About Colour Tumby Silo Art
Colour Tumby Silo Art is a large-scale public mural painted on the former Viterra grain silos on the foreshore at Tumby Bay on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. Completed in 2018 by Argentine artist Martin Ron, it is part of the Australian Silo Art Trail. The artwork depicts local children and is notable for its photorealistic style, waterfront location adjacent to Tumby Bay Jetty, and role in regional tourism.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect to view a large photorealistic mural covering the tall grain silos on the Tumby Bay foreshore. The site is an open outdoor area on flat sealed ground beside the Esplanade, with clear views from the road, car park and beachfront. Visitors can walk around the base of the silos, view the artwork from multiple angles, take photographs, and explore the adjacent jetty, beach and foreshore parklands.
Key highlights
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Large-scale photorealistic mural by Argentine artist Martin Ron covering the Tumby Bay grain silos
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Waterfront location on the Tumby Bay foreshore next to the jetty and beach
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Part of the Australian Silo Art Trail on the Eyre Peninsula
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Easily viewable from public areas with free access at any time
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Popular photography spot with changing light throughout the day