It's that time of year... June means Mural Month has returned to our streets!
We've partnered with 14 talented artists to bring bold new works to public spaces across our City.
Murals do more than decorate walls. They tell stories, shift the feel of a street, celebrate who we are as a community, discourage graffiti, and give our spaces a sense of purpose and pride.
This year's artists – Alexandra Bellas, Andrew Baines, Cat Dean, David Stanley, Ella Simpson, Genevieve Byrt, Leah Grant, Maisa Art and Design, Matt Fortrose, Sam Brooks, Sam Songailo, Sair Bean and Chelsea Morey, Thomas Readett and Tristan Kerr – have each brought their unique style and perspective.
Explore the beautiful murals below and discover the stories behind each one. Or better yet, get out and see them in person.
A huge thank you to all the artists and community members who’ve helped bring Mural Month to life once again.
2025/26 Art Grant Recipients:
Linear Park, Fulham Gardens
Artist: Genevieve Byrt | @find.thetonic
Gen is a self-taught South Australian artist who brings colour and good vibes to public spaces. She creates murals, art, workshops, and tools to uplift, empower and make people smile.
The mural incorporates rich depictions of local flora and fauna, echoing the natural character of the area. Its layered colours and organic forms will help deter graffiti while infusing this once plain public space with energy, warmth and a renewed visual identity that feels deeply connected to its surroundings.
173 Tapleys Hill Road, Seaton
Artist: David Stanley | @dave.radio
David is a mural artist, illustrator and typography enthusiast originally from Brighton in the UK, now proudly based in Adelaide.
The mural brings colour, positivity and life to a wall once heavily impacted by graffiti. It has transformed the space into something uplifting, vibrant and engaging. It’s a piece that makes people smile, sparks conversations and inspires pride in the local area.
104 Tapleys Hill Road (corner Myrtle Street), Royal Park
Artist: Matt Fortrose | @matthew.fortrose
Matthew’s work reflects a strong focus on composition, structure and materiality. Influenced by colour field painting and early Bauhaus graphics, he uses rudimentary tools and industrial processes to build a distinct visual language. Drawing from urban environments and public space interventions, his work balances decorative surface treatment with site responsiveness, adding both functional and aesthetic value.
The mural’s abstract design encourages exploration and engagement, inviting viewers to pause and interpret its forms.
Findon Skid Kids Club, Reserve Parade, Findon
Artist: Sam Brooks | @sambrooksartist
Sam’s work focuses on telling historically significant and culturally meaningful stories about people, culture, history, and human connection.
The Findon Skid Kids has long been a welcoming space built on community, inclusion, and legacy. To honour this history, the mural recognises the founder, Mick Harley OAM, celebrating his contribution and the spirit that continues to shape the club.
2 Addison Road, Pennington
Artist: Ella Simpson | @inkandrubystudios
Ella Simpson is a contemporary artist whose work often explores botanical themes, capturing the textures, colours, and rhythms of nature.
“Flourish” is a vibrant mural that reflects the unique character and natural beauty of the area. Its design draws inspiration from the old heritage gardens and the floral traditions that have long shaped the identity of the neighbourhood.
2025/26 Shop Local Façade Improvement Recipients:
The Potters Shed, 4 Dixon Street, Royal Park
Artist: Maisa Art and Design | @maisaartanddesign
The Potters Shed has grown into a welcoming creative hub where beginners and experienced makers alike can learn, experiment and craft pieces they truly love.
The mural on the front gate brings this spirit to life, offering a unique artwork that celebrates the studio’s creativity and adds character to the surrounding area.
Lily West Florist, Findon Shopping Centre, Ray Street, Findon
Artist: Alexandra Bellas | @alexbellas.studio
Lily West is more than a florist, it’s a place where beautiful blooms, thoughtful gifts and thriving plants come together. Their team’s passion for creativity and quality brings a touch of beauty to every moment.
The mural on the Ray Street workroom wall captures this spirit, turning a simple surface into a colourful celebration of floristry, imagination and community. It adds energy and character to the space while contributing to the vibrancy of the area.
Croydon Yoga Studio, 564 Port Road, Allenby Gardens
Artist: Leah Grant | @leah.grant
Croydon Yoga Studio offers Iyengar yoga classes for all levels, welcoming people of every age and ability. With a focus on personalised guidance and mindful practice, the studio provides a calm, inclusive space where anyone can explore the benefits of yoga.
The entrance‑gate mural brings colour and character to the space, making the studio visible from Port Road. Its fig‑inspired design celebrates both the beautiful tree beside our building and our connection to the neighbouring organic green grocer.
Henley Breeze Café, 303 Seaview Road, Henley Beach
Artist: Andrew Baines | @andrewartistbaines
Henley Breeze Café has grown into a favourite gathering place for locals, known for its friendly and welcoming vibe.
The mural was created by nationally recognised local artist Andrew Baines and draws inspiration from the many dogs who visit the café and the coast.
Other Murals Funded by the City of Charles Sturt:
Gleneagles Reserve, Dumfries Avenue,Seaton
Artist: Cat Dean | @catdean_artist
Council’s stormwater project created an opportunity to add artwork to the electrical boxes and the new toilet block.
Working with Adelaide artist Cat Dean, known for her realistic nature scenes, expressive animals, portraiture and subtle abstract elements. The murals celebrate the native landscape, drawing on the colours, textures and birdlife found throughout the reserve to create artworks deeply connected to their surroundings.
Chief Street Park, Chief Street, Bowden
Artist: Tristan Kerr | @tristan_kerr
Tristan was the successful applicant chosen through an Expression of Interest submission.
“Common Ground” is a site‑specific pathway artwork that introduces colour, rhythm and pattern into the daily journey through the space. The narrative and design were developed in partnership with students from Brompton Primary School.
Pt Malcolm Reserve, Military Road, Semaphore Park
Artist: Sam Songailo | @samsongailo
Sam Songailo is a South Australian artist who works across painting, installation, video, sound and sculpture.
Fawk Reserve Hall, Hanson Road, Athol Park
Artists: Sair Bean and Chelsea Morey | @sairbean
Sair and Chelsea were the successful applicants chosen through an Expression of Interest submission.
“Threads of Welcome” is a vibrant large‑scale mural that incorporates woven, mosaic, culinary and gemstone‑inspired elements to celebrate cultural diversity.
Viettopia Café, 49B Torrens Road, Bowden
Artist: Thomas Readett | @trvisualarts
As part of Council’s Local Centre Revitalisation Program, Council partnered with artist Thomas Readett to enhance a group of shops near the Ovingham underpass.
The mural connects with existing pieces in the area while celebrating community, native birdlife and local food culture.
Learn more about Public Art or Arts and Culture Grants.