“Me Aul Flower” it boldly declares. This mural gives a message of warmth and friendship. The Alright me aul flower Mural stands as a vibrant splash of Dublin culture.
This artwork is by Vanessa Power. She is bringing a beautiful splash of color to the Luas line. It’s a quintessential Dublin phrase. It offers a distinct sense of place.
Street art can connect communities. It bonds and unifies people in original ways. Murals embellish and uplift the cityscape. They offer creative inspiration. This is especially true where there might otherwise be grey empty spaces.
Vanessa Power also created another mural in Dublin 8. It is located on Donore Ave with Garreth Joyce.
The Alright me aul flower Mural is more than decoration. It represents the personality of Dublin. There is vibrancy and lots of text. This speaks perhaps to the constantly moving always talking Irish.
Large format street art adorns various walls. You can see it around the city.
Street art is celebrated today worldwide. It was originally rejected by communities. People thought it dirtied or obscured the cityscape.
The Stormzy mural landed in Dublin like magic. It kicked off a conversation. Other pieces are equally impressive.
Subset emerged from Rabbit Hole Productions. This company did street art-type outdoor work for brands and agencies.
The painter got into tagging and graffiti around 2007. He also painted the Stormzy mural.
Subset is also working on a piece for a nearby school’s yard.
The exterior of a new Rascals Brewing Company location is getting a Subset makeover.
There are issues with Dublin City Council. As of late they’ve gotten on better with the council. But there are so many different people in there. One person is telling you you’re great. Another is saying you should be in jail.
In 2016 a storm blew up about political art. The artist Maser created a “repeal” mural for Project Arts Centre in Temple Bar Dublin.
Subset collaborated with Dublin City Council in the past. They painted a mural on a site in Portobello Harbour. It was to advertise the Canalaphonic festival.
Subset can’t help itself commenting on the saga with Dublin City Council.
There is an inherent disconnect between these two parties. This colours much of the tension between artists such as Subset and local authorities. Street art moves quickly. Local government moves slowly.
The Alright me aul flower Mural is a testament to the power of public art. It transforms ordinary spaces into extraordinary expressions of community identity. As you continue your tour through Dublin take a moment to appreciate the many ways in which street art enriches the city’s cultural landscape.