MORE THINGS LIKE THIS: 2020

 
 

Client: SHELLHARBOUR CITY Council
Project Type: Street Art Festival
Project Role: Curation, Project Management, Delivery.
Talent: David Cragg, Claire Foxton, Trait, Scott Nagy, Krimsone
Location: SHELLHARBOUR LGA
Project Outline:

Wonderwalls® curated and delivered the inaugural More Things Like This festival in Shellharbour in 2020.
This exciting project transformed the streets of Warilla, Albion Park and Oak Flats into a vibrant outdoor gallery, showcasing the talents of renowned street artists David Cragg, Claire Foxton, Trait, Scott Nagy, and Krimsone.

Key aspects of the project included:

  • Artist Selection & Collaboration: Curating a diverse lineup of internationally acclaimed street artists whose work resonated with the unique character and history of the area.

  • Project Management & Delivery: Overseeing all logistical aspects of the festival, including artist coordination, site preparation, community engagement, and event day management.

  • Social Media & Community Outreach: We developed and executed a targeted social media campaign to promote the project, generate excitement within the local youth community, and showcase the transformative power of public art.

  • Public Art Legacy: Creating a lasting legacy of high-quality public art that enhanced the visual appeal of Shellharbour area and attracted visitors to the region.

The inaugural More Things Like This festival was a resounding success, establishing a vibrant new cultural event for the community and showcasing the transformative power of public art. It returned again to the region in 2023.