Post Office Lane Lightbox Gallery Exhibition by local artist, Sara Walker 2023.
As part of the Rocks Laneway redevelopment in 2019, the City established Geraldton's newest exhibition space - the Post Office Lane Lightbox Gallery. Consisting of eight lightbox cabinets, the City encourages artists of the Midwest to submit a Lightbox Gallery Exhibition Proposal to have the opportunity to showcase their work in the public realm.
Successful applicants will be paid $1,200 excluding GST. This should cover all costs related to the development and presentation of the work including the artist fees, materials and costs associated with digiting the artwork ready for print. The City will cover and organise the printing of the digital artworks on non-adhesive Backlit film. The City's Public Art Team will install and deinstall the works, and the Artist may keep the prints at the end of their exhibition.
This opportunity is open to artists of all ages and experience levels, as well as community groups or curators of group exhibitions. Applications must be submitted through the online application form by the closing date provided.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
This EOI will be open from Wednesday 22 January 2025 to Wednesday 2 April 2025.
There will be four (4) EOIs selected to commission Midwest Artist(s) to showcase their work in the Post Office Lane Lightbox Gallery.
Exhibition slots available for the 2025/26 financial year:
You will need to confirm on the online application form which exhibition slot you are applying for. Artist can select as many slots as they like for consideration.
View the full ARTIST BRIEF - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST here.
Click here to complete the online application form.
CURRENT EXHIBITION
Dibble Dabble by Luke Barlow
December 24 to February 25
Dibble Dabble is a miscellaneous assortment of original artworks most of which have come about from random sketches and "dabbles" in Luke's spare time. As the collection of creatures grew, Luke felt it would be a shame not to share some of his favourite characters with you all.
"Dibble Dabble" by Luke Barlow
PAST EXHIBITIONS
Celebrating Diversity by Siobhan Macdonnell (Pixel Kohai)
October to December 24
This collection aims to highlight some of the different types of mobility aids and medical devices used by individuals living with chronic illnesses, neurodivergence, and disabilities. By sharing these diverse experiences, we empower disabled individuals to feel recognized and valued while cultivating greater awareness and understanding within the community.
"Celebrating Diversity" by Siobhan Macdonnell (Pixel Kohai), 2024. Digital Illustration - Pixel Art.