In March 2018, Annette and Eric Green embarked on what was meant to be a typical Australian road trip. Little did they know, it would evolve into a fascinating journey of art discovery that has since enchanted millions.

While travelling through Western Australia’s picturesque Wheatbelt, the retired couple encountered their first gem - a vibrant, geometric banksia mural by Dutch street artist Amok Island, adorning the grand silos of Ravensthorpe. This mesmerising art piece sparked a newfound passion in the Greens, transforming their leisurely trip into a quest to uncover the hidden tapestry of silo artworks sprinkled across the Australian outback.

Navigating the expansive terrains in their trusty Toyota Coaster minibus, Annette and Eric quickly discerned the challenge - there was no comprehensive resource to locate these mesmerising artworks. With the same spirit that ignited their unexpected journey, they rose to the occasion.

Annette initiated a Facebook page, a platform for fellow travellers to exchange insights, images, and the awe that encapsulated each discovery. The page's soaring popularity was a testament to the collective allure of these artworks and underscored the need for a consolidated guide.

Thus, the Australian Silo Art Trail (ASAT) website was born in 2019. It is not just a website but a treasure trove, documenting the intricate tales and vivid imagery of every known silo artwork in Australia.

In just a few short years, silo art has grown into one of Australia’s most iconic public art movements—captivating locals, attracting visitors from across the country, and helping regional towns rediscover their identity and pride.

Silo Art began in 2015, when FORM commissioned internationally renowned artists to paint the CBH grain silos in Northam, Western Australia—earning the honour of Australia’s first painted silos.

However, it was in 2016, in Victoria’s Wimmera region, that the concept truly gained recognition and momentum. Conceived and curated by Juddy Roller in collaboration with the Yarriambiack Shire Council—and supported by both state and federal funding—the trail brought world-class artists to the Wimmera Mallee, transforming a series of disused silos into a nationally recognised arts destination.  It connected multiple silo sites under one artistic vision—establishing a blueprint for silo art trails nationwide.

Since then, these large-scale murals have transformed rural landscapes across Australia. They’ve sparked a nationwide movement, bringing cultural, social, and economic benefits to dozens of regional communities.

As the movement grew, Annette and Eric Green—two passionate travellers—began documenting every painted silo they discovered. What started as a simple map and Facebook page to help fellow travellers has since evolved into the Australian Silo Art Trail, a small business dedicated to showcasing public art and supporting the towns behind it.

Today, we’re proud to continue that mission. Through the sale of our Silo Art Calendar, 50% of all profits are donated back to the regional communities featured—ensuring the movement not only celebrates rural Australia, but gives back to it.