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Blek le Rat, Begger, Paris 2005. Image copyright Blek le Rat

Blek le Rat – The Godfather of Stencilism Tackling Homelessness Through Street Art

March 4, 2023

Blek le Rat is a French street artist known for his stencil-based artwork that emerged in the early 1980s. He is considered one of the pioneers of the street art movement and has inspired many artists since. One of the most exciting aspects of Blek le Rat’s work is his use of social commentary to […]

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Banksy - Bomb Hugger Print

The Meaning Behind Banksy’s ‘Bomb Love’ – Explained

March 3, 2023

Banksy’s ‘Bomb Love’ (a.k .a. Bomb Hugger or Bomb Girl) is an iconic piece of street art that remains one of Banksy’s most celebrated works that promotes peace and love. ‘Bomb Love’ first appeared in east London in 2001, in Bristol, and then later in Brighton and features a young girl hugging a bomb as […]

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Eulalia: A Captivating Mural by Reskate in Mérida's La Antigua Neighbourhood

Eulalia: A Captivating Mural by Reskate in Mérida’s La Antigua Neighbourhood

February 28, 2023

Reskate, a talented duo, has recently completed a new mural for their Harreman project titled “Eulalia” in Mérida, Extremadura. The Harreman project aims to brighten up public spaces with language and interactivity, and Reskate has used photo-luminescent paint to create a captivating piece of art that can be interpreted in multiple ways and encourages participation […]

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INVADER to the MOON? French astronaut Thomas Pesquet’s email offer is out of this world! 2023

February 28, 2023

Invader must have been over the moon (pun intended) when he received an email from Thomas Pesquet, a French astronaut and an ardent admirer of his work. The email contained an offer simply out of this world – to take one of Invader’s works to the moon. Thomas Pesquet, who had spent six months in […]

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'Valentine's Day Mascara' Street Art by Banksy, Margate 2023. Image © Banksy

‘Valentine’s Day Mascara’ Street Art by Banksy, Margate 2023

February 14, 2023

A Banksy artwork called ‘Valentine’s Day mascara’ was spotted in Margate on Grosvenor Place. The piece portrayed a 1950s housewife wearing a blue checkered dress and yellow rubber gloves, with a black eye and a missing tooth. She was closing the lid of a discarded trunk freezer, with the legs and shoes of a man […]

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The Meaning Behind Banksy’s ‘Stop and Search’ – Explained

February 7, 2023

The artwork “Banksy Stop and Search (2007) ” skillfully depicts the absurdity of the “Stop and Search” practices that were prevalent in the UK in 2007. The artwork draws inspiration from the classic literary work “The Wizard of Oz” and presents a captivating storyline to convey its message. This monochrome piece features the central character, […]

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Mumbai Urban Art Festival (MUAF), 2023. Image © Sohil Belim

Mumbai Urban Art Festival (MUAF), 2023

February 2, 2023

St+art India Foundation and Asian Paints came together on 21st December 2022 to launch the three-month-long Mumbai Urban Art Festival (MUAF). MUAF took on a city-scale endeavour, including landmark murals, experiential exhibitions, immersive installations and public programming across key venues. Since 2014, St+art India and Asian Paints have collaborated to make art accessible to diverse […]

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Interview with Bisser embracing the unknown of ceramics, 2023

Interview with Bisser embracing the unknown of ceramics, 2023

January 10, 2023

Belgian street artist Bisser is known worldwide for his imaginative and playful murals. His energetic characters come to life on the street, and his animals have a unique serene style. Recently Bisser has turned his hands to clay and is creating his characters in 3D form. With his unique style, Bisser is taking his street […]

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Exploring Millo’s Work in Progress: A Reflection on Our Relationship with the Environment

January 3, 2023

Miami, Florida, is known for its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and world-renowned cuisine, but it’s also home to one of the most impressive displays of urban art in the world. The Wynwood Arts District is a hub for graffiti and street art, featuring large-scale murals and installations throughout the neighbourhood. One such mural is “Work […]

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Flash Invaders App: The Thrilling Adventure of Capturing Street Art Mosaics Around the World

December 22, 2022

The Flash Invaders app has become a worldwide sensation among mobile gamers, attracting hundreds of thousands of hunters since 2014. Its premise is simple yet engaging, as players must explore various cities and capture pictures of street art mosaics created by the famous French artist Invader. The game offers over 4,000 tiled mosaics to collect […]

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Street Art with More Impact, Recap of 2022

December 19, 2022

Street art can promote conversation and highlight social, political and environmental issues and has always been a powerful platform to convey messages to the masses. Check out the street art murals brought to us in 2022 via our news page that promote injustices and inspire hope for our future… JANUARY January sees Trash King Bordalo […]

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