‘Giant colouring book’: how money and paint mix in Melbourne’s street art scene
Melbourne’s street art is world-famous and highly competitive but these artists manage to make a living from their workMore summer essentialsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOf the many reasons to visit Melbourne, the city’s street art is pretty high. Hosier Lane, a constantly evolving graffiti and paint-covered laneway in the CBD, has become a common background in Instagram posts from visitors around the world.But for all the colourful portraits, characters, abstract designs, anti-capitalist stencils and tags on display around the city, you’re also likely to spot government-commissioned murals, or walls spruiking well-known brands.Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...

Melbourne’s street art is world-famous and highly competitive but these artists manage to make a living from their work
Of the many reasons to visit Melbourne, the city’s street art is pretty high. Hosier Lane, a constantly evolving graffiti and paint-covered laneway in the CBD, has become a common background in Instagram posts from visitors around the world.
But for all the colourful portraits, characters, abstract designs, anti-capitalist stencils and tags on display around the city, you’re also likely to spot government-commissioned murals, or walls spruiking well-known brands.
Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...