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Banksy’s Wall and Piece Book Dedicated to Brian Haw Sold at Auction

November 22, 2023

The recent sale of Banksy’s book, Wall and Piece, has attracted significant attention due to its historical significance and unique inscription. The book was originally bought for a paltry £3 from a charity shop in Eastbourne, East Sussex, and features a handwritten message dedicated to Brian Haw, a British peace campaigner and protester. The inscription […]

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Street Artist BLU Explores the Emergence and Growth of Palermo’s Second-Hand Market in Animated Mural Video

November 15, 2023

Italian street artist Blu has released a new video titled “BALLARÒ / I WILL DANCE”. The video is an animated mural made in Palermo and inspired by the second-hand markets established in the late 1990s or early 2000s. The exact date is difficult due to the market’s informal nature. Initially, the market was located in […]

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Artist JR at the Palais Garnier, Paris 2023

November 12, 2023

In September of 2023, the Opéra National de Paris, one of the most prestigious cultural institutions in the world, extended an invitation to JR, a renowned artist, to collaborate on a unique project that would transform the scaffolding of the Palais Garnier as part of its renovation project. The installation, named Retour à la Caverne, […]

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Exploring Banksy’s Top Ten Most Notable Exhibitions: A Look at the Artistic Legacy of the Enigmatic Artist

November 7, 2023

Banksy is a celebrated figure in the world of contemporary art, renowned for creating visually stunning and politically charged artworks. Over the past two decades, he has staged numerous exhibitions that have left a lasting impact on the art world, each with its unique style and message. We take a chronological look at Banksy’s most […]

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The Power of Love and Hope in “A Glimpse of Humanity” by SMOK, Belgium 2023

November 6, 2023

SMOK is a talented Belgian artist whose thought-provoking pieces aim to inspire people to appreciate the natural world, reflect on social issues, and bring joy to their lives. One such glimmer can be found in the mural by SMOK titled “A Glimpse of Humanity”. The piece in Ronse depicts a mother chimpanzee with a sorrowful […]

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Invader Gives the Residents of Riom a Fright to Remember, Halloween 2023

November 1, 2023

On 31st October 2023, the residents of Riom were in for a fright they would never forget when French artist Invader struck the town with spooky mosaic art. The invasion occurred past midnight when most residents were asleep and unaware of the spectacle that was about to unfold. The spooky mosaic art consisted of Mr […]

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James Earley, Tony Byrne, and Cian Walker Pay Homage to Cork’s History, Ardú Street Art Festival 2023

October 24, 2023

The vibrant energy of the Ardú Street Art Festival is once again transforming the streets of Cork into a canvas for talented artists. The cityscape is adorned with stunning works of street art created by previous artists Deirdre Breen, Maser, James Earley, Peter Martin, Shane O’Driscoll, Aches, Garreth Joyce, Shane O’Malley, Friz, Conor Harrington, Asbestos, […]

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Vibrant Expressions of Love: Hunto’s Street Art in London

October 22, 2023

Italian artist Hunto has been a prolific contributor to the street art scene for many years. His art is a captivating, alluring, sensual expression of love and passion that incorporates a masterful blend of vivid colours and bold shapes. Drawing inspiration from his early days as a graffiti artist, Hunto imbues his art with a […]

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Dados Punto Cero’s Mural of Alex: Raising Awareness of Methylmalonic Acidemia, Spain 2023

October 19, 2023

Street artist Dados Punto Cero has painted a mural of the brave and beautiful Alex, a young boy living with Methylmalonic Acidemia. Dados Punto Cero’s playful and colourful mural is a powerful reminder of the challenges individuals and families face living with rare diseases. Methylmalonic acidemia is a group of inherited disorders that prevent the […]

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Invader's invasion of Malaga 2017. Photo credit Invader

French Artist Invader Acquitted of Criminal Damage Charges over Mosaic Installation on Malaga’s Episcopal Palace Wall, 2023

October 19, 2023

Following a five-year legal battle, Invader has been acquitted of criminal damage charges concerning the installation of a mosaic of a flamenco dancer on the wall of the protected episcopal palace in Malaga. The French artist had affixed the artwork to the palace’s exterior without obtaining the proper permissions in 2017 when he invaded Malaga […]

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Saype’s ‘Beyond Walls’ Project Comes to Turkey to Support Earthquake Relief Efforts, 2023

October 15, 2023

The talented artist renowned for his unique street and land art approach, Saype (Say Peace), has arrived in Hatay, Turkey. He is there to draw attention to the region as part of the ‘Beyond Walls’ global art project he initiated in 2019. Read more here. The remarkable ‘Beyond Walls’ project seeks to promote kindness and […]

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