The Lyrebird pays tribute to one of the Dandenong Ranges’ most treasured native species. Nestled amongst deep green foliage and native flowers found within its habitat, the artwork celebrates the richness of the local ecosystem and the remarkable wildlife that has shaped the identity of the Hills for thousands of years.
Renowned for its extraordinary ability to mimic the sounds of the forest, the lyrebird represents the intricate relationship between nature, memory, and place. Chosen for its strong connection to Upwey and the surrounding ranges, the work reflects the importance of protecting these environments and recognising the deep cultural and ecological stories they continue to hold. Together with the other murals in the series, it invites viewers to develop a deeper appreciation for Country and the shared responsibility of caring for it.
Originally created as a hand-painted 2.5 × 3.5 metre public mural commissioned for the Moving Forward Together project in Upwey, this artwork is now available as a professionally reproduced A3 landscape print on premium 300gsm archival paper, preserving the richness, detail, and presence of the original work.
The Lyrebird pays tribute to one of the Dandenong Ranges’ most treasured native species. Nestled amongst deep green foliage and native flowers found within its habitat, the artwork celebrates the richness of the local ecosystem and the remarkable wildlife that has shaped the identity of the Hills for thousands of years.
Renowned for its extraordinary ability to mimic the sounds of the forest, the lyrebird represents the intricate relationship between nature, memory, and place. Chosen for its strong connection to Upwey and the surrounding ranges, the work reflects the importance of protecting these environments and recognising the deep cultural and ecological stories they continue to hold. Together with the other murals in the series, it invites viewers to develop a deeper appreciation for Country and the shared responsibility of caring for it.
Originally created as a hand-painted 2.5 × 3.5 metre public mural commissioned for the Moving Forward Together project in Upwey, this artwork is now available as a professionally reproduced A3 landscape print on premium 300gsm archival paper, preserving the richness, detail, and presence of the original work.
