First Nations Artwork Commission - Expressions of Interest

Are you an Aboriginal artist with Peramangk, Kaurna or Ngarrindjeri heritage? 

Landscapes Hills and Fleurieu is calling on Aboriginal artists to design the artwork that will help shape the new regional landscape plan and inspire the community to care for the land, water and nature of the Hills and Fleurieu. At the heart of the Hills and Fleurieu Landscape Plan 2026-2031 is a deep respect for the Ngarrindjeri, Kaurna, and Peramangk peoples, who have cared for Country for generations, and we want to make sure this is reflected in the new plan.

Interested artists are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest before 3 November 2025 - complete the online form here- it will only take a minute.

Artists submitting EOIs must have cultural authority or support from community elders to provide artwork representative of First Nations in the region.   

A dedicated panel will then start a process of choosing the right artist for the piece and working with them to negotiate some of the details. This is a paid and commissioned piece of artwork and we’re excited to see what’s created. 

Both individual artists and co-creators are welcome to apply. We would love to see art that celebrates the region as a place of shared culture, connection and care, representing the enduring relationships First Nations peoples hold with our lands, waters, seas and skies. While the artwork will be used in the landscape plan, it may also be incorporated into general branding and design assets and be used on other corporate documents, the website and more.

If you would like to complete the EOI via hardcopy or phone, we can certainly accommodate that too – call us on 8391 7500.