Melbourne's insatiable desire to shop, eat and party in the city's signature laneways is driving a new economy.

Street artist, Adnate, was recently commissioned by Hosier Inc, a collective of residents, artists and members of the street art community, to create a 23-metre high portrait down Hosier Lane in the heart of Melbourne.

Watch a video of the work here and read more about the project here.

Image courtesy of Dean Sunshine.