Saturday – 2pm to 4pm

Join us for an afternoon of storytelling and industry insights as we peel back the layers of the contemporary art world. 

The event features world class speakers and artists, Callum Preston, Mimi Leung, and Rone. Read more about participating speakers below and overleaf.

Callum Preston: A journey through nostalgia and DIY culture. Callum discusses the world-building behind Video Land, Milk Bar, and his unique multidisciplinary practice.

Mimi Leung: Local legend and Benalla Street Art Festival mascot illustrator Mimi Leung shares insights into her vibrant practice, her connection to the region, and how she translates her bold vision to the wall.

Rone: The master of ephemeral installations takes us behind the scenes, unpacking the massive logistical and emotional undertakings of his recent blockbuster projects.

Sunday – 10am to 11:30am

Peril & Paris did not just inhabit Australia’s 1980s underground; they claimed the throne. Operating at the intersection of B-boy style and graffiti mastery, they became Melbourne’s premier duo, cementing legendary status through relentless work and secret identities that operated twice as hard as the rest.

This history is delivered by Puzle Press, the boutique publisher founded by legendary writer Puzle. Following the monumental success of Kings Way: The Beginnings of Australian Graffiti – the definitive bible of the scene – Puzle Press continues its mission to preserve raw, first-hand cultural accounts.

With a personal archive of over 600 images, Claim 2 Fame is the next chapter in this preservation. It documents a steadfast partnership and a Hip Hop legacy that inspired a generation.

On Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April, we bring this history to life at the Benalla Street Art Festival. Peril & Paris will be painting live and joining us for a Q&A, offering rare insight into the grit required to build a movement from the pavement up.