It's not unusual for the world renowned New Zealand artist Owen Dippie to spend most of his mahi standing on a cherry picker perched against a blank building wall.
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Enshrining the streets with familiar figures from Nelson Mandela to Biggie Smalls the artist has built a reputation for transforming city life around the world.
Owen Dippie Nelson Mandela painted on Ashworth Lane Mount Maunganui Photo:
Dippie's latest mural celebrates MMA star Israel Adesanya who he is proud to paint.
"This guy needs his flowers while he can smell them".
Kara Rickard and Mark Williams discuss his works impact and it's ability to spark conversation in our communities.
Kara Rickard and Mark Williams visit Owen Dippie's mural of MMA star Israel Adesanya Photo: Maggie Tweedie