Melbourne is a curious mix of funky street colour, European alleyways and classy boutiques. It’s happening. Melbourne’s streets hold a broad range of people: some in converse sneakers, others in heels; some walk fast, others simply stand. There are paper shopping bags, cigarettes and mobile phones. Sunglasses everywhere. Coffee, pizza, chocolate. The racket of busking lurks around the corner. Some alleyways are dim, even during the day, with bright paint lighting the way. The sound of feet. Chatter. Laughter. More coffee. Things that may not be considered beautiful, can be. Are. Like a dusty wall, or peeling paint. Like clashes of colour and the blend of noise.
Hello Melbourne.
Armed with iPhones and a camera, my friend and I explored Melbourne city.
Using only spray paints, newspaper, cardboard and a pencil.
Feet. Lot’s of feet in Melbourne.
We saw a tram/car crash. Trams rule the road.
Funky cafes and places to eat.
A corner.
Look up for no reason.
Light and colour.
Quirky shops.
Happiness from the roof at Victory Gallery of Art.
Blue. White. Black. Beige.
Coffee and tea.
I wonder how many words I can see here.
I’m doing (almost) Wordless Wednesday with
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Squiggly Rainbow
April 11, 2012 at 8:50 amWe love Melbourne – before my kids were born… or at least the boys – we’d venture in at least once a month…. My big girl is so excited to start some more mummy time in the city! Glad you loved it! xx
Becky from BeckyandJames.com
April 11, 2012 at 9:27 amLove seeing Melbourne through your eyes, Kel.
Aroha @ Colours of Sunset
April 11, 2012 at 9:36 amAwesome pics. I have never been to Melbourne. Very excited to be taking my first trip in June! Even more so after these pics!
Jen Finch
April 11, 2012 at 10:16 amI love that city! So much personality and an endless choice of adventures to be had. Great memories of catching trams into the city with the kids and playing in the many gardens scattered around the city.
Nicole
April 11, 2012 at 11:33 amI love Melbourne! Love these photos.
Tracy
April 11, 2012 at 1:51 pmI love Melbourne so much! I can’t wait until the little man is a bit older and we can go back again. I loved exploring it again through your photos, thanks for sharing x
sannah
April 11, 2012 at 2:17 pmLove your shots! I still feel like I am in the process of getting to know melbourne, but it is definitely a special place.
xx Sannah
Sonia @ Life Love and Hiccups
April 11, 2012 at 8:17 pmAwesome posts Kelly – you should totally be on a commission as you have just inspired me to want to go back. I love the gritty style of Melbourne. Uber cool. xxx
Kelly Be A Fun Mum
April 11, 2012 at 11:57 pmLOVE that you got my undertone message in the pictures of Melbourne having a gritty style!!!
Seana Smith
April 11, 2012 at 8:26 pmOh I’m so envious, I just went straight between airport and conf and didn’t wander at all. Too quick! Good to see some of the real Melbourne through your eyes and lens.
bettyl
April 11, 2012 at 8:45 pmThanks for the tour! I hope to get there some day!
Jade
April 11, 2012 at 9:01 pmI lived in Melbourne for a year and I do miss it dreadfully although at least it is comparable to some of my favorite cities in Europe!
Lisa Wood
April 11, 2012 at 10:10 pmI so love Melbourne – there is so much to see and do!
Love your photos – love the one with the bookstore!
insurtipsonline.com
March 8, 2014 at 12:12 amThis is what we need – an insight to make everyone think
Ash
April 11, 2012 at 10:38 pmI’ll say it again Kell, I love the way you look at the world! We went into Brisbane last weekend, and I had such fun capturing all the different things there were to see. Love the shoe photo! x
Twitchy
April 11, 2012 at 11:02 pmGood job of capturing the essence! Glad you enjoyed it 🙂 I’m a bit spoilt- lived here all my life…so I do wonder *where* else would I go live for a while if I had the choice? Hmm- toughie 🙂
xoCATox
April 12, 2012 at 8:59 amYAY! Melbourne, my wonderful home town.
Love your photos. They capture so much of the city’s beautiful charm! 🙂
Ames
April 13, 2012 at 2:07 pmLovely photos! So interesting, makes me feel like I’ve been to Melbourne!
Tamara
April 13, 2012 at 5:15 pmOh I need to book a holiday in Melbourne. I haven’t been there for years.
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