Banksy in London: A Dead Tree and Vivid Hues in Finsbury Park
March 17, 2024
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In an unexpected corner of London’s Finsbury Park, a new Banksy piece silently confronts passersby with a jarring juxtaposition of life and decay. Unannounced but unmistakably Banksy, the artwork features a lifeless tree standing in stark contrast to a backdrop of vibrant green splatters—created, in a twist of irony, with a fire extinguisher. This vivid…
“Cherry Mouse” by Bordalo II in Lisboa, Portugal
February 13, 2024
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Portuguese artist Artur Bordalo, known as Bordalo II, is renowned for his transformative street art creations. His latest work, the Cherry Mouse, unveiled at the Cor de Chelas Festival  festival, is a testament to his unique approach to art. Situated in Lisbon’s Estrada de Chelas neighborhood, the installation breathes new life into the urban landscape, bringing color…
Artist Interview: Dan The Automator Nakamura X Good Luck Dry Cleaners
January 1, 2024
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Matthew A. Eller: I am here today with the one and only Dan The Automator Nakamura and Phil Reese from Good Luck Dry Cleaners, and we are going to talk about art. So Dan, can you tell everybody briefly who you are, and what you do?  Dan The Automator: They call me Dan The Automator.…
“LA JOTA” Urban Postcards G085 by Giulio Vesprini in Zaragoza, Spain
December 5, 2023
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Renowned street artist Giulio Vesprini has recently unveiled a captivating mural as part of the Asalto Festival in Zaragoza. Nestled in the enchanting “La Jota” neighborhood, this masterpiece finds its canvas amidst a place rich in history and architectural charm. La Jota, with its roots dating back to an ambitious 1947 housing project, was envisioned as…
Artist Retrospective: Tristan Eaton
December 1, 2023
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In the vibrant tapestry of contemporary street art, Tristan Eaton stands as a luminary, celebrated for his awe-inspiring large-scale murals that grace urban landscapes worldwide. Born in Hollywood in 1978 and seasoned by a nomadic upbringing, Eaton’s journey from London to Detroit and finally to the bustling streets of New York at the age of…
“Graffiti Art in Prison” by Martha Cooper & David Mesguich in Florence, Italy
November 24, 2023
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In the early days of 2021, a personal encounter with the prison system opened doors to a unique opportunity. Gabriella Cianciolo, a professor at the University of Cologne, extended an invitation to become a speaker in the interdisciplinary “Graffiti Art in Prison” project, aptly named GAP. Eagerly embracing the chance, our protagonist proposed taking the…
Artist Interview: Carlo McCormick Discusses Curating “Wild Style 40th Anniversary Exhibition” at Jeffrey Deitch Gallery, NYC Opening 11/11/23
November 10, 2023
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#carlomccormick, @erichazenyc It’s seminal! There were certain things that became the means by which hip-hop culture conquered the world, the original memes of graffiti and rap that went global. And this is the very first movie to do that. So it’s super, super important. It’s naive, and fresh, and not cynical. If you think about…
Saype in Hatay, Turkey
November 9, 2023
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Saype has gained international recognition for his massive, environmentally conscious art installations that transcend the boundaries of traditional street art. His approach to art is never about ego or self-promotion, instead, he aimed to use his art as a means to convey messages of unity, peace, and sustainability. He describes his work as a “positive…
 Avant Arte x Barry McGee: New Time-Limited Print Editions
November 2, 2023
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Avant Arte, the curated marketplace that makes discovering and owning art radically more accessible, announces its first collaboration with renowned artist Barry McGee. Together, they will release McGee’s first ever time-limited print edition, Untitled, 2023 that will be available to all for €600.00/ approx. $635.00 on avantarte.com from 3:00pm GMT/ 10:00am ET on 9 November 2023. Untitled, 2023 is…
New Mural by PichiAvo in Bayonne, France
October 31, 2023
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In the city of Bayonne, PichiAvo, the renowned Spanish artistic duo, has once again graced the urban landscape with their latest work of art. This captivating mural, presented as part of the Points de Vue Street Art Festival, pays a heartfelt tribute to Glaucus, the Greek sea god. The mural seamlessly intertwines with Bayonne’s profound connection to water,…

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