“WELCOME” by Pejac in Aberdeen, Scotland
June 17, 2022
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For his latest intervention, Pejac chose the entrance of a building in the very centre of the city of Aberdeen (Scotland). This property was specifically chosen because it hosts many charities as well as homes for vulnerable residents facing social exclusion. The multitude of tiny figures that make up this doormat come together to stand…
“The Man on the Stone” by Jofre Oliveras in Aberdeen, Scotland
June 17, 2022
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Spanish muralist and activist Jofre Oliveras decided to explore what nationalism means in 2022 for his Nuart Aberdeen mural. Located on Frederick Street, his large-scale painting depicts a man who’s holding a flag – but the flag is covering his face. Exploring the concept of Nationalism, the man on the stone, blinded by the flag is…
Mural by Helen Bur in Aberdeen, Scotland
September 2, 2021
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Nuart Festival alumni Helen Bur, was the final artist in residence to add to Nuart’s 2021 run of city-wide mural art in Aberdeen, an antidote to the lack of art-related initiatives taking place during the events of the last 17 months.  Bur was commissioned by Nuart to bring her traditionally-influenced, narratively-poetic style to the walls…
“STUCK UP” by Nuart Aberdeen Summer 2021 in Aberdeen, UK
August 3, 2021
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Art can be humble while still making an impact; as much craft as high concept, while still grabbing attention and changing minds. The more accessible the initial process of making art becomes, the more likely it is to reach a wider audience.  Looking past the widely-known terms of Street Art & Public Art, and further…
“Pulling Faces” by Fanakapan in Aberdeen, Scotland
July 29, 2021
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The Dorset-born, London-based street artist Fanakapan brought a smile to Aberdeen this week – two in fact – with his perspective-defying street art, the fifth artist to appear for Nuart Aberdeen Summer 2021. Fanakapan is the latest ‘artist in residence’ in the Granite City curated by Nuart to bring new life to its walls. With a background…
Mural by SNIK in Aberdeen, Scotland
July 14, 2021
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Stencil art duo, SNIK have recently collaborated with Nuart Aberdeen Summer’s third project in this year’s residency programme. Nuart and SNIK have developed a fabulously creative and productive relationship over the last few years. This will be the second visit to Nuart Aberdeen having joined the event in 2018 where they produced the now landmark “Hold Fast Hope” mural.…
Mural by Henrik Uldalen in Aberdeen, Scotland
July 7, 2021
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Henrik Uldalen was the second artist to descend on The Granite City for this years Nuart Aberdeen festival, which due to covid restrictions has taken the form of a series of artist in residence projects. The festival has an ongoing series of projects that aims to give everyone a lift – by reconnecting with those spaces and places…
KMG at Nuart Aberdeen Summer 2021, Scotland
June 30, 2021
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Aberdonian mischief painter KMG kicks off Nuart’s ‘artist residency’ line-up in her home city. KMG is the first of numerous artists to take to the streets of Aberdeen for Nuart 2021, armed with raw, bright character art and a healthy dose of rebellious attitude. KMG is a Scottish based artist, illustrator, printer and painter. Her curious nature…
Ceramic Mosaics by Carrie Reichardt for Nuart Aberdeen 2018
May 8, 2018
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Nuart festival once again teamed up with Amnesty International during recently held Nuart Aberdeen 2018. After working with Ricky Lee Gordon during their 2017 edition in Stavanger, this time they joined forces with contemporary ceramicist Carrie Reichardt to create a piece of permanent public art that will highlight Amnesty International’s project in support of women human…
“An affective bond” by Hyuro in Scotland
April 19, 2018
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The one and only Hyuro just sent us some sweet images from her latest artwork which was just completed on the streets of Aberdeen in Scotland. In town for the latest edition of the Nuart Street Art Festival, Hyuro created another beautiful piece showing two of her signature females characters interacting with each other. The…

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