WAITING FOR A BUS JUST GOT A LOT MORE COLOURFUL

Shellharbour commuters are in for a visual treat, with vibrant new artworks bringing colour and creativity to bus shelters across the city.

The latest instalment of Shellharbour City Council’s Art in Unexpected Places program features bold designs by local artist Bella Taylor. Inspired by street art, pop culture and the local environment, Bella’s graffiti style work uses bright colours and playful movement to transform everyday infrastructure into joyful and engaging canvases.

Caption: The latest instalment of Council’s Art in Unexpected places features designs from local artist Bella Taylor. Image courtesy of Shellharbour City Council

“I love the idea of brightening someone’s day with something unexpected,” Bella said. 

“Not all art needs to be serious. It can simply be something that makes you smile while you’re waiting for the bus.”

A design student at the University of Wollongong, Bella has already made her mark with murals for James Fallon High School and on free graffiti walls throughout the city. Her latest works now feature at locations throughout Shellharbour and Wollongong.

The Art in Unexpected Places program supports local artists while making public spaces more vibrant and welcoming.

Shellharbour City Mayor Chris Homer said the project connects people with art in their everyday surroundings.

“Bella’s work is energetic, expressive and truly reflects the creativity thriving in our community,” Mayor Homer said.

“We’re proud to help bring that to the streets and make art accessible to everyone.”

For more of Bella’s work, visit bellataylorart.myportfolio.com or follow her on Instagram at @bellataylor.art.

Bus shelter artwork locations are as follows: 
• 211 Princes Highway, Rotary Park, Albion Park Rail 
• Shellharbour Primary School, Mary St, Shellharbour 
• Lake Entrance Road (Wattle Road intersection) 
• 128 Shellharbour Road, Warilla

To stay updated on upcoming artist opportunities or to explore previous works featured in the program, visit the arts and culture section of Council’s website.

KEY MESSAGES:
• Local artist Bella Taylor has created a series of vibrant, graffiti-inspired artworks now featured at bus shelters across Shellharbour and Wollongong.
• The project brings colour and creativity to everyday infrastructure, making public spaces more engaging and uplifting for the community.
• Council is proud to support emerging local talent and showcase creativity that reflects the energy and character of the region.