Students from both Tranby College and Settlers Primary School have painted a mural at the Baldivis Youth Space as part of a project designed to combat graffiti across key locations in the City of Rockingham.
The mural at the Baldivis Youth Space is the first of a series of artworks to be installed across the community, with the project being funded by a grant the City secured from the WA Police State Graffiti Fund earlier this year.
Prior to painting the mural at the Baldivis Youth Space, more than 150 students from both schools have participated in art and spray painting workshops.
The artwork is designed in a way that allows it to become digitally interactive with the use of a smartphone app known as ‘EyeJack.’ Using augmented reality, elements of the artwork will come to life and move within the app.
“By creating interactive urban art in spaces often tarnished by graffiti, the City aims to build a sense of pride and community engagement in spaces that are often spoiled by graffiti,” City of Rockingham Mayor Barry Sammels said.
“The murals will be designed to spread the message Community Safety Starts with You, and by including local students in the project we hope it will help to develop a sense of ownership in the space that ultimately leads to a decrease in graffiti.”
To celebrate the launch of the artwork, the City will host an event at the Baldivis Youth Space on 30 October as part of the Skate Series workshops.
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