FORM is calling for visionary artists to shape a world-class cultural landmark: the Esperance Sculpture Trail. Spanning 500 kilometres of dramatic coastline, ancient woodlands, and wild country, this epic project will forge a permanent legacy across one of Australia's most awe-inspiring landscapes.

Deep Roots, Unbounded Vision

Shaped by 18 months of deep community co-design, the trail balances large-scale landmarks with intimate discoveries. Our core principle is simple: who owns the story, tells the story. Artists will work with Traditional Owners, residents and community groups so that each artwork carries lived experience.

Rooted in the curatorial themes of Edge, Future, and Resilience, this initiative aims to deliver place-responsive contemporary art across Kepa Kurl.

The Opportunities

Baarndi Trail

Sixteen commissions of $25,000 to $35,000 each, excluding footings and installation. Small scale standalone works along the coastal dune path linking Castletown Quays with Bandy Creek and the marina. Open to artists who live in or can demonstrate strong links to the Shire of Esperance. Emerging and established artists both welcome.

Helms Arboretum, Great Ocean Trail, Lake Monjingup and Salmon Gums

Landmark or experience-based works, $400,000 to $800,000 each. Open EOI, established artists.

Esperance Jetty

An artwork in the ocean area near the jetty and shoreline, $500,000 to $900,000. Open EOI, established artists.
All sites remain subject to approvals and may not go ahead. Budgets will be confirmed once approvals are issued.

Key Dates

EOI Submissions Due: 5 PM AWST, Monday 14 September 2026  

Shortlist Notification: Monday 21 September 2026  

Concept Proposals Due: Mid-October 2026  

Contracting: Late October 2026

Ready to apply?

Bring your work to one of Western Australia's most extraordinary coastlines. Download the full Artist Brief and submit your EOI application as a single PDF to:

Alyssa Reid
SENIOR PRODUCER
alyssa.reid@form.net.au

Apply for as many opportunities as you like, noting that each submission requires its own statement of intent.

Submissions close 5pm Monday 14 September 2026.