UAP | Urban Art Projects

We’re used to seeing labels on food, medicine, or clothing—but rarely on bespoke products like sculptures. An ingredient list offers transparency: it reveals a work’s origins, materials, carbon footprint, and how to handle it at end-of-life—whether through repair, reuse, recycling, or return. In collaboration with Griffith University, Future Normal, and Carbon Footprint Ltd, we developed the Artwork Ingredient List (AIL). This initiative brings transparency to public art by tracking materials, labour, energy use, and emissions. Like a nutrition label, it helps artists and clients make more informed, sustainable decisions. AIL was central to A Feral Commons, a global co-commission initiative by Alserkal Advisory, in collaboration with Global Cultural Districts Network (GCDN), curated by Tairone Bastien and presented in Kingston, Jamaica, Johannesburg, South Africa, and Dubai in the UAE. In Kingston, Camille Chedda’s Chain of Love revived a forgotten space with community stories and the resilient rice and peas bush. In Johannesburg, Ophidian’s Promise became the city’s first eco-duct, offering safe passage for wildlife across a river. And in Dubai, Muhannad Shono’s A Forgotten Place turned AC runoff water drops into a lifeline for feral plants thriving in the city’s margins. With the help of the creative districts, Kingston Creative, Victoria Yards and Alserkal Avenue, AIL will be shaped not only by local ecologies but by a more profound commitment to sustainability in both concept and production. #ArtworkIngredientList #AFeralCommons #Dubai #Kingston #Johannesburg #UAP #UrbanArtProjects #MuhannadShono #CamilleChedda #IoMakandal #KingstonCreative #VictoriaYards #AlserkalAvenue

Have you ordered your copy yet? Public Art in Review, Volume 1 (2019–2023) is now available! This first edition celebrates five years of bold, thought-provoking public art projects from around the globe—nominated by leading curators and realised by the visionary artists shaping our shared spaces. Proceeds from the book sales go to two incredible nonprofit organisations championing curatorial practice and arts advocacy: ICI (Independent Curators International) and National Association for the Visual Arts. https://lnkd.in/dnsjD3bu

Memphis’s Medical District Park has a new monument honouring the unseen labour of caregiving. “Monuments to Motherhood” is a trio of bronze sculptures by Molly Gochman designed to create moments of connection. The sculptures' open, looping forms invite rest, play, and reflection. Over time, the bronze surfaces will evolve, touched by weather and by those who engage with them—a living record of human connection. Bringing these sculptures to life was a process as intricate as the labour they honour. Molly's maquettes were transformed into full-scale bronze forms in our New York workshop, refined through digital modelling, casting, welding, and patination. Learn more about the project and the making of these works here: https://bit.ly/4lb7rSN #MollyGochman #MonumentsToMotherhood #M2M #UAP #UrbanArtProjects #IncredibleThings #MedicalDistrictPark #PublicArt #Sculpture #BronzeArt #ArtAndCare #HumanConnection #InteractiveArt #ContemporarySculpture #ArtInPublicSpaces #LostWaxCasting #Patina #CommunityArt #Caregivers #Caregiving

Our colleague in Sydney, Benjamin Clay, recently gave a guest lecture and seminar at the University of Sydney on Curating Public Art and Making Meaning. It is always a privilege to share insights on how public art can shape spaces, tell stories, and engage communities. Thank you to the University of Sydney for the opportunity to connect with the next generation of clients, curators, and creatives! #publicart #curation #artandcommunity #placemaking #publicspaces #artlecture #universityofsydney #creativeinsights #artandmeaning #futureofart

A protector, a companion, a vibrant symbol—Guardian Lion now watches over Melbourne Square, bridging myth, nature, and urban life in a dazzling display of colour and light. Inspired by the legend of the 'Grampian's big cat' and the global tradition of guardian lions, Troy Emery's monumental sculpture transforms the cityscape, offering both protection and playfulness. By day, its bold form captures attention; by night, its radiant glow reshapes the space around it. More than just an artwork, Guardian Lion is a landmark—a meeting place, a source of wonder, and a beacon of connection. Read more about its creation and significance: https://bit.ly/4bQRugx #PublicArt #GuardianLion #TroyEmery @oskpropertyau #MelbourneSquare #UrbanLandmarks #ArtInTheCity #Sculpture #Cityscape #MythAndModernity

For decades, the Penn Station Eagles, originally sculpted by Adolph Alexander Weinman in the early 20th century, stood as symbols of resilience. When the station was demolished in the 1960s, these guardians were scattered across the country. Now, one has found its way home. To restore history above PENN 2, a lost wax mould was taken from an original 7,500lb stone eagle, allowing us to cast a 500lb aluminium replica that preserves every sculpted detail. The result? A breathtaking tribute to NYC’s past, soaring once more above the city. Read More: https://bit.ly/43heLpx #adolphalexanderweinman #pennstationeagle #uap #urbanartprojects #incrediblethings #pennstationeagle #publicart #nychistory #sculpture #artconservation #historicalpreservation #landmarkrestoration #artprocess #craftsmanship #lostwaxcasting #historicnyc #preservinghistory

A mythical creature emerges in Melbourne’s cityscape—bold, vibrant, and full of life. But what is it guarding? A dazzling new landmark took its place at Melbourne Square, watching over the city with a presence that’s both fierce and friendly. Inspired by mythology, folklore, and the spirit of urban companionship, Guardian Lion is more than just a sculpture—it’s a symbol of connection. Stay tuned as we unveil the story behind this striking work of art. - Image Credit: Rachel See courtesy of UAP | Urban Art Projects - #troyemery #guardianlion @oskpropertyau @melbsquare #uap #urbanartprojects #incrediblethings #melbournesquare #publicart #urbanmythology #sculpture #artinmelbourne #citylandmark #modernfolklore #melbourneart #placemaking

'Before the End' by Huma Bhabha will soon be leaving the park! This powerful installation closes on March 9. These towering figures, cast from carved cork and skull fragments, bring an otherworldly energy to Brooklyn Bridge Park. Whether you’ve seen them before or not, now’s the perfect time for a final visit. Don’t miss this chance to see the incredible public artwork before it’s gone! - Image Credit: Nicholas Knight for Public Art Fund - #humabhabha #beforetheend @publicartfund @brooklynbridgepark #incrediblethings #sculpture #inspiration #aesthetic #culture #enigma #expression #contemplation #brooklynbridgepark #pier3 #mystery #ambiguity #landmarks #history #patina #bronze

Even though The Oscars have wrapped, we’re still savoring every moment—especially this behind-the-scenes look from The Academy! Watch as movie aficionado Reece Feldman takes us inside our NY workshop to trace the journey of the iconic Oscar Statuette, from a wax mold to a gleaming symbol of cinematic excellence. Congratulations to this year’s winners! https://lnkd.in/exF3VTRk #TheOscars #BehindTheScenes #UAP #UrbanArtProjects #MadebyUAP #IncredibleThings

“I want people to see themselves in the sculpture and be able to reflect on their day to day lives coming into the building.” -Nabila Nordin The artwork focuses on the magic of a prop department's production space. It illustrates how the behind-the-scenes space animates and comes to life when humans aren't present. By combining found objects like door handles and old furniture, Nordin creates an abstract and loosely figurative caricature that depicts the experience of getting ready and going to work. ‘The Tie and the Undercoat’ is showing at The Australian Embassy in Washington DC for the next year. This project has been supported by Art Makers, Agency Projects, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Australia in the US 🇦🇺🇺🇸. Read More: https://bit.ly/4ioY1Rk #nabnordin #tiesandundercoats #artmakers #agencyprojects #dfat #ausintheus #uap #urbanartprojects #incrediblethings #madebyuap #public #artwork #sculpture #everydaymagic #btswonders #foundobjects #artattheembassy #artmakers #agencyprojects #dfaf #australiauscollab