Rone
Tyrone Wright • Born 1980, Melbourne, Australia
Rone is an internationally acclaimed street artist from Melbourne known for his haunting portraits of women's faces. His work explores themes of beauty and decay, often painted on abandoned buildings and forgotten spaces. From humble beginnings in the Melbourne graffiti scene to large-scale installations and immersive exhibitions, Rone has become one of Australia's most successful contemporary artists.
Artist Details
Based in: Melbourne, Australia
Artistic Style: Street art, Portraiture, Installation art, Photography
Notable Works
- Empire (2019) - Immersive art installation in Flinders Street
- The Omega Project (2017) - Site-specific installation
- Lumen (2021) - Light and sound installation
- Empty (2016) - Photography and installation series
Major Exhibitions
- National Gallery of Australia, Canberra (2020)
- Backwoods Gallery, Melbourne (multiple)
- Opera Gallery, New York (2016)
- Stolen Space Gallery, London (2012)
Collaborations
- Jean Paul Gaultier - Fashion collaboration
- Melbourne International Film Festival - Poster design
- The National - Album artwork
Achievements & Recognition
- Melbourne Design Awards - Gold Winner
- Australian Street Art Awards - Best Large Scale Work
- Work featured in National Gallery of Victoria collection