Monkey Magic Mural for Mural Monday

 

I recall a mural once painted upon the wall of an abandoned factory in North Richmond. At that time, the television series then airing on the ABC was immensely popular, and the mural seemed almost a reflection of that cultural moment. How changed the area is now. The neighbourhood has fallen into neglect and disrepute, its streets shadowed by the presence of the state-sponsored heroin injection facility—an establishment most ill-advisedly situated beside a primary school. What was once a modest but spirited corner of Melbourne has been marred by this ill-conceived social experiment, leaving North Richmond diminished in both safety and dignity.

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Angel Fish Melbourne for Saturday Critter

 

I once kept angelfish in my home aquarium, a hobby that began with Joel’s enthusiasm and soon became my own. What started as a pastime eventually turned into a modest enterprise, as we found ourselves breeding and selling these elegant creatures for profit. Angelfish, however, are notoriously delicate to breed, requiring pristine water conditions, precise acidity levels, and absolute absence of ammonia — a challenge that demands both patience and precision.

In their natural habitat, angelfish (Pterophyllum species) are native to the slow-moving, vegetation-rich waters of the Amazon Basin and its tributaries in South America. Their laterally compressed, disc-like bodies and elongated fins allow them to glide gracefully among submerged roots and reeds, perfectly camouflaged against dappled light and shadow. Renowned for their regal bearing and subtle iridescence, they are among the most striking of freshwater ornamental fish, combining beauty with a temperament that reflects both curiosity and a touch of aloofness.

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Hosier Lane Mural for Mural Monday

 

A mural with interesting painting style. The hairdo is rather eye catching

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In May, I will be taking on a vacation finally. Trying to plan all the itineraries 

ACDC Mural for Mural Monday

 

This mural is sitting in AC/DC lane for a long time. It is also fading. 

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Joel and I visited Pinnacles last night. After the usual routine getting the sunset shots and long exposure in some dangerous locations, we noticed so many wallabies staring at us on the grass fields. They were like scouts evenly spaced out into the horizon. It was so eerie. We also spotted a fox popping its head out of the wattle tree bush then roamed through the grass fields like a giant earthworm. Joel enjoyed it but I was rather freaked out. 

Mural Art at Penny Weight Walk in Bendigo for Mural Monday

 

Very long neck lady. 

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Penny Weight Walk Mural Bendigo for Mural Monday

 

Quite artistic but also colourful. 

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Pennywalk mural in Bendigo for Mural Monday

 

This is a lovely art in this tiny art corridor in Bendigo

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Richmond Mural art for Mural Monday

 

This was taken a while back when I was still in university. I used to enjoy typography or topography sorts of city hidden arts. Graffiti it may be. They are marks left by the local culture. 

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Mural in Richmond Melbourne for Mural Monday

 

Another Richmond Mural from some years ago. I used to do my weekly shopping there

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Dragon mural in North Richmond for Mural Monday

 

Weird to see human hands with the dragon chasing this deep water Patagonian toothfish 

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Brown Sugar Sign in Fitzroy for Sign2

 

I like this old sign photo from Fitzroy St Melbourne. Quite artistic.

It is raining in Bendigo. Overcast for a couple of days on forecast. Time to explore indoor exhibitions with Joel this weekend. 

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Richmond Mural for Mural Monday

 

This looks like X rated for sure. Quite a visual impact though.

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Mural seen at Bendigo for Mural Monday

 

Bendigo Mural 

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Mural At AC/DC Lane, Melbourne for Mural Monday

 

It is the usual Mural Monday

In AC/DC lane as I recall. Looks like a monster from Pokémon 

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More Hosier Lane mural, Melbourne

 

This was a mural art next to the three eyes post 2 weeks ago. 

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More Hosier Lane mural art for Mural Monday

 

This is Van Gough style mural art in the same lane that I used to come for graffiti documentation. 

In the window reflection, there is my buddy and myself. We knew each other for 32 years now. 

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Mural at Hoiser Lane for Mural Monday

 

Oriental style Mural at Hosier Lane

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Hosier Lane Graffiti, Melbourne for Mural Monday

 

I notice the quality of murals on Hosier Lane becoming worse by the day. 

This is a toad fish trying to paint glue instead of sniffing it?

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Mural Monday

Mural Monday - Mondayitis happening

 

This is a well-known mural in Melbourne CBD. A fitting message actually. Some people even do lots of reflection photo of this mural in the puddle too. 

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This is in participation for Monday Mural Meme - Monday Mural Link

Johnston Street

Another graffiti along Johnston Street