Wes Franklin - Bendigo, Australia (2022)
Artist statement: I'm stoked to be part of the @YouAreNotAloneMurals movement, and to be one of the first in Australia! As part of the mural process I collaborated with my wife Heidi who is an art teacher at one of our local schools. We did a stencil workshop with the Year 6 students to create a dynamic pattern in the background of the mural, using icons inspired by the 'you are not alone' theme. As I was painting, I had numerous people come past and affirm that mental health is a huge issue and should be talked about more. I'm grateful to play a very small part in breakin the stigma around mental health.
Artist Bio: Wes Franklin is a graphic designer, lettering artist and muralist based in Bendigo, Australia.