Thousands of tourists flock to Melbourne's laneways every day for a glimpse of the city's street art. But few realise that the artists behind the colourful murals are working in a legal "grey area ...

Street art has historically been a medium of big gestures and high visibility. Head to Melbourne street art hotspot Hosier Lane, however, and you'll be hard-pressed to spot some of the best work ...

The original piece of commissioned artwork 'pathed between' has been created by Lisa Waup, a mixed-cultural First Peoples multidisciplinary artis and curator born in Naarm (Melbourne).

With the proper permission, street art is legal in the City of Melbourne, but most artists don’t get the written approval required. That means there’s still a level of stealth required.

Alison Young, Ghostpatrol, Miso, Timba, Thames & Hudson, $59.95 Review, Frances Atkinson. UNLIKE a gallery space, one of the unique aspects of street art is its ability to surprise.