EP 30: Spray Paint and Silo Tours - From Graffiti to Gallery w. DRAPL

Drapl is one of Brisbane's most well known street artists. His past roots with spray paint started with graffiti, something that we discuss within this episode. His decision to move away from graffiti and into street art was what opened up creative opportunities for him, and thus lead him to becoming one of Australia's best street artists.

Throughout the whole conversation, Drapl is honest about his feelings and attitudes towards art. His determination to continue his practice when faced with large-scaled works is what makes him such a fantastic painter. Undeniably, this determination has contributed to the melting pot of which Brisbane is becoming. He is an invaluable part of Brisbane culture and throughout the wider Australian communities he visits, both rural, regional and otherwise.

Without artists such as Drapl, we would not be able to advance culturally through the arts. Drapl has demonstrated, not only through his artwork but also through his words, that his abilities are transforming the spaces we live in. These transformations are positively impacting all of us who are able to see them in person and online. I look forward to seeing how his creations inspire future artists and allow growth for Australian communities culturally.

I hope you enjoy the episode, and I am very thankful to Drapl for coming on to discuss his art and journey with us. 

Show Notes - References:
RED HILL MURAL

ABOUT DRAPL:
Travis Vinson, also known as Drapl, (Dr Apple) is a multidisciplinary artist who has been painting in Brisbane and across Australia over the last twenty-seven years. 

Drapl has painted every type of mural imaginable and has been a professional artist for as long as he can remember. He first picked up spray paint when he was fourteen years old and never stopped! 
 
Drapl is known for his abstract energetic portraits that usually include a quote of whatever is inspiring happiness for him that week. For some projects, he teams up with The Zoopkeeper. These are typically large scaled works such as silos and water tower projects around Australia. 

Drapl’s work can be seen all around Brisbane, especially on the many restaurants, cafes, nightclubs and bars. His work always brings a smile to the onlookers eyes.

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