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Chuck Mayfield

@chuckmayfield

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Australian artist • Melbourne
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A favorite from 2022.
The majestic hippocampus
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A mythological creature, half horse, half fish. They symbolize hope, agility, strength, imagination and creativity.
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I love to paint mythological imagery, whether the narrative is ancient, modern, or my own creation.
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Painted for the legends at @blu_australian_seafood_group
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#blufishandchippery #hippocampus #greekmythology #chuckmayfield #chuckmayfieldart #streetart #muralart #melbourne #melbournestreetart taken in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia by @chuckmayfield

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4 years ago

A favorite from 2022. The majestic hippocampus
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A mythological creature, half horse, half fish. They symbolize hope, agility, strength, imagination and creativity.
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I love to paint mythological imagery, whether the narrative is ancient, modern, or my own creation.
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Painted for the legends at @blu_australian_seafood_group
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#blufishandchippery #hippocampus #greekmythology #chuckmayfield #chuckmayfieldart #streetart #muralart #melbourne #melbournestreetart taken in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia by @chuckmayfield

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4 years ago

A favorite from 2022.
The majestic hippocampus
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A mythological creature, half horse, half fish. They symbolize hope, agility, strength, imagination and creativity.
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I love to paint mythological imagery, whether the narrative is ancient, modern, or my own creation.
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Painted for the legends at @blu_australian_seafood_group
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#blufishandchippery #hippocampus #greekmythology #chuckmayfield #chuckmayfieldart #streetart #muralart #melbourne #melbournestreetart taken in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia by @chuckmayfield

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4 years ago

Fitzroy Fish Salad mural with @chuckmayfield by @chuckmayfield

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a year ago

A skate deck I painted for @mossfoundationskaters charity auction last year.
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A great cause that provides much needed water to the people of Eswatini, Africa.
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#mossfoundationskaters #skatedeckart #chuckmayfield #siamesefighter #chuckmayfieldart taken in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia by @chuckmayfield

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3 years ago

‘Jeddah’ - one of the finest companions I’ve known in life.
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My piece for ‘& friends’ group show now showing at @squareandfriends gallery in Melbourne CBD.
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#squareandfriends #doberman #portrait #chuckmayfield taken in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia by @chuckmayfield

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3 years ago

Fantasy freestyle in Manukau.
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#chuckmayfield #uvpaint taken in Manukau, New Zealand by @chuckmayfield

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3 years ago

I’m bored…
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#artisboring #chuckmayfield #chuckmgraffiti taken in T̷͔̓ȟ̵͔ḛ̸͂ ̶̺͂V̴̤̉ọ̸̋í̷̡d̸̮͝ by @chuckmayfield

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3 years ago

Portrait of a local... A giant weta in Auckland.
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#uvpaint #chuckmayfield taken in Manukau, New Zealand by @chuckmayfield

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3 years ago

In December 2023, Chuck Mayfield transformed a 22m (w) x 14m (h) wall in Field Street, Ballarat. At the heart of the mural, depictions of Bunjil & Waa breaching the water’s surface, referencing Lal Lals Falls from the Bunjil origin story, & representing Waa as the protector of the waterways. The water itself is symbolic of the local lakes, creeks, rivers, & has nostalgic ties to the YMCA pool which locals will remember being on this site.

The mural shows Bunjil’s transformation visually from head to tail; through time & motion, becoming more magical & vibrant with a sensational yet refined colour palette, carefully selected after council consultation. Bunjil’ s plumage transitions from natural earthy browns to brightly illuminated colour against a glowing sky. Light comes from his chest to signify his turning into a star. Waa has similar supernatural elements to signify his identity as a deity spirit. Subtle streams of abstract colour & pattern emulate from behind the birds to represent the spirit of creativity & culture evolving from the Ballarat community, driving the culture & community forward into the future.

Both spirits of Bunjil & Waa come from ancient indigenous mythology, & are symbols that connect us in a way that transcends our differences and even time.

References to colonial history merge with the sky, the land, & the water to represent Ballarat as we know it now, & the symbiotic relationship between the land & all people who live there. These layers in the composition overlay the diverse collection of influences in Ballarat’s cultural offering, & the complexities & layers in human life, psychology, & culture. The colours of the environment blend through this section to instill unity through the whole piece, symbolising the united community of different groups, cultures, & backgrounds as they merge together.

This piece focuses on highlighting common ground in the shared spaces that connect & bond the people who share it, with the hope of increasing community spirit, social cohesion & a sense of belonging & identity that all residents can take pride in.

Proudly commissioned by @creativecityballarat
#justanotheragency #chuckmayfield #ballarat taken in Ballarat, Victoria by @chuckmayfield

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3 years ago

My portrait of @gracejonesofficial for @ziggys_discolounge event space at the iconic @vintagegarage
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#gracejones #vintagegarage #ziggysdiscolounge #chuckmayfield #chuckmayfieldart taken in Vintage Garage by @chuckmayfield

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3 years ago

My portrait of @gracejonesofficial for @ziggys_discolounge event space at the iconic @vintagegarage
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#gracejones #vintagegarage #ziggysdiscolounge #chuckmayfield #chuckmayfieldart taken in Vintage Garage by @chuckmayfield

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