A local First Nations artist named Tallman approached the Ipswich Central Partnership on Bell Street offering his services. The partnership jumped at the opportunity and coordinated approvals, painting supplies and man power to help paint street furniture on Bell Street. Each seat represents an animal important to indigenous people. Every town needs a Tallman!

Connected with local First Nations artist Tallman after he approached the Ipswich Central Partnership with a creative idea to contribute to Bell Street.
Worked collaboratively to coordinate approvals, organise painting supplies, and bring together local support and manpower to deliver the project.
Activated existing street furniture through culturally significant public art, with each painted seat representing an animal important to Indigenous culture and storytelling.
Partnered with the City of Ipswich to support community-led placemaking, demonstrating how local artists and grassroots collaboration can help create vibrant and meaningful public spaces.