It’s always difficult to know why something becomes an institution. It’s a lot easier to tell when something has become one. The Melbourne International Film Festival, the Fringe Festival, the Comedy Festival. Each has managed, over time, to attract a reputation, a list of fans and has left a cultural legacy that enlivens the city. [...]

One of the best things about street art is that the galleries never close. There’s no need to check gallery guides or worry about openings and fucking guest lists. The pieces are there for everyone. They provide people with an opportunity to engage with, and respond to, their environment. I love the idea that a [...]

I remember getting into street art in about 2004. Living in Fitzroy it was easy because I was surrounded by it. Seeing local artists like HaHa and Vexta inspired me to look further afield. In doing so I came across other names- Banksy and the New York based collective, Faile to name just two. I [...]