KING ST X DYLAN BOLGER
As part of King Street's ongoing commitment to showcasing local first nations culture, the precinct has collaborated with Maiawali, Karuwali, Pitta-Pitta and Gomeroi artist Dylan Bolger to create a striking series of public artworks in locations throughout the precinct. These pieces were commissioned to celebrate community and connection, drawing on Dylan’s personal journey as a First Nations artist while inviting visitors to engage with the artwork in their own meaningful way.
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
Adding vibrant colour to the laneway roof between Winghaus and Dirty Harry’s, this piece marks Dylan’s first artwork in the precinct. His practice brings a distinctive blend of art, culture and technical skill to King Street. Dylan encourages each visitor to form their own interpretation and connection with his work; by keeping his imagery abstract, the narrative remains subtly profound yet visually striking. As you move through the laneway, the artwork unfolds as a journey—revealing quiet details and layered meanings that come together to tell a uniquely 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 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.”