New Natural

David Lee Pereira and Amina Briggs created a cohesive design spanning across two walls, representing themes of environmental consciousness and First Nations heritage.

'The Maidenhair Fern has been selected as an endemic species of the Dandenong Ranges, which recognises and pays respect to the land that came long before us. Scattered amongst the foliage are plastic zip ties which have been used by the artist to represent the impact of our own presence on the natural landscape. This statement of environmental awareness is important for David particularly, as someone fascinated and constantly inspired by the natural environment.

Waa, the Australian Raven, serves as the protector of the waterways in Melbourne. The train lines themselves are a modern representation of waterways, flowing through Melbourne as a means of transportation. Historically, waterways held immense importance for Amina’s Boonwurrung ancestors, providing sustenance, safe passage, and essential resources. Water remains a cornerstone of significance for the Boonwurrung people, and so Waa symbolises the spirit of safe passage for both passengers and conductors on the metropolitan railways.'

This mural represents natural world adapting to the presence of plastic, human infrastructure and the footprints we leave behind.

You will find the second mural created by David, just a few doors down along the pedestrian walkway: https://streetartcities.com/dashboard/hunter/artworks/03bbf6a8-c9d9-4ddc-948a-7859357bd0f3