Hosier Lane, A Kaleidoscope of Street Art and Culture
Hosier Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Introduction
The English name for graffiti art, "graffiti," comes from Greek slang and represents the grassroots and original nature of this art form. Early graffiti primarily appeared in public places such as walls, subways, etc., with cultural connotations such as youth, rebellion, and non-mainstream, reflecting the voice of African Americans. It has certain associations with the pop art that emerged in the 1960s, but there are also significant differences: Pop artists generally have received professional painting training, while graffiti artists are mostly from poor backgrounds. It wasn't until 1973 that graffiti art first received official exhibition and artistic recognition. Victoria, Australia's Melbourne has strict anti-graffiti laws, which means that young graffiti artists like to create in alleyways. Adrian Doyle is the founder of graffiti art in the area and a successful artist. Hosier Lane is a iconic street art alley in Melbourne's central business district with graffiti changing fastest. Spray painting and pasting are the main ways of graffiti, including paintings, artistic fonts, various posters, flyers, handicrafts, etc. To truly touch the territory of graffiti, you need to stand in the streets and alleys and appreciate it. Address Hosier Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Transportation Train: Flinders Street Station.
Doodle Street is a famous alley
