Sydney Lunar Festival
Sydney Lunar Festival 2022
The Guardian
Five Asian–Australian artists share what the Year of the Tiger means for them in a series of colourful, bright and engaging banner artworks displayed on our outdoor banner galleries, commissioned by The City of Sydney.
In the Guardian series; I want to create a whimsical and kitschy visual in the hope to welcome the start of the new year; Each Tiger in the artwork is full of life and strength and embodies the energy and drive to achieve and progress. The symbolism of the Tiger in Chinese culture is as diverse as the majesty creature itself.
In Chinese folklore, the Guardian tiger is believed to be a powerful creature because it can keep away from the three major disasters that affect households: fire, thieves, and evil spirits and be able to protect children and heal ill patients.
Location • Hay Street (between Pitt Street and Castlereagh Street)
Client • The City of Sydney
Coordinator • Grace Houw
Images • Chris Southwood, Andros, Natasha
Press Release • What’s On - Audio description
