Inspired by historical artefacts belonging to local residents from the City of Moorabbin Historical Society, artist Hayden Dewar depicts objects and activities that symbolise connection to place through local history and the natural environment. Antique farming equipment reference original market gardens, a bike once owned by a local resident in the early 1900’s alludes to the prevalence of bikes as a mode of transport in the area. The kettle, a tool of bringing people together to connect over a “cuppa” and the intertwined fishing line embody connection.
The characters in the design are known as ‘Solarquins’ and represent the search for a harmonious existence with nature as well as finding sources of creative energy. Here two of them are playing instruments (eucalyptus flower trumpet and branch guitar) and the third is sitting on a shell fishing. The shell and the fisherman are a reference to both the nearby bay and also the history of fishing villages, not far from Cheltenham.
Among these elements is an array of local native flora and fauna representing a connection to the natural environment, this includes a Red browed Finch, Ring-tailed possum, Wattle & Eucalyptus branches and flowers, a Crimson Rosella and Silvereye (small native bird).
Hayden Dewar is an accomplished mural artist. His signature style incorporates imaginative imagery and native Australian flora and fauna. Themes explored through this imagery include the environment and conservation, myth, and the human condition. Hayden is passionate about transforming and enhancing public spaces through mural art and thrives on the positivity and public engagement that results from letting his creativity off the leash to roam around the urban environment.
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48 Jean Street , Cheltenham 3192