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The meaning behind Banksy’s ‘Grin Reaper’ – Explained

April 13, 2023

Banksy’s artwork, “The Grin Reaper,” is a renowned piece that is both early and widely recognisable. The artwork depicts the infamous soul-collecting Grim Reaper standing atop a clock with a scythe, but with a unique twist that sets it apart. The skull’s traditional features have been replaced with a yellow smiley face, a symbol that […]

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ECHOES: A Tribute to Burmantofts Pottery Unveiled by ADD FUEL in Leeds, UK

April 10, 2023

ECHOES is the latest mural by Diogo Machado, also known as ADD FUEL unveiled in Leeds, UK, serving as a tribute to the rich history and catalogue of Burmantofts Pottery. The mural draws inspiration from the city’s cultural heritage and aims to resonate deeply with the local community. ADD FUEL is a Portuguese visual artist […]

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The My Dog Sighs £45,000 Easter Treasure Hunt, Portsmouth 2023

The My Dog Sighs £45,000 Easter Treasure Hunt, Portsmouth 2023

April 6, 2023

Portsmouth Artist My Dog Sighs has been busy devising an Easter hunt on a new level! This year world-renowned street artist, My Dog Sighs is celebrating 20 years of creating work and having founded his career through Free Art Friday. To celebrate his 20th anniversary, he is creating a huge three-day Free Art treasure hunt […]

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The meaning behind Invader’s LED Screen Print – Explained

March 30, 2023

The LED Limited Edition signed screen print (2017) by French street artist Invader is a true gem for all retro video game lovers. The ‘LED’ screen print crafted by French street artist Invader is captivating and effortlessly blends retro and contemporary styles. The moon’s mountainous landscape is embellished with stars, creating a tranquil vibe further […]

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D*Face, Sea Walls: Artists for oceans, St. Thomas 2023. Image © Yoshi Yanagita

Sea Walls: Artists for oceans, St. Thomas 2023

March 28, 2023

Sea Walls: Artists for Oceans is PangeaSeed Foundation’s groundbreaking ARTivism program that brings the message of ocean conservation into streets around the world. During January, Sea Walls: Artists for Oceans returned to the U.S. Virgin Islands. This is their second visit to the Territory, with their first being in St. Croix 4 years ago. Street artists created […]

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Banksy - Love is in the Air (Flower Thrower) Image @ GraffitiStreet.com

The meaning behind Banksy’s ‘Love is in the Air’ – Explained

March 23, 2023

Banksy’s iconic mural Love Is in the Air, also known as Flower Thrower, was painted in 2003 directly onto the West Bank Wall, the 760-kilometre barrier separating Israel from Palestine. One of the artist’s most enduring images, the work emerged during Banksy’s early interventions in the region, where he used public art to confront occupation, restriction, and the […]

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Space2, last tests before leaving : Photo - ESA space invader

From Street Art to Space Art: The Incredible Space Invasions of French Urban Artist, Invader

March 23, 2023

Celebrated French urban artist Invader has gained immense recognition for his unique and exceptional style, replicating the crude pixellation of 8-bit video games from the 1970s and 1980s. His stunning mosaic pieces can be found in cities worldwide, adorning buildings, walls, and alleyways, and his artwork has become a ubiquitous feature of many urban landscapes. […]

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Exploring the Life and Legacy of Diego Rivera: A Master of Mexican Muralism

March 17, 2023

Diego Rivera is one of the most renowned Mexican artists of the 20th century, known for his bold and powerful murals. His work is recognised worldwide for its social and political commentary and celebration of Mexican culture and history. Diego Rivera was born in Guanajuato, Mexico, in 1886. He began his artistic career at a […]

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Saype giant landart painting at the Ibri solar farm, Ibri 2 IPP Project, in Oman 2023. Image © Saype

Artist Saype’s Light Bulb Moment in Oman, 2023

March 16, 2023

French-Swiss artist Saype realized a giant landart painting on March 11th, 2023, at the Ibri solar farm, Ibri 2 IPP Project, in Oman. With an overall area of 11,250 square meters, this artwork was created using biodegradable pigments made out of charcoal & chalk. This work questions us about our relationship to energy and the […]

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Blek le Rat: The Man Who Walks Through The Walls

March 15, 2023

Blek le Rat is a French artist who has been active in street art since the 1980s. He is considered one of the pioneers of stencil art, earning him the nickname “The Godfather of Stencil Art.” One of Blek le Rat’s most iconic images is “The Man Who Walks through the Walls”. This image is […]

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Morning is Broken by Banksy, Kent 2023. Image © Banksy

Morning is Broken by Banksy, Kent 2023

March 15, 2023

World-famous Banksy has shared images of a stencil titled “Morning is Broken” on his instagram page this morning. The artwork had been stencilled on the side of a derelict 500-year-old farmhouse near Herne Bay, Kent.  The cute piece shows the silhouette of a child drawing back the ‘corrugated iron’ curtains with their pet peering round the […]

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