Picture Perfect Murals of Newtown, Sydney

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The piece was commissioned by JanSport for their #liveoutside2017 campaign.\n\nDue to the limited time between commissioning the piece and its presentation, the artists only had 5 days to complete it.\n\nThis mural explores the ideas of both journey and discovery."},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.authoritycreative.com/mural-artwork-jansport"}]},{"address":"280 A36","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.896193241197885,"longitude":151.1806048653743},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":1333},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_9923.jpg?alt=media&token=160f7905-d8d2-4d7a-a1b3-5911a433b686"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":1333},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_9935.jpg?alt=media&token=d57a64a9-0261-4f21-888d-f56f7fe13c87"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"Africa\"\n\nThis mural, located on the side street King Street, was first painted in the early 1990s, and redone in the early 2000s. Originally, it used an old map from around the 1960s, and was an inaccurate representation of the current political geography. That is why it was redone, so that the piece kept up with the times. 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It is interesting design is inviting to passersby. The few colors used coupled by the fictional aspect of different animals' heads being attached to bodies is striking. \n\nThe artists of this mural, Bafcat&Jumbo, are known around Sydney for their mural work. "}]},{"address":"Mary's","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.896035105199736,"longitude":151.1797813253496},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":943},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_9953.jpg?alt=media&token=2068fa78-ac5b-4443-8967-277706d85811"},{"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":1920},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_9967.mov?alt=media&token=2f4b3b1a-3abd-4e80-a1e3-2570caad42fa"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"Hearts\"*\n\nThis mural is located just by Mary's bar. Located on a side street, its remote location allows you to take pictures there without the concern of being disturbed. \n\nWhile simple in its design, its general size penetrates all the senses and fills the viewer with a pure feeling of happiness.\n\n*Unofficial title"}]},{"address":"Mary's","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.895538582749985,"longitude":151.17966176598637},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":709},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_9996.jpg?alt=media&token=26cd5211-27dd-437a-bea0-e71cb27334a5"},{"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":1920},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_9997.mov?alt=media&token=72e25ffc-1c0e-485a-8bc3-bdb2955135e0"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"Hide and Seek\"\n\nThis mural was created by Kyle Hughes - Odgers and is located at the corner of Mary Street and Lennox Street. \n\nIts vibrant colours are used to represent life and nature. Its geometric patterns can be seen in similar murals made by the artist.\n\nThis piece was made for the Perfect Match program. This program was launched in order to counter the unwanted graffiti that has covered much of the city. The Perfect Match aims to replace these with legitimate murals, filling Sydney with bright colors and patterns.\n\n"}]},{"address":"Mary's","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.89552848039136,"longitude":151.1796945222886},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":497},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0003.jpg?alt=media&token=cc98b458-d60d-42e7-8d62-591430b269d9"},{"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":1920},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0006.mov?alt=media&token=c32ac939-ab27-4e94-bb0a-b62cf4ba6010"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"Australia's Animals\"*\n\nThis mural, located right across the street from \"Hide and Seek\" wraps around the corner of both this building. While not much is known about this mural, its intricate details and tribal patterns on the animals indicate homage to the land and its natural beauty.\n\n*Unofficial title"}]},{"address":"196 Australia St","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.8955084429404,"longitude":151.1783172519393},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":424},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0051%202.jpg?alt=media&token=79e2fb40-fee0-43fb-90fc-2184e6f68615"},{"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":1920},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0053.mov?alt=media&token=0e9aafbb-3d86-4d33-b7aa-3847e14f4013"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"Wyrd Sisters\"\n\nThis mural was created by Steven Nuttell, known in the art world as Ox King. \n\nThe three sisters are painted blue, in order to represent them being witches and their ability to protect nature. \n\nLocated in Camperdown Memorial Rest Park, the theme is fitting as the passersby are surrounded by tranquil nature and are able to absorb the mural in full."}]},{"address":"84 Lennox St","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.89593226453179,"longitude":151.17849521210218},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":351},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0090.jpg?alt=media&token=576ac81c-b4ec-4527-8251-d18fbb6f5977"},{"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":1920},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0087.mov?alt=media&token=752548ac-4fb5-4123-a11d-1445a0094ab8"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"Skull By the Sea\"*\n\nThis particular mural requires a lot of time to digest. Upon first glance, you see the waves crashing are filled with images of Bondi or Manly beach. Upon further inspection, however, you see the skeleton. What was initially a peaceful piece is suddenly eerie. \n\nThis mural taking up a lot of space guides the passersby to view and process the work at a leisurely pace.\n\n*Unofficial title"}]},{"address":"243 Denison St","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.89620144693136,"longitude":151.17746988806076},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":606},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0130.jpg?alt=media&token=21cb79ac-cfe1-4f6c-a57e-8e144eaeada5"},{"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":1920},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0131.mov?alt=media&token=6c33b08e-04bc-48a5-b568-0e7a06f923a0"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"Fox\"*\n\nThis fox, seen sitting with its eyes closed, is a very fascinating piece. Foxes aren't known for being tranquil animals. The bright colors of this piece coupled with the unique features that counter stereotypes fills the viewer with hope.\n\n*Unofficial title"}]},{"address":"243 Denison St","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.896221484219474,"longitude":151.1774123323006},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":1210},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0140.jpg?alt=media&token=d7b69f36-39bc-461b-ab8e-e53c0fffbda2"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"The Emperor's Daughter\"\n\nThis mural was painted by an artist who goes by the pseudonym As One. \n\nThis piece is inspired by the book series, *Dune*, and is depicting the scene where the emperor's daughter is being poisoned with spice gas as her home is being invaded. \n\nThis take on the books helps brighten the streets of Newtown."},{"metadata":{"width":1440,"height":1920},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2F79B66AC7-6767-43D2-AEEF-A2395ED971C3.mov?alt=media&token=16a878b3-c47f-405d-ba4d-846dcc1720f7"}]},{"address":"243 Denison St","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.89649130658718,"longitude":151.1775444433083},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":1333},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0141%202.jpg?alt=media&token=b7f2f290-c46e-408c-89c9-39ffeb80ec11"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":1153},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_0145.jpg?alt=media&token=01e68f27-7342-4f3b-8414-5d17560480f0"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"Making All Things New\"\n\nThis mural, painted by Sid Tapia in 2015 is a beautiful piece. The detailing of the earth as seen in the reflection as seen in the glass of the space helmet is spectacular. The contrasts of colors work together to create an illusion of distance between the neighboring objects, with the words standing out the most and the earth being the farthest away."},{"type":"link","content":"https://sidneytapia.com/"}]},{"address":"‘I Have A Dream’ Mural","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.896662860669764,"longitude":151.17953375000002},"media":[{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":1257},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_9916%202.jpg?alt=media&token=1f930de3-003c-4a93-a8b3-5ce8de019279"},{"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":1920},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FsHuO95duqvSWXGBeOufq%2FIMG_9917.mov?alt=media&token=dc890213-6be3-4e4f-b1fb-444144b23828"},{"type":"text","content":"# \"I Have a Dream\"\n\nThis mural is one of the oldest ones that can be found in Newtown. It was painted by Andrew Aiken and Juilee Pryor. While they had asked the council for permission twice to paint it, they were refused, so they decided to do it illegally in 1991. \n\nThis is one of the most impactful murals as it depicts Martin Luther King Jr. with his most famous quote. \n\nOver the course of many years, the mural has generally remained the same, with the bottom changing slightly. At one point, a fire had burned part of it, so it was restored. In another instance, an Aboriginal flag had been painted on the red section. \n\nThis mural is now a heritage site."}]}]