National Museum of Australia

How can art bring history, culture, and community together in a meaningful way?

For the “Riding the Olympic Wave: Breakthrough Sports” exhibition at the National Museum of Australia (NMA), I collaborated with museum curators, the International Olympic Committee, and exhibition partners to design and install large-scale murals that celebrated the spirit of sport and innovation. This grant-funded project reflected our shared commitment to fostering creativity, education, and sustainability.

A key highlight was a paid mentorship for Surfcoast, Victoria Indigenous artist Jessi Rebel, supporting emerging talent and amplifying diverse voices. Together, we adhered to museum standards by using low VOC paints to ensure the safety of artefacts while delivering eight engaging and vibrant murals in the museum’s main foyer, The Gandel Atrium.

The project extended beyond the artwork itself, including media features, education workshops, and public engagement activities such as an educational film for the museum archives and five full-day school holiday programs for ages 5-17, all connected to the exhibition.

Completed on budget and within a two-week timeline, the mural was brought to life through collaboration with the Head Curator, international stakeholders, and local partners. After-hours access, police checks, and security clearance ensured a smooth and secure process.

Location: Main foyer, The Gandel Atrium, National Museum of Australia.