Street art crosses cultures, language, and continental barriers. I love all of it, although I tend to gravitate towards the brighter, happier images. Today I share a collection of interesting New Zealand and Australia street art. It is part of a travel blogger collaborative series highlighting street art from around the world.
Wellington, New Zealand
Colourful graffiti art is so prevalent in Wellington; it is sometimes used for retail signage.
I took this shot on a weekend getaway. See more at Wellington Photos: 20 Reasons It’s My Favorite NZ Getaway.
Melbourne, Australia
Street art scene in Melbourne is huge. All the art that people see one day may change very quickly and be covered with another masterpiece the very next day. Frequent walks around the are CBD recommended.
Photo contributed by Aga Kozmic of A Matter of Taste. See more at Melbourne CBD Street Art Walk.
Melbourne is home to a vibrant street art culture. Hidden laneways such as Hosier, Rutledge and Union Lane showcase the talents of these incredible artists. Photo contributed by Kerri McConnel of Beer and Croissants.
Cairns, Australia
A fun example of Australia street art. Photo contributed by Paula McInerney of Contented Traveller. See more at: Explore the City of Cairns Itself.
Sydney, Australia
This work by Colin Bebe has been around for quite a few years. It depicts the large intersection at King Street and Enmore Road. Photo contributed by Paula Morgan of Sydney Expert. See more at Inner West Self-Guided Street Art Walk
Auckland, New Zealand
This Tongan-influenced piece by Benjamin Work is entitled: Tu’i ‘o e ngaahi Tu’i. I took this during a street art tour in the city. See more at A Virtual Tour of Central Auckland Street Art.
Perth, Australia
This Fremantle Power Station shot is taken in the abandoned and ruined Fremantle Power Station. There is a new working station right next to it, but the old one seems to be a place for young and old street artists alike to go in and practice their skills. Although the new station is under guard, they seem to turn a blind eye to us entering through the broken fence and climbing through an unbarred window into the abandoned aerosol atmosphere of a very characterful old building. This staircase is a famous picture of this building. Photo contributed by Mike Roberson of A Wandering Fifer.
Canberra, Australia
One of many superhero street art examples on Tocumwal Lane in Canberra. Photo contributed by Paula McInerney of Contented Traveller. See more at Superhero’s at Tocumwal Lane, Canberra.
Brisbane, Australia
Taken just off of Boundary Street this is a colourful and very beautiful piece of inspirational art. You can be anything you want. Photo contributed by Mike Roberson of A Wandering Fifer
Auckland, New Zealand
It was a nice treat to see an in-progress work by Artist Xoe Hall. This one is just off of Karangahape Road. I took this shot during a street art festival. See more at K Road Urban Art in Progress
Thinking about becoming a street artist?
Often larger than life, creating street art takes a certain set of skills. If you’re thinking about becoming a street artist, this “cookbook” might be useful: Street Art Cookbook: Street Art Cookbook: A Guide to Techniques and Materials.
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Are you a fan of New Zealand and Australia street art? Do you have a favourite artwork or artist?
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Jeanna
I so enjoy your street art series, Rhonda. The second work of art speaks to me most and that is one that may disappear for a new one to take its place, wah.
Rhonda Albom
Thankfully someone caught it on camera before it was gone.
Molly
The Fremantle Power Station looks amazing. Would love to explore in there
mollyxxx
Rhonda Albom
I am too get in there as well, someday.
Ruth
It is amazing what these bloggers have been able to capture with the camera. The Freemantle Power Station photo surprised me. It evokes all sorts of emotions.
Rhonda Albom
That Freemantle Power Station surprised me as well. It is one place I really hope to see live some day.
stephanie jefferson
A great series Rhonda, you sure have found some nice ones!
Rhonda Albom
We got lucky. The weather had been bad all week, and then suddenly it was lovely.
Maria Parenti-Baldey
So many amazing artists using their talents to beautify some buildings.
Rhonda Albom
I agree, street art gives so much color to a city.
Nancy
Marvelous street art!
My post last week was street art, but I made a radical switch this week with my “sepia sweetheart”.
Rhonda Albom
If your street art is from Asia, send it and I can include it in the next collab post.
Paul F. Pietrangelo
I just loved what I was looking at. These are beautiful pictures on the walls. I wish I could see these in my town of Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada. I doubt that the town’s officials would allow it. They would think that this was messing up are town but I think that it would do the opposite. It would be beautiful.
Have a beautiful Monday Rhonda. See ya.
Cruisin Paul
L. Diane Wolfe
I love the artwork of the animals. It looks very realistic.
Rhonda Albom
I am so impressed by street artists. Not only can they paint so well, but so quickly too – and larger than life.
Suze - Luxury Columnist
The street art in Melbourne looks incredible – I have a friend who is going to live there so hopefully I’ll get to visit her!
Rhonda Albom
Be sure to bring your camera when you visit. 🙂 I want to take my daughter when she returns from Argentina, as I think Melbourne is a city she will love.
Comedy Plus
I love this kind of street art. I too love the colorful artwork. Way cool. Would love to see this for real.
Have a fabulous day. 🙂
Rhonda Albom
Certainly better than random and offensive graffiti.
Alex J. Cavanaugh
Really impressive, especially that long alley.
Rhonda Albom
I completely agree. I really want to see that alley live someday. That and the eyes are my two favorites.
Kathy Marris
Wow! Amazing Street Art. I must admit that I’m a little ignorant when it comes to Street Art. But I do love some of the Street Art I’ve seen in the alley ways of Sydney and Melbourne. Fabulous!
Rhonda Albom
I don’t really know anything more about it than I enjoy looking at it.
Hilary
Hi Rhonda – extraordinary works of art … just brilliant how they conceive them and then create them – loved them – cheers Hilary
Rhonda Albom
I love street art, and like you I am in awe of the artists.
Joyce Lansky
This street art is cool. I love all of the brilliant colors.
Rhonda Albom
Me too 🙂