The artists who will transform the GrainCorp silos at Forest Hill have been announced! South East Queensland-based muralists Jordan Bruce and Joel Fergie have been selected to deliver the large-scale murals, with painting set to begin next month.
Jordan Bruce of the "Brightsiders" and Joel Fergie "The Zookeeper" are recognised nationally for delivering large-scale public artworks, including silo murals, water towers and major civic installations. Together, they have worked on a range of landmark vertical structures, including the Kallangur Water Tower, GrainCorp Silos at Yelarbon, Caboolture Water Tower, Beachmere Water Tower, Three Moon Silos at Monto, Cowra Water Towers and Peregian Water Tower.
The final design will remain under wraps for now, allowing the community to see it gradually emerge as the painting progresses. The mural will feature layered storytelling, nostalgic touches, meaningful interactions and a design that thoughtfully integrates with the existing railway line, creating a truly unique visual and visitor experience. Jordan and Joel have already spent time engaging with the Forest Hill community, speaking with residents and community groups to help ensure the artwork reflects the stories, values and character of the region.
The mural is expected to be completed by mid-November, weather permitting, and works on the corresponding viewing precinct are also timed for mid-November completion.
The viewing platform will provide residents and visitors with a safe and accessible location to view the large-scale murals on the silos. Once complete, the viewing precinct will deliver a range of new infrastructure, including a parking facility for cars, RVs and buses, new footpaths, landscaping, seating area and shaded facilities. Traffic management will be in place as required throughout the duration of the works, and Council appreciates the patience and understanding of all.
The project received $1.85 million in combined Australian Government and Queensland Government funding through the South East Queensland (SEQ) Liveability Fund, one of 29 commitments under the SEQ City Deal – a partnership between the Australian Government, Queensland Government and Council of Mayors (SEQ) to deliver long-lasting benefits for the fast-growing SEQ region.
