Monday, May 5, 2025

Hosier Lane Graffiti for Mural Monday

 





In earlier years, I found little appeal in these murals and graffiti; their aesthetic did not resonate with me. Yet, time alters perception. Now, with a changed eye and amidst the evolving discourse on public art and civic expression—particularly in a place as politically charged as Hosier Lane in Melbourne—I find myself regarding them anew. What once seemed chaotic now appears as a layered dialogue between artist, space, and society.


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The election over the weekend proved to be quite a nuisance. The traffic was excessively congested, and every car park was fully occupied. Labour has secured a second term in office. However, I remain uncertain about how the government's extensive expenditure on healthcare will be sustainable in the long term. According to the Australian Financial Times, there are concerns that Australia may follow in the footsteps of Greece, facing bankruptcy due to excessive welfare spending, coupled with a lack of manufacturing and economic output.

While Joel and I were at Rabbit Rock, he persuaded me to invest in additional physical gold. We certainly find ourselves living in intriguing times.



28 comments:

  1. Very colourful. I particularly like the first one.

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  2. I like the rotten potato soup can! Great detail. I was following your election. I was glad Labour won but it will have its challenges.

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  3. The murals by EL-Rolo.art show some style, but unfortunately graffiti taggers have painted over his work. I would love to walk this lane, but since I can't, I appreciate your photos.

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  4. Nice murals, the first one is my favourite.

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  5. I wonder if these were all done by the same artist. He or she is really talented! My favorites are the first and last

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  6. El que más me gusta es el primero.
    Que tengas una buena semana.

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  7. Like you, Hosier Lane art has little appeal to me, but I should visit more often and give it a chance. If you don't like something, it may well gone the following week anyway.

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  8. I certainly liked the first mural. Maybe the others would appeal to me more in person.

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  9. Oh yes, time alters perception. That's so true!! I experience that almost every day. You show beautiful work!

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  10. Don't mind the first mural however the remainder do not grab me.

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  11. The first one is my favourite. Thanks for participating in Monday Murals :)

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  12. There is a lot of color and images going on in this spot.

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  13. Like the 1st one but the rest don't really impress.

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  14. It’s fascinating how our perception of public art can shift with time and context—what once felt unruly can become a powerful mirror of social expression. Your words about Hosier Lane capture that transformation beautifully. The intersection of politics, art, and public sentiment really comes through, especially in such a dynamic space. I also appreciated your honest thoughts on the election and the broader economic concerns. It’s refreshing to read such a well-rounded reflection.

    If you're open to something a bit more introspective, I’d be delighted for you to read my latest post: https://www.melodyjacob.com/2025/05/body-confident-you-body-confident-kid-book-review.html

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  15. Tal como nos dices son unos murales a los que se deben mirar por lo menos una segunda vez y si es como en tu caso conociendo el ambiente mejor.
    Aquí en España el principal pilar sanitario es la sanidad publica, decirte que cuando el Covid las vacunas las pusieron a todos gratis. Las dosis de recuerdo las siguen poniendo junto a otro tipo de vacunas.

    Saludos.

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  16. Like many others, I too have the first one as my favourite :)

    All the best Jan

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  17. Great captures of the murals. My favourite is the first one.

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