Hosier Lane is Melbourne’s most famous open-air street art gallery. But while the towering brick walls of the laneway showcase massive, sweeping murals, it is the smaller architectural details—specifically the service doors, doorways, and fire exits—that capture the raw essence of the lane’s underground culture. Natalie’s Photographing Public Art Challenge Dan’s Thursday Doors Challenge Jack…
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Tuesday Mural: Kylie – 147
For the 2026 Toyota AFL Grand Final, Juddy Roller commissioned, curated and produced a monumental Kylie Minogue portrait by Adnate for Telstra and the AFL, in collaboration with Mushroom Creative House. Standing 13 storeys tall on Clement House, opposite Flinders Street Station, the portrait faces the MCG, where Kylie headlined the Telstra Pre-Game Entertainment. Kylie…
Melbourne Tram Doors
Over the years, Melbourne’s trams have come a long way. The traditional trams, which by the way are still rolling on the streets up to now, reflect the nostalgia and heritage of the past. This here is a sample of the olden style tram that serves as a mode of transport for locals but mostly…
Tuesday Streetart: Frankston – 146
As I’ve shared in my previous posts, Frankston has become a true mural haven in Melbourne’s southeast, bursting with colour, creativity and incredible street art! Around Bayside Shopping Centre, I discovered three fantastic artworks worth seeking out: a striking bluish portrait by Sofles… A beautiful woman with flower-filled hair by Maria Peña… And the wonderfully…
Tuesday Streetart: Chadstone – 145
A mural inside the food court at Chadstone—affectionately known as “Chaddy,” Melbourne’s Fashion Capital.
Tuesday Streetart: Black Rock Mural – 144
I had lunch at an Italian restaurant in Black Rock last Sunday with my in-laws. Black Rock is a seaside suburb about 20 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD. While there, I noticed two colourful murals near the Woolies car park, created as part of a local council initiative aimed at preventing graffiti and brightening up the…
Tuesday Streetart: Sesta En La Playa – 143
Siesta En La Playa (Nap on the Beach) that I found on my walk in Frankston. It is by one of my favourite street artist, Bronik. She is a Peruvian artist, now based in Melbourne. This large mural was done in 2024 as part of the Big Picture Fest. According to the artist: “The best…
Tuesday Streetart: St Andrews – 141
A mural painted on a water tank by Rebekah Sammi Clarke’s (a.k.a @ashalacreations). It can be found in 83 Burns St, St Andrews VIC 3761, Australia We went there one Saturday to go to a weekend market.
Tuesday Streetart: High Street Berwick – 140
There is a new mural in Berwick that was mentioned to me by my friend. Kathleen. It is by artist Arina Apostolova and is a tribute celebrating the life and legacy of Lady Casey at the Berwick Senior Citizens Centre (located near High Street, Berwick). Created in August 2026, it features intricate portrait and detail…
Tuesday Streetart: Olinda – 138
I was in Sassafras just a few weeks ago and was sad to see that the lovely Alice in Wonderland mural was gone. Then yesterday, I happened to drop by the same teapot shop (Tea Leaves) in Olinda—and there it was! The street art had been relocated to Olinda in March 2025, carrying on the…
Tuesday Streetart: Dandenong Market – 137
These sweeping mural panels at Dandenong Market, completed in 2022 by Mike Makatron, Karena Bravo, Bryan Itch and Sebastian Fransz, burst with colour and energy. It is celebrating Greater Dandenong’s cultural vibrancy and the ways young people connect through community, friendship, food, sport and nature, reflecting the area’s rich and diverse spirit. Dandenong is a…
Tuesday Streetart: Brooklyn 2 – 135
You probably know by now that I love sharing photos my kids send me from their adventures. This time, the photos are from my son, Tim. While in New York, he thought of his mumma during his downtime and sent me some wonderful phone snaps of Brooklyn’s colourful murals and street art. It was such…
Tuesday Streetart: Brooklyn 1 – 134
You probably know by now that I love sharing photos my kids send me from their adventures. This time, the photos are from my son, Tim. While in New York (he’s now in Los Angeles), he thought of his mumma during his downtime and sent me some wonderful phone snaps of Brooklyn’s colourful murals and…
Tuesday Streetart: AC/DC Lane (3) – 133
More Streetart from the same laneway.
Tuesday Streetart: AC/DC Lane (2) – 132
AC/DC Lane is one of Melbourne’s most famous laneways, named in honour of the Australian rock band AC/DC. Walking through ACDC Lane felt like stepping into an open-air art gallery. Every wall is covered with colourful murals, graffiti, stencils, and street art, each telling its own story.
Tuesday Streetart: BGC Mural – 129
I visited the BGC Arts Center in Taguig, Metro Manila, and saw a long mural showcasing Filipino dances and musical instruments. Called Isang Guhit, Isang Pintig (“One Line, One Pulse”) by @_racamagay, the colourful artwork celebrates the harmony of music, dance, and acting. I loved how it brought different art forms together in one vibrant…
Tuesday Streetart: Hanoi Murals – 128
Train Street in Hanoi is a vibrant and unique spot where cafés line a narrow working railway track. The colourful murals painted on nearly every café add to its charm, making it a great place to wander and take photos.
Tuesday Streetart: Birds in Greenbelt – 127
During our stay at an Airbnb in Greenbelt, I walked past these murals every day. It was only later that I stopped to appreciate how beautiful they truly were. This was taken in March 2026.
Tuesday Streetart: Moana – 126
Ethnic tribe of Sapa which can be seen on the walls of the restaurant in Moana.
Tuesday Streetart: Rankins Lane – 125
While wandering Melbourne’s streets, I came across this colourful mural by Deb. It is a playful world of flamingos, toucans and fantasy creatures. Melbourne always has a way of surprising me with its creativity. Deb was born in Melbourne but now based in USA.
Tuesday Streetart: Warburton Lane – 124
Still in Warburton Lane where I found the “Little Piece of Paris” mural which I had featured previously… here are some more random Streetart all over the same Laneway.
Tuesday Streetart: Duty Free – 118
I didn’t realise it until I was at Ninoy Aquino International Airport and the sun was going down… I’m going to miss my homeland all over again. I landed in Melbourne Airport at 4am, and somehow the street art in the Duty Free was enough to make me feel at home.
Tuesday Streetart: Japan – 116
On our way from Tokyo to Mt Fuji’s 5th Station, we made a quick stop (toilet and lunch break) … and yes, I got excited to see these murals.
Tuesday Streetart: Hello Possums! – 115
Dame Edna Everage is a fictional character, a flamboyant Australian housewife created and performed by the late comedian Barry Humphries. – Google Dame Edna Place is a tiny laneway in Melbourne named after Barry Humphries’ iconic character Dame Edna Everage. Dame Edna is instantly recognisable for her lilac-coloured hair, dramatic cat-eye glasses, love of gladioli, and…
Window & Mural in Thornbury
This mural was painted by LucyLucy on the wall of Women’s Health in the North in Thornbury. It shows two women and the words Voice, Choice, Power. The message is about women having the power to make their own life choices. I love the vibrant colours that were used. I am linking this to Ludwig’s…
Tuesday Streetart: Window Shutters – 111
You probably know by now that I love sharing photos my kids send me from their adventures. This is from Tim and he thought of his mumma and sent me some great shots of murals in window shutters from Berlin. I am also linking this to Monday Window Challenge
Winged Moments
This week, Beth leads us with a beautiful challenge with the theme of Wings There’s something magical about wings—whether they belong to birds just about to take flight or appear as colorful public art on a city wall. Real wings remind me of that quiet moment before freedom, when a bird pauses, gathers its strength,…
Tuesday Streetart: Dotonbori – 110
Walking along the Dotonbori River, I noticed colourful painted walls stretching along both sides. They added so much life to the walk—bright characters, bold colours, and little details that made me stop every few steps. It’s one of those small surprises in Osaka that makes a simple riverside stroll feel fun.
Tuesday Streetart: Ginza – 109
Somewhere in Ginza, on the corner of a building I can’t quite remember, I came across this embossed piece of street art. It’s one of those little discoveries you stumble upon when you’re not really looking — quiet, elegant, and perfectly at home amid the polished streets of Ginza.
Healesville
Healesville is located less than an hour from Melbourne, right in the heart of the Yarra Valley’s renowned food and wine region. With nothing better to do, Hubby and I decided to go on a day trip. I am linking this to Natalie’s Photographing Public Art Challenge and to Xingfumama’s Pull Up a Seat Challenge….