Amid the narrow, paint-splashed alleyways of Hosier Lane, where layers of graffiti speak of decades of fleeting art and rebellious voices, I stumbled upon one mural that lingered in my mind. An ape, rendered with an innocence that seemed almost human, gazed softly from its wall, framed by a swirl of deep purples that bled into the brickwork. In this city alley where murals rise and fall with the whims of artists and time, this quiet creature held its ground—a peculiar presence in the ever-changing canvas of Hosier Lane. Here, every wall tells a story, every spray of color a fragment of Melbourne’s urban heartbeat, yet this gentle, purple-hued ape felt timeless, a secret whisper amid the riot of street expression.
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Amazing art 👍
ReplyDeleteIt wasnt that great when I first saw it. Now feeling unique
DeleteYou found a wonderful mural featuring that Gorilla. Let's hope some tagger doesn't paint over it.
ReplyDeleteTagging is inevitable
Delete...it's a nice one!
ReplyDeleteFluffy head
DeleteThe eyes have it.
ReplyDeleteLooks innocent
DeleteIt is really lovely, both in color and detail. The artist is very good. I hope it does not get painted over!
ReplyDeleteGetting tagged is inevitable there
DeleteEs un mural como para no quedarse mirando, ye que impacta.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
Punchy image
DeleteYou’ve managed to capture the atmosphere of the place so vividly. A tribute to the fleeting beauty of street art… A beautiful contrast between the riot of colors and the calmness of the gaze. Your photo makes the mural feel alive.
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