Mural project aims to create vibrant public places
Iconic places in Broadmeadows’ history have been kept alive as part of a mural project called Dallas Tiles, undertaken by artist Mete Erdogan.
The inclusion of a work boot in the mural represents the Yakka factory and industrial past of Broadmeadows.
Completed in August, the Dallas Tiles mural blends local history and tradition together with a vibrant streetscape, which is viewed as traditional-style Turkish tiling from afar, but when up close, reveals a pattern and symbols that relate to local stories such as the Yakka factory.
Other relevant stories represented include a suitcase that relates to Dallas’ rich history of migration, lemons and figs that depict the gardens and culinary cultural heritage of Mediterranean families, as well as a personal tribute by Erdogan to the brilliance and resilience of the area’s women, and a dedication to his mother.
Hume City Council commissioned the project, which is one of many being carried out to help make the city more vibrant and appealing. A council spokesperson said:
Murals such as these have often become major talking points within a community and, as such, are often included in brochure printing campaigns to promote local tourism. Currently, the city boasts four murals located within the areas of Dallas, Sunbury and Westmeadows.
The inclusion of a work boot in the mural represents the Yakka factory and industrial past of Broadmeadows.
Completed in August, the Dallas Tiles mural blends local history and tradition together with a vibrant streetscape, which is viewed as traditional-style Turkish tiling from afar, but when up close, reveals a pattern and symbols that relate to local stories such as the Yakka factory.
Other relevant stories represented include a suitcase that relates to Dallas’ rich history of migration, lemons and figs that depict the gardens and culinary cultural heritage of Mediterranean families, as well as a personal tribute by Erdogan to the brilliance and resilience of the area’s women, and a dedication to his mother.
Hume City Council commissioned the project, which is one of many being carried out to help make the city more vibrant and appealing. A council spokesperson said:
“The mural program has been undertaken with the aim of using public art in shopping precincts to provide economic benefits and advance a strong sense of community ownership, wellbeing, and safety.”
Murals such as these have often become major talking points within a community and, as such, are often included in brochure printing campaigns to promote local tourism. Currently, the city boasts four murals located within the areas of Dallas, Sunbury and Westmeadows.