KING ST X DYLAN BOLGER
As part of King St Brisbane’s ongoing commitment to showcasing local first nations culture, we collaborated with Maiawali, Karuwali, Pitta-Pitta and Gomeroi artist Dylan Bolger to create a striking public artwork in locations throughout the precinct. The pieces were commissioned to celebrate community and connection, drawing on Dylan’s personal journey as a First Nations artist while offering space for visitors to form their own interpretations and narratives within the heart of Brisbane’s vibrant urban precinct.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Dylan Bolger is a proud Maiawali, Karuwali, Pitta-Pitta and Gomeroi artist. Bold in his experimentation, he works across a variety of mediums and techniques. Most of his works are hand drawn and exceptionally detailed, reflecting his background in architecture.
ARTWORK
One of Dylan’s artworks can be found on the outdoor laneway roof near Claw BBQ. His work brings a unique blend of art, culture and technical skill to the precinct. Dylan’s aim is for each person to develop their own interpretation and connection with his art. By keeping his imagery abstract, the story is subtly profound yet visually striking.
Walking through the Claw BBQ laneway, you’ll embark on a journey with his work, discovering hidden narratives that tell a distinctly Brisbane story.
INSPIRATION
In discussing what inspires his artwork Dylan says;
“I think it comes back to how I grew up. Thinking about being a First Nations person, growing up in urban Australia and understanding where do I belong and how do I fit in? Looking at the places around me and not recognising myself culturally…The reason why I like to do public art is I like being able to have that little piece of that First Nations culture that I can visibly see, that's part of my identity in everyday spaces”
“I've always had a strange relationship with this. I like to make work for myself first and foremost and then allow people to receive it however they receive it. I know why I do certain things in these works, but I'm not going to tell people how they need to receive it. I kind of want people to engage and find their own stories, narratives and connections.”