Ethan Harrison

Chair of the Melbourne Public Art Foundation

Ethan Harrison is a renowned artist and curator specializing in public art. Known for his large-scale outdoor installations, he has dedicated his career to fostering public cultural spaces through art. His works are often celebrated as “the voice of the city’s soul.”

• Curated and promoted the “Earth and Cities” public art initiative, spanning over 30 cities across five continents.
• Created the outdoor installation “Cycle of Time”, which became one of Melbourne’s most beloved cultural landmarks.
• Hosted the “Global Public Art Forum”, uniting artists and curators from around the world to discuss the future of public art.
• Received the “Art and Society Contribution Award”, recognizing his efforts in making art accessible to the broader public.
• Published “Art and the City: A Dialogue”, exploring the profound impact of public art on urban culture.
• Founded the “Community Art Collaboration Program”, integrating art with urban planning to enhance community engagement.
• Chaired multiple international public art juries, influencing the direction of public art globally.