Life Ahead Mural by Akos Juhasz 2023 H 29m W 12m by Akos Artist in Shorncliffe

The mural as a whole employs the metaphor of a chessboard to illustrate life's intricate dynamics, akin to a strategic game with its own set of rules. The artwork serves as a poignant representation of the way children perceive life and its boundless potential lying ahead of them. It captures their youthful innocence and curiosity as they stand at the threshold of adulthood, where they will ultimately chart their life's course. In the left portion of the mural, we see junior students of the school adorned in the school's distinctive red uniforms. As we progress further across the chessboard, we encounter senior students and university scholars, poised on the brink of embarking on life's grand journey. This journey entails exploration, diverse experiences, hobbies, and activities, which may eventually crystallise into their chosen professions. The junior students, blissfully unaware of life's complexities, engage with the chess pieces in a playful manner, perhaps even climbing upon them or whimsically knocking them over. This phase of life allows them this liberty, as they are yet to fully grasp the rules governing their future. In the backdrop, the mural artfully represents the world, showcasing iconic buildings, natural landscapes, and artworks, painting a vivid tapestry that spans from Australia on the left to the far reaches of the globe on the right. The mural's right side extends beyond terrestrial boundaries, reaching into the limitless expanse of space. On the right side of the painting, we arrive at the culmination of this artistic narrative, where young adults have navigated life's intricate chessboard and are now engaged in a more deliberate play, embracing the rules and responsibilities that come with adulthood. The two weeks painting process of this captivating mural was meticulously documented by Akos, with a forthcoming time-lapse video offering a glimpse into the artistic process. To add another layer of depth, Akos has composed an accompanying song, further enriching the narrative and sensory experience of the mural.