Public Art

This war memorial has a centerpiece of polished granite depicting a sword, a wreath, and one simple word, REMEMBER. Around the granite disc are six large stones (in pairs) set into the footpath, one of each pair has an engraved word – loss, sacrifice, and silence. The three pairs of boulders signify the three wings of our armed services.

The ‘Catching Squid’ artworks are nestled on the rocks near the Brighton Jetty. Adding an element of interest and surprise to passers-by, the bronze squids are a subtle addition to the Brighton Esplanade sitting proudly on the rock wall with the beach backdrop.

The artwork was created by Artist Gilbert Richardson with funding from a City of Holdfast Bay and the Sophia Naismith Foundation.

The symbols references and materials relate to celestial navigation. This complex and accurate form of navigation, once sacred knowledge is now reduced to high technology equipment.

Design and created by Vans the Omega, the Chittleborough Lane mural located just off Sussex Street was installed in 2015 to brighten up the dull lane and combat some of the ongoing graffiti vandalism that was happening at the site. The mural extends along the side and to the back of the building.

Artist Fortrose created a colourful and vibrant mural on the Event Cinema building along Cowper Street. The work represents shapes and motifs mixed with a fresh colour palette, soft undertones, and bold bright accents. This work also complements Fortrose’s other work along Milton Street.

The Elements of Play artworks along Brighton Jetty is series of installations that celebrate the physical environment and heightens awareness of wind, the waves and sunlight.

Astra Parker is known fro using steel to create remarkably organic forms that reflect natural forms. This sculptural work sits proudly along the Jimmy Melrose Reserve and plays beautifully with the stunning coastal setting.

Gene the Giraffe takes pride of place along the tramline Glenelg, he can be spotted by pedestrians and cyclists as they travel the Mike Turtur bikeway or tram commuters as they travel to and from Glenelg.

The design and artwork were created by Bronte Naylor as part of the 2018 SALA Big Picture Fest.

This artwork was Lisa King’s first large-scale mural in Adelaide.

Purchased from the 2019 Brighton Jetty Sculptures Festival.

Located on the southern side of the Brighton Jetty.

An aluminium spiraling structure that captures the movement of water and wind.

More than ever, we need to remember to 'Hang Loose' and connect with the ocean, with nature and with each other. It's good for the soul.
This sculpture was purchased by Council from the 2015 Brighton Jetty Sculptures Event and installed along the Esplanade as an iconic beachside work of art.

The beachside artwork designed and created by artist Elizabeth Close was part funded by the Department of Environment and Water. Elizabeth is a Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara woman from the APY Lands.
The artwork design talks to acknowledging country, as well as travelling or walking along the coast and the beauty of the coastal landscape.

Jetty Road, Brighton Mural by local Artist and resident Azzuro, commissioned by City of Holdfast Bay Community Chest Grant 2016

This bronze head and shoulder bust was created by artist Ken Martin as a tribute to Charles James (Jimmy) Melrose (1913-1936). Raised on Glenelg’s Esplanade at Glenwood Mansions (now Melrose Apartments), Jimmy captivated the world with his aviation exploits across the globe. He established several Australian flying records and set world records, all within 3 short years. Tragically, on 5 July 1936, aged 22, Jimmy died on a charter flight from Melbourne to Darwin when his Heston Phoenix broke up over South Melton, Victoria in turbulent conditions. His death sent shock waves around the world as people mourned their 'chivalrous young knight of the air'.