Our Lakes by Damien Arena

A street art mural by artist Damian Arena, featuring local Australian native birds, reptiles, frogs, and plants

 
Damien Arena's mural, titled Our Lakes, is designed to capture the essence of Newport, drawing inspiration from the serene beauty of Newport Lakes.

A vibrant tribute to the local area, it symbolises a harmonious coexistence between urban living and the natural world, emphasising the significance of biodiversity and environmental conservation.

Damien Arena is an experienced Melbourne-based artist who works across a multitude of mediums and in a range of environments. Damien specialises in street art and large-scale murals and has created countless works for private commission and on a commercial level throughout his career. 

Artists: Damien Arena

Year: 2024

Location: Corner of Challis Street and Woods Street, Newport

Image credit: Matto Lucas

This artwork was commissioned by Hobsons Bay City Council as part of the 2024 Street Art Program.

Artists were asked to create work that responded to local themes including biodiversity, sustainability and multiculturalism.

Find out more about the 2024 Street Art Program