yandjit, while colours of blue, green to represent water, are contrasted against …

Whadjuk Tainui Indigenous Artist, Julianne Wade was commissioned to create a 30m mural to be used as hoarding during the renewal construction works. The artwork traces the life cycle of a kwela (sheoak), which would have once inhabited the site, through the Noongar six seasons. Julianne Wade painted the artwork …

In 2020, Apparatus and Lendlease worked together on Curtin University’s new School of Design and the Built Environment in Bentley. Lendlease approached Apparatus to develop a collaborative project working with Aboriginal artists that could action both organisation’s Elevate Reconciliation Action Plans (RAP). The result was Winin Katidjin Bilya (Living Knowledge …

The title of Dellas’s sculpture, ‘Yandi Wildflowers’ is a conceptualisation of collecting wildflowers with her family matriarchs. A yandi full of the promise of the beautiful bounty provided during Djilba. Season: Djilba Season of conception August – September The Noongar Season ‘Djilba’ is represented by the colour pink as it …

Kamsani Bin Salleh’s sculpture pays homage to the resourceful nature of the wardung (crow). Season: Makaru Season of fertility – first rains June – July The Noongar Season ‘Makaru’ is represented by the colour dark blue as it symbolises rain and cold weather Concept Rationale The wardung (crow / Australian …

Rubeun Yorkshire’s dynamic sculpture evokes water, land, and topography. Season: Birak Season of youth – first summer December – January The Noongar Season ‘Birak’ is represented by the colour red as it symbolises heat, sun and fire Concept Rationale Rubeun’s sculpture is a representation of the land, drawing inspiration from …

Jarni McGuire’s artwork represent Kambarang, using towering bronze forms to evoke the warran yams, traditionally cultivated in this season, as well as the female form. Season: Kambarang Concept Rationale “Kambarang; being the season of birth, evokes my maternalism. Hearing Nanna Vivienne Hansen share her knowledge about bush medicines and the …

Lea’s sculpture ‘ Connection’ combines the idea of caring for land and community with her skills as a weaver. Season: Djeran Season of adulthood April – May The Noongar Season ‘Djeran’ is represented by the colour green as it is the time of the year when the cooler weather begins. …

David Jones’ shimmering sculpture references water bodies, their power to provide nourishment through food, and comfort from the searing heat of Bunuru. Season: Bunuru Season of adolescence February – March The Noongar Season ‘Bunuru’ is represented by the colour orange and is the hottest time of the year. Concept Rationale …

Public art creates opportunities for community members to engage with their surroundings and interact with each other, promoting social cohesion and a sense of community ownership. By facilitating public art, local governments, and organizations can create a platform for community members to come together and collaborate, creating a shared experience that strengthens the bonds of the community.

Cliff has become an integral part of the new School of Design and the Built Environment building at Curtin University’s Bentley Campus, characterising the essence of the place and the pedagogy of the building. Cliff is an installation of stones that are in fact the earth itself. Western Australia is …

Public art creates opportunities for community members to engage with their surroundings and interact with each other, promoting social cohesion and a sense of community ownership. By facilitating public art, local governments, and organizations can create a platform for community members to come together and collaborate, creating a shared experience that strengthens the bonds of the community.

A series of nodal artworks were proposed which complement the choreography of pedestrian movement through the precinct and enable a conversation with the site to take place as you make this journey. Composed of stainless steel and safety glass, the sculptural forms undergo a unique day to night transition. This …

The Journey is a six storey metal artwork at the entrance of the Stan & Jean Perron Child Advocacy Centre, which houses multiple children’s services for young people at risk in Perth, Western Australia. The message of art in the Child Advocacy Centre context must be “Enter.” Within the patterns …

Commissioned by Shire of Eperance / Collaboration with Chris Nixon / Photography by Dan Paris / Managed by Apparatus The artists study of place & purpose formed a narrative to drive their artistic direction: Expansive Spaces & Intimate Communities. The integrated artwork is expressed through a painted treatment, enhanced through …

The City of Vincent contracted Apparatus to procure and project manage Robotopia, a public artwork for the North Perth Town Centre, an urban village close to the Perth city centre. The inner-city site had specific issues to be congisant of, which included being aware of the need not to impinge …