Toowoomba Regional Council is calling for expressions of interest from local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to create an artwork for its upcoming Reconciliation Action Plan.

The artwork will visually represent Toowoomba Regional Council's (TRC) commitment to reconciliation, learning, respect and the celebration of First Nations culture and heritage across the region.

TRC Portfolio Leader for People, Culture and Engagement, Councillor Melissa Taylor, said the commissioned piece would form the centrepiece of the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

"This artwork will represent our devotion to build a unified future which acknowledges the tapestry of the many stories and histories that have shaped our Region," Cr Taylor said.

The selected artist will be engaged to create a two-dimensional work, which may include painting, drawing, printmaking, digital art, illustration, textiles or mixed media.

The artwork must inspire connection, collaboration and transformation; acknowledge history and tradition; imagine a vibrant future; celebrate creativity, knowledge and culture as a source of pride; and reflect reconciliation values.

Cr Taylor said the project was an opportunity to highlight the ongoing cultural influence of First Nations people in the region.

"This is a great opportunity for artists who want to share their cultural experiences and knowledge with the wider Toowoomba Region community, and to celebrate that First Nations culture has shaped this Region for thousands of years and continues to do so today," she said.

Artists interested in applying must submit a curriculum vitae, an artist statement outlining their cultural connection and artistic approach, and examples of past work.

Cr Taylor said shortlisted artists would be asked to submit a detailed concept proposal.

"A select number of artists will be shortlisted based on the expressions of interest which Council receive," she said.

"These artists will then be asked to produce a detailed concept proposal, including an artwork concept statement, detailed plans of the artwork specifying materials and fabrication, visuals such as sketches or models and an estimation of costs."

The successful artist will be announced during the week of Monday 26 May, with the final artwork to be completed by Wednesday, 20 August 2025.

For enquiries, artists can email TRC-RAP@tr.qld.gov.au.