Creative Places Public Art Photography Commission

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Creative Places is a pilot program by Maribyrnong City Council that aims to transform underutilised commercial properties in the Footscray Central Business District into dynamic, vibrant and accessible creative spaces.

This program, supported by investment from the Victorian Government’s Creative Neighbourhoods Partnerships Pilot Program, will foster community involvement, stimulate economic revitalisation, and address the need for affordable venues for the local creative community. The pilot program will span from 10 December 2024 to 31 March 2025.

The Creative Places Public Art Photography Commission (presented in collaboration with the Centre for Contemporary Photography) commissioned a local photographer to exhibit a photographic series on the exterior of the former Forges building in large-scale billboard formats.

Congratulations to Daniel Temesgen whose body of work, Us (pictured below) was selected for the commission. 

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About Us
by Daniel Temesgen

Us is a compelling photography series created by Daniel Temesgen, a photographer dedicated to capturing the intricate beauty and diverse identities of communities.

This series aims to bring people together by highlighting the collective resilience, struggles, and triumphs of those who come from different ends of the world to form a society. Through evocative imagery, Usinvites viewers to reflect on themes of migration, identification, and the universal quest for belonging.

This work portrays the sacrifices and patience required to establish a sense of home while embracing one’s identity and being accepted as is. With each frame, Us celebrates the human spirit, presenting stories that resonate with shared emotions, dreams, and the enduring strength found in community connections.

About Daniel Temesgen

Daniel Temesgen is a photographer dedicated to storytelling, with work that explores shared experiences and fosters understanding.

Daniel has been nominated for Australia’s National Photographic Prize in 2024 and has collaborated with local and international brands, bringing their visions to life through thoughtful and impactful photo-based artworks.

Daniel is passionate about community engagement, using his skills to amplify voices and build connections through visual storytelling.

More about Daniel Temesgen

To find out more and to see more of his work Follow Daniel on Instagram.