An initiative of Brisbane City Council

Artforce Brisbane
An initiative of Brisbane City Council

Taylor Houle

Evening Rest

Moggill Road & Service Road, Indooroopilly QLD
This design depicts two weary construction workers finally taking a well-deserved break in the late afternoon. The scene was inspired by the hard-working men and women operating behind the scenes of the massive Moggill Road construction project. I wanted to create a dedication to, not only them, but all of the countless workers that make our ever-growing city as beautiful as it is. Their faces remain blank to keep their anonymity and show their humility in never seeking recognition for their work. Imagery inspired by the classic Aussie tradie scene, including high vis, an esky and the crane that can always be seen somewhere in the city. The soothing colour palette with rich blues, oranges and pinks paints a vibrant sunset and relaxing atmosphere. Though the workers are exhausted, they look back at their work with satisfaction as the day comes to a close. This creates a sense of closure and contentment in the work. I hope to make people feel connected to and proud of our city, and want the workers to know that they are appreciated.
Box ID: B8119 (View Map Below)
Additional Participants: Charlie Houle, painting assistant and Daniella McCrystal, teacher
Organisation: Indooroopilly State High School
Produced: February 2025

A CITY IN PROGRESS

Taylor Houle’s ‘Evening Rest’ is located at Indooroopilly, a suburb known for its massive roundabout that is being transformed by the Moggill Road construction project.

‘Evening Rest’ was inspired by the hard-working men and women working on the project; and on a bigger scale, it reflects Brisbane’s constant urban development.

Taylor says that the workers’ blank faces ‘maintains anonymity and shows their humility, as they do not seek recognition for their work’. The inclusion of high-vis gear, esky, and a crane in the sky are classic Aussie tradie symbols. The fluid red and pink sky conjures a vibrant sunset and relaxing atmosphere: a snapshot of calm at the end of a work day.

Taylor hopes to make people feel connected to and proud of our city, and she wants the workers to know that they are appreciated. Taylor was assisted by her twin sister, Charlie Houle and supported by Indooroopilly State High School which they both attend.

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