A stunning seaside silo has been decorated in flowers at The Federal Mills.
As you go over the Corio Quay Road overpass on Melbourne Road heading into Geelong city, look to your left for a vibrant new addition to The Federal Mills Precinct.
Bellarine-based artist Sai Neoh has been strapped to a silo at The Federal Mills this month, transforming a disused water tower into a vibrant public work of botanical art.
The Federal Mill Silo Mural Project Launch
- When: Wednesday 18 December 2024, 4pm – 7pm
- Where: 1915, The Federal Mills, 13-35 Mackey Street, Geelong Victoria
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Spanning 400sqm, the project, as driven by Hamilton Group Property, has been the biggest and most challenging to date for the renowned muralist with the curvature of the silo unlike his standard wall canvases. However, the end result has been worth it, as vibrant painted native plants engulf the tower.
With the project having only commenced in early November, Neoh has brought his signature stylings to the silo, with graphic meeting natural forms, dancing through colours and patterns. His 20 years worth of works span urban structures with projects undertaken for City of Melbourne, City of Hobart, City of Monash, City of Casey, Melbourne Central, Greenpeace, Rayban, Red Bull and, a surprising addition of the John Butler Trio.
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The tower will be formally open for viewing on Wednesday 18 December with a special celebration and viewing from boiler-house-turned-beautiful restaurant 1915’s rooftop. The celebration will run from 4pm until 7pm, offering the public a chance to see the right to the top of the silo tower.
Find out more about the project here.
