Moore Park Skate Bowl | QUEANBEYAN
This vibrant mural at the Moore Park Skate Bowl was created by over 25 young people in collaboration with artists Mike Shankster and Arina Apostolova. Featuring a child snacking on hot chips beside a kookaburra, the artwork captures a familiar skatepark scene while celebrating local wildlife and paying tribute to Queanbeyan-born international pro skater Jack Fardell. Developed through a series of youth workshops, the project was supported by the NSW Department of Communities and Justice Youth Opportunities Program and involved participants aged 11 to 25 from local youth groups.
Find out more about the mural https://www.qprc.nsw.gov.au/News-Media/Moore-Park-Skate-Bowl-Transformation
Photo credit Mike Shankster
Address: Cnr Crawford Campbell and, Antill St, Queanbeyan NSW 2620
About the Artist: Mike Shankster
Mike Shankster is a versatile Australian artist known for his bold, illustrative style and large-scale outdoor murals. Influenced by comic books, cartoons, action sports, and the natural and built environment, Mike’s work blends playful energy with professional precision. With a background spanning illustration, branding, place-making, and public art, he brings creativity and attention to detail to every project—whether it’s a mural, logo, or custom design. Mike’s distinctive style and commitment to quality have made him a sought-after collaborator across community, corporate, and government sectors.
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mikeshankster/
About the Artist: Arina Apostolova
Arina Apostolova is a Ukrainian-born visual artist and muralist known for her distinctive style blending realism with abstract and surreal elements. Trained in fine arts at the Odessa State Academy of Building and Architecture, Arina has exhibited widely, including throughout China, where she lived and worked before relocating to Australia in 2022. Since then, she has completed multiple mural projects across the country, including large-scale public artworks in collaboration with local communities. Her unique approach, which she calls “Composite Realism,” combines detailed imagery with dreamlike symbolism and bold design.
