CANNING BRIDGE ART TRAIL

HEATH LEDGER MEMORIAL Ron M. Gomboc Donated to the City of Melville by the Ledger Family, 2009Polished concrete and marble.

A sculptural work commemorates the Australian actor Heath Ledger (1979-2008). The three-piece design incorporates a Yin and Yang design and two corresponding chess boards.

EMBRACE Bridget Norton, 2012 Galvanised aluminium and LEDs.

This sculptural light installation was designed in response to the rich and diverse history of the heritage site. The flower-like forms embody the themes of shelter, nurturing, community and growth.

HEATHCOTE PLAYGROUND ARTWORKS Anne Neil, Steve Tepper, Margaret Dillon and Simon Gauntlett, 2000Various materials.

The Heathcote playground features playful art elements with a nautical theme.

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FRAGMENT Kevin Draper, 2010Forged steel and concrete.

Fragment evokes memories and responses that relate to the coastal and agricultural environments of Western Australia and the fragile top soil that covers much of the Southern Coastal regions.

WEATHER FIGURE Tony Jones, 2011Recycled and painted steel.

Weather Figure reminds us of past occupants of the area and connects us with the weather in the most basic and elemental way; through seeing and learning. The sculpture has two kinetic components; a wind vane and a wind speed indicator.

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FAR & AWAY Darren Hutchens, 2012

Darren Hutchens painted this colourful and engaging artwork reflecting the imagination that is sparked through reading. A stylised river flows through a scene populated with imaginative characters.

ROCK BASE Jason Maxlow, 2016Steel pipe, stainless steel, jarrah and stone.

In this location the sculpture makes reference to a local story that this stretch of Canning Highway is said to be the ‘Highway to Hell’ that inspired the ACDC song by Bon Scott, a frequenter of the nearby Raffles Hotel.

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HEATHCOTE WEAVING HISTORIES Simon Gauntlet and Margaret Dillon (Concreto) and Anne Neil 2000Terrazzo and Brick.

A decorative wall relief and series of terrazzo artworks in the paths are based on the themes of maritime and geography, represented by knots and weaving patterns.

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NEW BEGINNINGS Ben Witherick (Konfucius Designs) and Joesph Boin (Art by Destroy), 2016

Commissioned under the City of Melville’s Public Art in Developments Policy.

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WENDING OUR WAY Pascal Proteau, 2013Recycled wood and copper.

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ESPLANADE MOSAIC SERIES Danka Scholtz von Lorenz, 2005 - 2009Mosaic tiles.

This series of five mosaic artworks embedded in the footpath along the river expresses the past and present significance of each site. Themes explored include jetties, water sports, flora and fauna, leisure and transport.

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MOUNT PLEASANT PARK STEPPING STONES Carol Clitheroe with students from Mount Pleasant Primary School, St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School and local residents, 2013Clay and concrete.

These ceramic artworks are themed around the natural environment; the birds, plants, insects and river life that can be found in Mount Pleasant.

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JETTY ART SEATS Jon Denaro with Waylen Bay Sea Scouts and Melville Woodturners, 2014Recycled timber and steel.

Jon Denaro led this cross-generational community arts project to create two custom park benches using materials salvaged from the old Deep Water Point Jetty.

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MOSAIC CUBE Danka Scholtz von Lorenz, 2006Mosaic tiles.

Produced by young people under the guidance of mosaic artist, Danka Scholtz von Lorenz, this giant colourful tiled cube reflects elements of the Swan and Canning Rivers.

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DEE ROAD Tony Jones, 2010Painted Steel.

Dee Road is based on the navigational aids that are the traffic signs of the river.

Symbols that relate to river and ocean activities like fishing, sailing and swimming and the human figure are characteristic of Tony’s sculptures.

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DEEP WATER UV METER, Tony Jones in collaboration with Cancer Council, 2013Steel sculpture with digital UV index meter.

This artwork houses a solar-powered UV meter to raise awareness about ultraviolet radiation (UV) levels and skin cancer prevention.

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YELLOW DOG Tich Dixon and Rebecca Johnston, 2013Concrete.

The concept for this public seating artwork is derived from Rebecca’s faithful canine companion, Pippa. The bright, quirky character reflects Pippa’s friendly personality.

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Welcome to the City of Melville Canning Bridge Art Trail!Experience an array of inspiring public art while strolling along the stunning Canning River foreshore from Point Heathcote to Mount Henry Bridge.

The Canning Bridge Art Trail showcases the scope and diversity of public art within the City of Melville and celebrates our vibrant public spaces, local landmarks, artistic talent and unique cultural identity, revealing a few hidden treasures along the way.

Artwork illustrations by Kelwin Wong.

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Pascal Proteau was inspired to create a sculpture relating to the site’s use. The piece consists of five oars in five different kinds of Australian hard wood. It is the artist’s homage to a simple but beautiful object; the oar.

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CANNING BRIDGE ART TRAIL LEGEND

MOSAIC/TERRAZOMURALSCULPTUREPLAYGROUND

1. HEATHCOTE WEAVING HISTORIESHeathcote cultural precinct

2. HEATH LEDGER MEMORIALHeathcote cultural precinct

3. HEATHCOTE PLAYGROUND ARTWORKSHeathcote cultural precinct

4. EMBRACEHeathcote Cultural Precinct,Duncraig Road, Applecross

5. WEATHER FIGURERound-a-bout at South of Perth Yacht Club,Duncraig Road, Applecross

6. FRAGMENTThe Raffles Hotel, Canning Highway,Applecross

7. FAR & AWAYCanning Bridge Library,Kintail Road, Applecross

8. ROCK BASECanning Highway Overpass (northern side)

9. NEW BEGINNINGS60 Kishorn Road, Mount Pleasant

10. WENDING OUR WAYCanning Bridge (Southern Side)

11. ESPLANADE MOSAIC SERIESVarious locations on the Esplanade, Mt Pleasant

12. MOUNT PLEASANT PARK STEPPING STONESOgilvie Road and Clive Street Park,Mount Pleasant

14. MOSAIC CUBEDeep Water Point

15. DEE ROADDeep Water Point

13. JETTY ART SEATSDeep Water Point

16. DEEP WATER UV METERDeep Water Point

17.YELLOW DOGDeep Water Point

CITY OF MELVILLE’SPUBLIC ART COLLECTION

The City of Melville’s public art collection consists of over 80 public artworks which have been acquired through artist commissions, exhibition purchases, donations and community arts projects.

The City of Melville also integrates public art into its playgrounds, parks landscaping and building designs and encourages developers within the City to do the same through a percent for art policy.

For more information please visit:www.melvillecity.com.au/publicart or subscribe to Arts eNews.

City of Melville Civic Centre, 10 Almondbury Road, Booragoon1300 635 845 | 9364 0666

Contemporary Gallery, Museum, Shop Artist Studios, Workshop Spaces and Venues for Hire.

Also featuring a world class restaurant, a popular and award winning playground and panoramic Swan River views, Heathcote provides the perfect family day out.

Regular Exhibitions and Perth Makers Market (held on selected Sundays throughout the year)

58 Duncraig Rd 9364 5666 www.heathcotewa.com