The popularity of street art likely has something to do with its accessibility. Many people I talk to don’t really “get” contemporary art. A line on a canvas or a dot. A monochromatic geometric shape seems too simple to be art. “Even I can do THAT!” Street art on the other hand has clear visual appeal and requires a high level of talent.<\/p>\n
Even more than the art itself, is the subculture that wraps around the street art world. There is an inherent coolness factor that street art exudes from its roots as an illegal, counterculture trade. Street art started with people vandalizing walls with spray paint and stencils in public areas under the protection of only the dark night sky. Nowadays you’ll pay a hefty commission to hire a talented artist to “decorate” a wall.<\/p>\n
Go to the heart of the matter<\/strong> By the book<\/strong>
\nSome cities are known as hotbeds of street art. In addition to New York City, Los Angeles, and Berlin, Melbourne is known as an incubator of art. Head to downtown and you’ll see walls plastered with names, pictures, and scrawls. No need to pay admittance to a museum.<\/p>\n![\"Backpacking_Bear_Australia-55\"](\"http:\/\/www.backpackingbear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Backpacking_Bear_Australia-54-300x300.jpg\")
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\nYou are actually legally allowed to create street art in Melbourne provided you have a permit and choose an appropriate location. Sure it takes away from the adventure and the adrelanine, but at least you won’t have to spend a night the brig. Plus your art won’t be removed immediately.
\nYou can apply for a permit at:
\nCoordinator Urban Engineering \u2013 Engineering Services
\n4th Floor, 200 Lt. Collins Street City of Melbourne
\nMelbourne VIC 3000<\/p>\n![\"Backpacking_Bear_Australia-55\"](\"http:\/\/www.backpackingbear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Backpacking_Bear_Australia-55-300x300.jpg\")
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