Huge (30M) Mural for Stockland Bull Creek Shopping Centre

I recently had the opportunity to be the chief facilitator and muralist for a project that brought together creativity, community, and local culture. Stockland Bull Creek Shopping Centre commissioned me to create a mural on a massive 30-meter exterior wall, with the involvement of a talented group of Year 11 students from Melville Senior High.

The mural needed to reflect the natural surroundings of the area while using bright colors and an eye-catching narrative. After brainstorming with the students, two inspiring art teachers—Ali Blackwell and Jenna Antoniolli—joined the team, and together we developed a design that reflected the local environment in a meaningful way.

The theme explored the Nyoongar seasonal calendar, bringing the area’s connection to nature front and centre. The mural features local bird species like the crow, galah, and ibis, painted in vibrant detail. My role was to bring these birds to life, working alongside the students who contributed their skills in patterning and design.

The whole process was a blast. We kicked off with an ideas-building workshop at the school, where I shared techniques and creative concepts with the Year 11 students. Then, over three days, we worked together to transform the blank wall into a work of art. Watching the students take ownership of the project while learning along the way was incredibly rewarding.

This project really showcased how shopping centres like Stockland Bull Creek can not only enrich their environment and connect with the local community through collaborative art.