Mural a lively addition to Red Hill’s canvas

Cellar & Pantry Red Hill has become a lot more vibrant thanks to artist Charlie Ryan, whose new 20m mural along the front of the building is full of lively brushstrokes reflecting the rhythm of the community.

Known primarily for his smaller works on canvas, Charlie took on a larger challenge this time, capturing the essence of Red Hill life in a way that seems to really resonate with residents. The unveiling of the mural turned the venue into a happy hour gathering spot, embodying the town’s lively spirit. Commissioned by Cellar & Pantry owners Joe and Dee Caligiuri, it’s based on Charlie’s Dance series of works.

Inspired by the dynamic community and representing a celebration of life as a dance, the mural was a collaborative effort, with Charlie’s young children Bella, Christopher and Rose contributing their energy to the giant ‘paint by numbers’ project, infusing it with a sense of joy and spontaneity. The result is a burst of interwoven colour and movement mirroring the beauty of life in Red Hill. The palette echoes the natural hues of the Peninsula, with blues from the nearby ocean, greens reflecting the landscape, and reds paying homage to the famous Red Hill earth.

Beyond this mural and his more traditional canvas works, Charlie’s artistic influence extends to other commercial work. From designing labels for Cape Schanck Olive Oil to crafting the aesthetics of Frogs Pond wine and the rebranding of the Red Hill Football Netball Club, you can see the influence of Charlie’s creativity across the Peninsula.

With its vibrant colours and swirling dance-like patterns, Charlie’s mural is set to become an integral part of the Red Hill narrative, weaving a tale of celebration and unity in every brushstroke.