Murals and street art

Here, Now

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Installed from 24 September 2014 to 24 September 2017
Public artArt and AboutTemporary artContemporary art
Colourful street art on a building with the words "Here Now" in red and blue. Skyscrapers and trees surround the artwork.

A mural reminding us to slow down and smell the roses.

Artist: Numskull aka Elliott Routledge
This artwork was temporary and is no longer at this location.

Artwork description

Created by artist Elliott ‘Numskull‘ Routledge, this work is one of Sydney’s largest murals.

“Modern society is fast paced. Time is precious and often neglected. We need to slow down, take it all in and start living in the moment. This mural will inspire onlookers to challenge their perspective about how precious life’s moments are.”

Performers suspended on ropes execute acrobatic moves on the side of a tall glass building against a clear sky.

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