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Street Protest (24 photos)
Content warning: In the world of street art, walls become megaphones for those without a platform. Across cities and alleyways, artists leave statements that challenge power, wealth, and the status quo. This collection highlights some of the most striking protest art foun
In the world of street art, walls become megaphones for those without a platform. Across cities and alleyways, artists leave statements that challenge power, wealth, and the status quo.
This collection highlights some of the most striking protest art found in public spaces—raw, unfiltered, and impossible to ignore.
From critiques of billionaires and wealth hoarding to reflections on leadership, power, and society. These artworks transform public spaces into an open-air gallery of artistic expression. Whether stenciled, pasted, or spray-painted, each piece carries a message that refuses to be silenced.
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By My Stencil in Lyon, France.
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Made with balloons by BLCKSMTH.
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By Evyrein in Padua, Italy. More photos here.
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This custom paint job really enhances this Cybertruck.
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“Make América white again” on colonial history by Caiozzama in Tabio, Cundinamarca, Colombia.
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Plastic Jesus in Los Angeles (6 photos)
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Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties
Street artist Evyrein’s work “Elon Mask” critiques Elon Musk’s salute during Donald Trump’s second inauguration and his subsequent appearance at a far-right AfD event in Germany.
The artwork, located in Padua, Italy, depicts Musk pulling a black mask over his face to mimic a Hitler-style mustache, with bold red graffiti text reading “Elon MASK” above.For more by Evyrein follow him on Instagram here!
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Elon Musk's Salute Stirs Up Reaction From Right-Wing Extremists
Right-wing extremists are abuzz over Elon Musk giving an awkward straight-armed salute during an inauguration rally for Donald Trump.Tim Dickinson (Rolling Stone)
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Don’t be fooled by the charm of billionaires
A street sticker declares, “THE ONLY DANGEROUS MINORITY IS THE RICH.” Plastered on an urban surface, this piece of street commentary challenges economic power structures in just a few words.
What do you think? Which sculpture is your favorite?
TVBOY’s Latest Street Art Takes on Trump, Musk & Power
Content warning: Street artist TVBOY is back with another striking political mural, this time taking aim at Donald Trump and Elon Musk. The artwork, titled Welcome to the Year of the Snake, is a satirical nod to Disney’s Robin Hood, with a clear message about power, manip
Street artist TVBOY is back with another striking political mural, this time taking aim at Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
The artwork, titled Welcome to the Year of the Snake, is a satirical nod to Disney’s Robin Hood, with a clear message about power, manipulation, and ego.
More: Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties
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A Familiar Villain: Trump as Prince John
The mural reimagines Trump as Prince John, the cowardly and petulant lion from the classic Disney film. Dressed in his signature red and white royal robe and golden crown, he sits in a sulking pose, sucking his thumb—a clear jab at his childish and narcissistic tendencies. In Robin Hood, Prince John is known for his greed, incompetence, and obsession with power, making him an apt comparison for the former U.S. president.
Elon Musk as Sir Hiss: The Scheming Snake
Beside Trump, a green snake with Elon Musk’s face slithers into the scene. Dressed in a black cloak like an executioner, the snake channels Sir Hiss, Prince John’s manipulative advisor in Robin Hood. In the film, Sir Hiss whispers suggestions into Prince John’s ear, fueling his delusions of grandeur—much like the influence some believe Musk has over modern discourse and digital power structures.
Street Art with a Bite
The bold, dripping green text above the figures reads: “WELCOME TO THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE!” This could be a reference to the Chinese zodiac, where the snake symbolizes intelligence, cunning, and sometimes deception. Or it could be TVBOY’s way of warning us about the figures who dominate headlines and wield influence in unpredictable ways.
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Stop Hate – A portrait of an elderly woman holding a stop sign with “HATE” added, shared by TVBOY on Holocaust Remembrance Day after visiting Auschwitz.
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Make America Love Again.
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Freedom – A piece featuring journalist Cecilia Sala breaking free from chains, symbolizing the fight for press freedom.
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Global Warning – A reinterpretation of climate issues, showing children playing with buckets of glowing red, referencing global warming’s dangers.
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Trash Hate – A striking image of a child throwing symbols of hate into a non-recyclable waste bin, promoting a message of rejecting extremism.
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Help – A moving artwork depicting a child holding a sign that reads “HELP,” with letters colored in reference to the Palestinian flag, highlighting humanitarian crises.
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Hope – A tribute to Ukraine, depicting a girl painting the word “HOPE” with the “O” replaced by a peace sign, in front of a blue and yellow backdrop representing the Ukrainian flag.
Together Against Hate – A mural showing two children embracing in front of the words “TOGETHER AGAINST HATE!” and a “WORK IN PROGRESS” sign at the bottom.
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Freedom is packing.
TVBOY’s Legacy of Political Street Art
TVBOY is known for his pop-infused, politically charged street art, often merging satire with classic cultural references. His work has taken aim at world leaders, tech moguls, and societal issues, making him one of the most recognizable contemporary street artists today. This latest mural is yet another example of how he uses humor and nostalgia to critique modern figures of power.
More: Speak Truth to Power?: 32 Photos Of Real Talk Graffiti
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Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties
Street artist Evyrein’s work “Elon Mask” critiques Elon Musk’s salute during Donald Trump’s second inauguration and his subsequent appearance at a far-right AfD event in Germany.
The artwork, located in Padua, Italy, depicts Musk pulling a black mask over his face to mimic a Hitler-style mustache, with bold red graffiti text reading “Elon MASK” above.For more by Evyrein follow him on Instagram here!
More: Speak Truth to Power? – 32 Photos Of Real Talk Graffiti
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Elon Musk's Salute Stirs Up Reaction From Right-Wing Extremists
Right-wing extremists are abuzz over Elon Musk giving an awkward straight-armed salute during an inauguration rally for Donald Trump.Tim Dickinson (Rolling Stone)
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Satirical Street Art: Elon Musk and Donald Trump Under the Public Eye
Content warning: Street art is one of the most powerful ways people can express their opinions about the world, and these two pieces are no exception. They don’t just decorate the streets; they shout messages that demand to be heard. Opinion Piece: This article reflects t
Street art is one of the most powerful ways people can express their opinions about the world, and these two pieces are no exception.
They don’t just decorate the streets; they shout messages that demand to be heard.
Opinion Piece: This article reflects the author’s perspective on the social and political messages conveyed through these works of street art.
More: Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties
The first piece says, “Keep Europe Elon-Free,” with a stencil drawing of Elon Musk’s face crossed out. Painted on an old, rough wall, it doesn’t hold back.
It’s a clear rejection of Musk’s growing influence and recent controversial actions in Europe. Musk’s public endorsement of Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party and his livestream with its leader, Alice Weidel, aren’t just bold—they’re part of a bigger play to push political conversations to the right.
It shifts focus to immigration while conveniently ignoring issues like taxing the ultra-rich.
This artwork cuts straight to the point: why do so many idolize someone who seems more invested in his own power than in the well-being of others? It’s a wake-up call to stop glorifying wealth and start questioning its impact.
The second piece is no less biting. It shows Donald Trump in a suit, gazing upward at a small red heart floating just out of reach.
Across from him, a child holds a globe, seemingly teasing him or simply not caring about his presence. The message couldn’t be clearer: hope and responsibility for the planet belong to the next generation, not to leaders who put themselves first. Trump’s expression—detached and unaware—makes the contrast even starker. The graffiti and layers of other art around the mural only add to its raw, unapologetic vibe.
Street art like this isn’t just decoration; it’s resistance. Art has the power to question, challenge, and inspire.
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What’s your take? Does street art like this reveal truths we’d rather not face, or does it push us to think differently? Share your thoughts below!
Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties
Street artist Evyrein’s work “Elon Mask” critiques Elon Musk’s salute during Donald Trump’s second inauguration and his subsequent appearance at a far-right AfD event in Germany.
The artwork, located in Padua, Italy, depicts Musk pulling a black mask over his face to mimic a Hitler-style mustache, with bold red graffiti text reading “Elon MASK” above.For more by Evyrein follow him on Instagram here!
More: Speak Truth to Power? – 32 Photos Of Real Talk Graffiti
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Elon Musk's Salute Stirs Up Reaction From Right-Wing Extremists
Right-wing extremists are abuzz over Elon Musk giving an awkward straight-armed salute during an inauguration rally for Donald Trump.Tim Dickinson (Rolling Stone)
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11 Banksy Murals That Expose What Britain Tries to Hide
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From maids sweeping secrets into walls to kids sewing Union Jacks, Banksy has never shied away from challenging Britain’s self-image. In this collection, his sharpest works confront class, empire, inequality, and state control—one mural at a time. Featured locations include London, Dover, Clacton-on-Sea, and more.
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1. Sweep It Under
A maid in Victorian uniform lifts the wall like a curtain and sweeps dirt behind it. The illusion suggests society hides its problems rather than solves them—poverty, exploitation, and injustice brushed neatly out of view.
2. Royal Duty
A stoic Queen’s Guard stands facing a brick wall, apparently urinating—his stream implied by a wet streak below. The piece mocks British ceremony and military formality with an act of childish rebellion.
3. Flag Factory
A young child sits on the pavement working a sewing machine, churning out Union Jack bunting. A bleak comment on child labor and the hidden cost of nationalism, first revealed around the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012.
4. Monkey Parliament
The British House of Commons reimagined—filled entirely with chimpanzees. This full-room oil painting ridicules political theatrics, suggesting little difference between Parliament and a zoo.
5. Tourist and Rickshaw
Two tourists take a selfie from a rickshaw pulled by a struggling child. The social divide is blunt: privilege resting on the labor of those unseen, overworked, or ignored.
6. Dreams Cancelled
A public worker with a roller has painted a red “CANCELLED” stamp over the words “Follow Your Dreams.” Stark commentary on broken promises, systemic failure, and the collapse of working-class hope.
7. Luxury Rentals Only
Hermit crabs march toward a sign marked “Luxury Rentals Only.” One wears a larger shell, excluding the others. A biting metaphor for housing inequality and gentrification on the British coast.
8. Red Line
A businessman drives a red upward-trending graph while silhouettes of refugees, children, and elders flee. A stark visualization of how economic policy tramples human lives.
9. Lifestyle Out of Stock
On a massive billboard: “Sorry! The lifestyle you ordered is currently out of stock.” A dig at consumer dreams collapsing under reality, especially amid economic crisis.
10. Stop and Search
A young girl in a pink dress is frisked by a British policeman, with her teddy bear and suitcase nearby. The reversal—child as suspect, authority as aggressor—forces discomfort.
10. Broken Empire
A worker on a ladder chips away one star from the EU flag. Created during Brexit negotiations, the mural questions whether Britain’s exit is liberation—or self-destruction.
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Playing With Statues (26 photos)
Ever looked at a statue and thought, “What would happen if we made this masterpiece a little… mischievous?”
You’re not alone! Every day, people worldwide are adding a twist to statues, bringing them into the world of “dudeism.” Imagine classic sculptures sporting sunglasses or historic figures wielding quirky accessories.It’s not just about fun; these makeovers invite us to reimagine public spaces and remind us that art doesn’t have to be serious. Dive in, laugh, and let these clever creations inspire!
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Classical statue holding a basket.
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Man interacts with “Counterpoint” sculpture in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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Spider-Man posed with the Jorge Matute Remus statue in Guadalajara, Mexico.
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Woman leans in to “kiss” a statue at Love Land Sculpture Park in South Korea.
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A visitor interacts with a giant face sculpture in Davis, California.
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A person humorously “falls” at the foot of the Ronald Reagan statue in Budapest, Hungary.
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In Philadelphia, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson statues seem to take a modern “selfie.”
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Giant Pigeon in Bracknell, UK.
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This sculpture is titled “La Espera” (“The Wait”) and is located on the promenade in Torrevieja, Spain. The piece symbolizes the wives, mothers, and daughters of fishermen who would wait by the shore for their loved ones to return from the sea.
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Get Ordained for Free at the Religion of Dudeism
Get ordained for free at the world's most easygoing religion. Inspired by The Big Lebowski, Taoism, Zen and more.The Dudely Lama (Dudeism LLC)
Street Protest (8 Photos)
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Across cities, alleys, and fences, raw messages have emerged from the street — not as polished murals but as sharp, urgent protest signs. This collection features 8 striking examples of public resistance, where chalk, spray paint, and handwritten letters expose inequality, demand justice, and disrupt everyday complacency. From anti-billionaire graffiti in Glasgow to organizing slogans stenciled on brick walls.
More: Speak Truth to Power?: 32 Photos Of Real Talk Graffiti
1. News Wall Message
A handwritten message on a temporary wall reads: “NEWS: RICH PEOPLE PAYING RICH PEOPLE TO TELL MIDDLECLASS PEOPLE TO BLAME POOR PEOPLE.” It critiques media manipulation and class division in a single, biting sentence.
2. Dangerous Minority Sticker
Pasted on a gray utility box, this bold sticker declares: “THE ONLY DANGEROUS MINORITY IS THE RICH.” Simple typography, sharp contrast — direct class critique with zero embellishment.
3. You Are Closer to the Street
Spray-painted on a discarded refrigerator on the sidewalk: “YOU ARE CLOSER TO THE STREET THAN YOU WILL EVER BE TO ANY BILLIONAIRE.” An honest reminder of where most people really stand in the economic hierarchy.
4. Do Not Panic, Organize
A yellow and black stencil shows a large predatory fish at the top, scattering smaller fish — but below, the small fish regroup into a bigger form and fight back. The text reads: “DO NOT PANIC / ORGANIZE”
5. Laundry Message on Asphalt
Written in chalk down a narrow path: “THE ONLY THING THAT SHOULD BE SEPARATED BY COLOUR IS LAUNDRY.” A clear, anti-racist statement delivered with simplicity and heart.
6. Teach Peace Fence
Painted across wooden fencing next to a heart: “TEACH PEACE.” The clean serif letters combine with a sunny lawn backdrop for a hopeful tone amidst the protest.
7. Book Ban Message
Using movable plastic letters, this sign reads: “LIVE SO THAT IF YOUR LIFE WAS A BOOK FLORIDA WOULD BAN IT.” A jab at censorship, especially in the context of recent book bans.
8. Stop Making Stupid People Famous
White stencil text painted on a gray wall: “STOP MAKING STUPID PEOPLE FAMOUS.” A viral and widely shared critique of modern media culture.
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Buildings That Look Like They’re From a Dream (8 Photos)
From a church in Iceland that looks like a spaceship preparing for launch, to a house zipped open on a street in Milan — this collection showcases architecture at its most imaginative. Included are cliffside wartime refuges, storybook cottages, optical illusions, and centuries-old constructions that defy gravity or blend perfectly into mountains. These aren’t digital renderings — they’re real places from around the world.
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1. Unzipped Building — Alex Chinneck in Milan, Italy
A building facade appears to peel open like a jacket, with an oversized zipper curling away the wall to reveal its inner structure. This public installation by Alex Chinneck uses stone, concrete, and illusion to challenge how we perceive architecture.
2. King Alfred’s Tower — England
This red-brick triangular tower rises dramatically from the fog in Somerset, England. Built in 1772, it commemorates Alfred the Great and reaches over 49 meters high with a narrow footprint that adds to its illusion of impossibility.
3. Alpine Refuge — Monte Cristallo, Italy
Located at 2,760 meters in the Dolomites, this hidden wooden shelter from World War I is embedded directly into the rockface. Built for survival, it now appears like a dreamlike relic barely distinguishable from the mountain.
4. Hallgrímskirkja Church — Reykjavík, Iceland
This iconic Lutheran church, inspired by basalt columns and volcanic formations, dominates the Reykjavík skyline. Designed in 1937 and completed in 1986, its symmetry and scale evoke science fiction architecture.
5. The House That Sank — The Crooked House, UK
Built in 1765 on top of a mine shaft, this British pub developed a pronounced tilt as the ground beneath it slowly gave way. Despite its slanting angles, it remained a local favorite for centuries.
6. Organic Slate Roof House — Germany
This home with flowing lines and a wave-shaped slate roof blurs the line between fairy tale and high-end eco-architecture. Natural stone and soft curves give it a whimsical yet grounded appearance.
7. Cliff House — France (Built 1347)
Balanced between eras and gravity, this timber-framed upper house sits atop massive medieval stonework. Located in France and completed in 1347, it seems to hover above the road with support beams stretching underneath.
8. Rock-Built Homes — Sanaa, Yemen
Traditional Yemeni tower houses in Sanaa rise directly from the rock, combining ancient stone masonry with ornate white geometric window frames. The buildings appear both sculpted by nature and intricately human-made.These buildings bend our expectations of what architecture can be — not just structures, but expressions of ingenuity, adaptation, and creativity. Whether carved into mountains or dressed like zippers, they show that the line between surreal and real is thinner than it seems.
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10 Street Messages That Hit Harder Than Headlines (Political Graffiti Edition)
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From brutal truths spray-painted on walls to cleverly subverted bus stop ads, this collection of graffiti, stickers, and rogue billboards captures a wave of unrest, sarcasm, and resistance sweeping through public spaces. Anonymous artists challenge billionaires, late-stage capitalism, and societal complacency—reminding us that the streets are still speaking.
More like this!: Speak Truth to Power?: 32 Photos Of Real Talk Graffiti
“If You Can Afford to Send Katy Perry to Space” – Near Amazon’s HQ in London, UK
This modified JCDecaux billboard near St Leonard’s Hospital features Jeff Bezos laughing beside Katy Perry in a space suit, with bold black text reading: “If you can afford to send Katy Perry to space, you can afford to pay more taxes.” A direct and humorous critique of tax inequality and billionaire extravagance. By this artist collective.
“Consume, Be Silent, Die”
Graffiti mimicking a television frame spells out: “Consume, be silent, die,” dripping with black spray paint. Two children pose beneath it—one seated, the other stretching out their arms—turning the critique into an unsettling yet playful scene of youth against indoctrination.
“The Only Dangerous Minority Is the Rich”
This bold sticker pasted on a tagged utility box cuts through the noise with pure typographic protest. The statement plays on language often used against marginalized groups and flips it toward economic power structures.
“Poverty Exists…”
A handmade sign on the back of a pickup truck declares: “Poverty exists not because we can’t feed the poor, but because we can’t satisfy the rich.” The words are painted in bold, uneven lettering—raw, mobile, and unforgettable.
“Do You Believe in Life After Work?”
A twist on the classic Cher lyric, this minimal spray-painted message on a concrete wall invites a deep reflection on the meaning of freedom and the trap of wage labor.
“Make Humans Great Again”
With a cheeky nod to political slogans, this graffiti flips nationalist messaging into a call for compassion. The scrawled heart at the bottom softens the bold declaration.
“The Cost of Freedom”
This text-only piece reads: “The cost of freedom has never been so expensive,” neatly painted on a white billboard frame. The stark, all-black lettering amplifies the message’s weight.
“You Are Closer to the Street…”
This sharp sidewalk commentary reminds passersby: “You are closer to the street than you will ever be to any billionaire.” Written in white marker on a discarded fridge, it turns garbage into truth-telling.
“Do Not Panic, Organize”
This stenciled mural uses visual metaphor: small black fish are shown forming the shape of a giant fish about to consume a larger lone predator. Message: “Do not panic—organize.” A call for collective action.
“We’re All in the Same Boat” – Artwork by Banksy in Lowestoft, UK
Painted under a bridge, three children dressed as explorers peer out from a makeshift paper boat. The phrase “We’re all in the same boat” adds layers of irony, highlighting economic and environmental vulnerability.
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“All Americans Must Be Accompanied by an Adult”
A chalkboard menu sign delivers a sarcastic jab at American political culture. Written in casual, café-style handwriting, the joke lands hard—and fast.
From cheeky bar signs to high-impact guerrilla billboards, these street-level commentaries reveal a shared frustration with the global status quo. Anonymous artists around the world are reclaiming public space to raise difficult questions—and they’re not asking nicely.
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11 Beautiful Artworks That Seem to Grow From Nature
Some artworks don’t just sit in nature—they become part of it. Around the world, artists are crafting sculptures and murals that seamlessly merge with their surroundings, using trees, vines, and landscapes as living elements of their work. These 11 pieces don’t fight against nature; they grow with it.
From giant figures emerging from forests to street art that transforms urban greenery into playful illusions, these eight stunning creations prove that art and nature can exist in perfect harmony.More: 8 Inspiring Sculptures Seamlessly Integrated with Nature
1. “Sleeping Child” by El Decertor (Imbabura, Ecuador)
A mural by El Decertor in Imbabura, Ecuador, depicting a young child sleeping against a concrete wall, with creeping ivy blending into the painting as a natural blanket.
2. “UMI” by Daniel Popper (Illinois, USA)
“UMI” by Daniel Popper at the outdoor tree museum The Morton Arboretum in Illinois, USA—an intricate wooden sculpture of a woman with tree roots weaving through her body, set in a green landscape.About and more photos: “UMI” Sculpture by Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois
3. Street Art by David Zinn (Ann Arbor, USA)
A street art piece by David Zinn in Ann Arbor, USA, featuring a small green character with a real grass mustache blending into the pavement.More!: Street Art by Happiness Maker David Zinn (21 Photos)
4. Flower Street Art by Fabio Gomes Trindade (Goiás, Brazil)
A mural by Fabio Gomes Trindade in Goiás, Brazil, featuring a girl’s face with a real tree forming her vibrant pink afro hairstyle.More by Fabio Gomes: How Fábio Gomes Turns Trees into Hair: Stunning Murals in Trindade
5. Sidewalk Flower Experiment
A beautiful example of accidental nature-inspired art—kindergarten children dropped seeds into sidewalk cracks, leading to a spontaneous floral pathway.More photos and about: Kindergarten children dropped seeds in the crack of the sidewalk to see what would happen
6. “Nature Rings” by Spencer Byles (Deep Forest, France)
A series of woven circular sculptures by Spencer Byles made from natural branches, blending seamlessly with the surrounding forest.
7. Willow Archer by Anna & The Willow (UK)
A woven willow sculpture of a female archer by Anna & The Willow, set against a wooded path.
8. Wire Mermaid by Martin Debenham (UK)
A wire sculpture by Martin Debenham of a mermaid sitting on a rock, with the intricate metalwork mimicking flowing water.
9. Snake in the Green — Hyères, France
A plain gray cinderblock wall in a hidden grove was completely transformed into a lifelike snake by street artist Rest4. The viper, rendered in vibrant greens, blues, and yellows, emerges from the shadows of the forest floor. The before-and-after framing reveals the power of imagination to awaken forgotten spaces.
10. Fluentem Colos — Little Milford, Wales
Land artist Jon Foreman created this delicate, wave-like gradient in a woodland clearing using carefully arranged leaves. Starting in green and fading to deep orange, the sculpture blends with the forest floor in color, shape, and motion—appearing to ripple like wind through grass. More by Jon Foreman: 9 Leaf Sculptures That Stir the Soul in the Forest (Art by Jon Foreman)
11. Florinda Camila — “WA” Marko Franco Domenak in Lima, Peru
This creative mural cleverly incorporates a real bougainvillea bush as the hair of a painted woman. A monarch butterfly completes the peaceful scene, adding movement to this blend of paint and nature.🔗 Follow WA on Instagram
More: When Street Art Meets Nature (40 Photos)
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Make Humans Great Again (9 Photos)
Content warning: In a world overflowing with noise, these 9 street artworks push us to pause—and think. Painted on crumbling walls, fences, and city corners, they call for empathy, unity, peace, and accountability. From a protest against media-driven fame to a plea for th
In a world overflowing with noise, these 9 street artworks push us to pause—and think. Painted on crumbling walls, fences, and city corners, they call for empathy, unity, peace, and accountability. From a protest against media-driven fame to a plea for the invisible to be seen, this collection speaks directly to what it means to be human—and what it could mean if we chose to care.
More: 12 Times I Found Street Art Cleverly Using Its Surroundings
1. Do Not Panic
A yellow warning-style stencil depicts a large fish attacking smaller ones—until the fish unite. The message is clear: panic divides, but organization empowers.
2. Breathing Green — Dr. Love in Bristol, UK
A woman in a hospital gown receives oxygen not from a tank, but from a small tree in a pot. The leaves are made from real moss, merging art and nature.
3. Stop Making Stupid People Famous — Plastic Jesus in Los Angeles, USA
In bright red stencil, street artist Plastic Jesus delivers one of the most widely shared messages of the last decade. This piece critiques modern celebrity culture and media obsession with shock-value personalities. More by Plastic Jesus!: Plastic Jesus in Los Angeles (6 photos)
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4. The Power of Love
Spray-painted across a decaying wall, this message reads: “When the power of love is greater than the love of power, the world will know peace.” It’s widely attributed to Jimi Hendrix, and has become a recurring slogan in protest art worldwide.
5. Invisible Child — Campaign in Australia
A poster saying “Neglected children are made to feel invisible” is ripped away to reveal a child silhouette beneath. The hidden message: “Thank you for seeing me.”
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6. Home Is Where You Make It — Skid Robot in Los Angeles, USA
Under a freeway bridge, a person experiencing homelessness lies on a mattress. Behind them, Skid Robot has drawn a dreamlike mural on the wall: a TV, a window, and a birdcage—elements of a home imagined in outline. Known for painting the dreams and realities of people living on the streets of Los Angeles, Skid Robot uses public art to call attention to poverty and the need for dignity. Video, photos and more about it!: The LA Graffiti Artist Turning Homelessness into a Canvas for Change
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7. Teach Peace
Painted on a rainbow-colored wooden fence, the words “Teach Peace” are split across overlapping slats, blending two values into one message.
8. The Invisibility of Poverty — Art by Liu Bolin in China
A child painted to blend into concrete stairs is nearly invisible, representing children lost in poverty. Next to them, a sign reads: “Don’t ignore me.” See the rest of the photos here!
9. Targeted Dove — Banksy in Bethlehem, West Bank, California, USA
A dove of peace wearing a bulletproof vest is painted with a sniper target on its chest. Created by Banksy, this mural critiques the paradox of militarized peace efforts. More!: Banksy’s Gaza Murals Are More Relevant Than Ever
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11 Beautiful Artworks That Seem to Grow From Nature
Some artworks don’t just sit in nature—they become part of it. Around the world, artists are crafting sculptures and murals that seamlessly merge with their surroundings, using trees, vines, and landscapes as living elements of their work. These 11 pieces don’t fight against nature; they grow with it.
From giant figures emerging from forests to street art that transforms urban greenery into playful illusions, these eight stunning creations prove that art and nature can exist in perfect harmony.More: 8 Inspiring Sculptures Seamlessly Integrated with Nature
1. “Sleeping Child” by El Decertor (Imbabura, Ecuador)
A mural by El Decertor in Imbabura, Ecuador, depicting a young child sleeping against a concrete wall, with creeping ivy blending into the painting as a natural blanket.
2. “UMI” by Daniel Popper (Illinois, USA)
“UMI” by Daniel Popper at the outdoor tree museum The Morton Arboretum in Illinois, USA—an intricate wooden sculpture of a woman with tree roots weaving through her body, set in a green landscape.About and more photos: “UMI” Sculpture by Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois
3. Street Art by David Zinn (Ann Arbor, USA)
A street art piece by David Zinn in Ann Arbor, USA, featuring a small green character with a real grass mustache blending into the pavement.More!: Street Art by Happiness Maker David Zinn (21 Photos)
4. Flower Street Art by Fabio Gomes Trindade (Goiás, Brazil)
A mural by Fabio Gomes Trindade in Goiás, Brazil, featuring a girl’s face with a real tree forming her vibrant pink afro hairstyle.More by Fabio Gomes: How Fábio Gomes Turns Trees into Hair: Stunning Murals in Trindade
5. Sidewalk Flower Experiment
A beautiful example of accidental nature-inspired art—kindergarten children dropped seeds into sidewalk cracks, leading to a spontaneous floral pathway.More photos and about: Kindergarten children dropped seeds in the crack of the sidewalk to see what would happen
6. “Nature Rings” by Spencer Byles (Deep Forest, France)
A series of woven circular sculptures by Spencer Byles made from natural branches, blending seamlessly with the surrounding forest.
7. Willow Archer by Anna & The Willow (UK)
A woven willow sculpture of a female archer by Anna & The Willow, set against a wooded path.
8. Wire Mermaid by Martin Debenham (UK)
A wire sculpture by Martin Debenham of a mermaid sitting on a rock, with the intricate metalwork mimicking flowing water.
9. Snake in the Green — Hyères, France
A plain gray cinderblock wall in a hidden grove was completely transformed into a lifelike snake by street artist Rest4. The viper, rendered in vibrant greens, blues, and yellows, emerges from the shadows of the forest floor. The before-and-after framing reveals the power of imagination to awaken forgotten spaces.
10. Fluentem Colos — Little Milford, Wales
Land artist Jon Foreman created this delicate, wave-like gradient in a woodland clearing using carefully arranged leaves. Starting in green and fading to deep orange, the sculpture blends with the forest floor in color, shape, and motion—appearing to ripple like wind through grass. More by Jon Foreman: 9 Leaf Sculptures That Stir the Soul in the Forest (Art by Jon Foreman)
11. Florinda Camila — “WA” Marko Franco Domenak in Lima, Peru
This creative mural cleverly incorporates a real bougainvillea bush as the hair of a painted woman. A monarch butterfly completes the peaceful scene, adding movement to this blend of paint and nature.🔗 Follow WA on Instagram
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Street Humor (8 Photos)
Content warning: From ironic protests to clever illusions, this collection shows how artists use public spaces to use humor in art. You’ll find a wheelchair protest in England, a Star Wars joke on a drainpipe, and sculptures that balance satire and reflection. More: Made
From ironic protests to clever illusions, this collection shows how artists use public spaces to use humor in art. You’ll find a wheelchair protest in England, a Star Wars joke on a drainpipe, and sculptures that balance satire and reflection.
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1. Wheelchair Protest — England
Rows of empty wheelchairs placed in disabled parking spots. Each had a note saying, “Sorry, will be back in a minute. Just had to run and pick something up.”
2. Luke, I Am Your Father — Sweden
A drainpipe shaped like Darth Vader’s mask with a taped speech bubble saying, “Luke, I AM YOUR FATHER.”
3. Dog and Painted Boy — By Trevor Cole in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
A real dog seen touching noses with a painted image of a crying boy on a wall. Photo by [b]Erika Lopez[/b] of her dog Carlos.
4. Freedom Sculpture — Zenos Frudakis in Philadelphia, USA
A bronze sculpture showing four human figures stepping out from a wall, ending with a fully freed figure.
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5. Quarantine — HIJACK in Los Angeles, USA
A stencil artwork of a person pulling up a corner of a wooden fence to reveal trees and greenery behind it. More!: 42 Inspiring Street Art by HIJACK
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6. Flattened Gnome — Tom Bob in Brooklyn, USA
A painted gnome appears flattened under a red street post. The design uses the post as part of the scene. More by Tom Bob!: 33 Artworks by Creative Genius Tom Bob (That Will Make You Smile)
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7. The Kiss of Death — Poblenou Cemetery, Barcelona, Spain
A marble sculpture from 1930 shows a winged skeleton kissing the forehead of a dying man. The work represents the moment between life and death, combining tenderness and fear in one gesture.
8. The Time of Monsters — (Location Unknown)
A pasted poster quoting Antonio Gramsci beside an image of the Muppets. The text reads, “The old world is dying, and the new world struggles to be born: now is the time of monsters.”
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Made You Smile (12 Photos)
From cats playing with street lamps in Northern Ireland to a little girl joining bronze children in a park, these clever and playful works of public art were designed to make passersby smile. Here’s a collection of murals, interventions, and sculptures that brighten with imagination and humor.
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1. Cats Mural — Woskerski in Larne, Northern Ireland
A mural of two ginger cats, one sitting and the other reaching up toward a real lamp post, painted on the side of Ruby’s Bodega. The artwork blends with the streetlight, turning it into a toy for the cats. More!: 9 Times WOSKerski Made UK Walls Feel Like Glitches in Reality🔗 Follow Woskerski on Instagram
2. “E ‘Torre” — Giulio Masieri in Pordenone, Italy
A large mural of a reclining dog stretches across the wall of a building, its lifelike scale making the man standing nearby look small in comparison.🔗 Follow Giulio Masieri on Instagram
3. R2-D2 With Flowers — EFIX in France
A playful piece featuring R2-D2 holding flowers and a heart, placed next to a trash can as if giving it a gift. The design transforms the mundane into a humorous Star Wars-inspired scene.🔗 Follow EFIX on Instagram
4. Fake Shadows — Damon Belanger in Redwood City, California, USA
A shadow painted on the pavement shows a mailbox transformed into a dinosaur-like creature with teeth, reimagining the ordinary form in a surprising way. More!: Funny Fake Shadows! (20 Photos)🔗 Follow Damon Belanger on Instagram
5. Flashlight Beam — Golsa Golchini in Milan, Italy
A small painted figure of a child holding a flashlight appears to project a real beam of light across a wall corner, seamlessly blending painted and natural effects. More!: You Might Walk Past These—But They’re Tiny Masterpieces in Disguise🔗 Follow Golsa Golchini on Instagram
6. Googly-Eye Bollards — Vanyu Krastev in Bulgaria
Concrete street bollards with cracks and added googly eyes transformed into playful characters resembling Pac-Man figures along the sidewalk. More!: Googly-Eyed Art (17 Photos)🔗 Follow Vanyu Krastev on Instagram
7. Nadine and the Last Autumnal Swimmer — David Zinn in Ann Arbor, USA
A chalk drawing shows a small green creature swimming in a tiled pool hidden in a square of pavement among fallen autumn leaves, with a mouse perched on the ledge. More!: Beautiful Autumn By David Zinn! (9 Photos)🔗 Follow David Zinn on Instagram
8. Playing With Statues
A child in a pink dress joins hands with bronze statues of children following a violinist, blending real life with sculpture in a park setting. More!: Playing With Statues (25 photos)
9. Pipe Shoes
Street pipes painted with chalk outlines of colorful shoes, turning the fittings into playful legs against the wall.
10. Flamingo Meter — Tom Bob in Massachusetts, USA
A gas meter and pipes are painted bright pink and transformed into a flamingo. The industrial hardware becomes part of a playful street art character. More by Tom Bob!: 33 Artworks by Creative Genius Tom Bob (That Will Make You Smile)🔗 Follow Tom Bob on Instagram
11. Face in the Ruin — Nikita Nomerz
A derelict brick structure given large eyes and an open mouth painted around existing openings, turning the building into a character. More!: 17 Times Nikita Nomerz Brought Walls to Life
12. The Light Is All Around — Endo in Čačak, Serbia
Painted around a streetlamp, this mural shows an elderly man smiling and holding the lamp as if it’s a glowing staff. The golden light and warm tone enhance the friendly character’s presence. More photos here!More: Sculptures With True Creativity (10 Photos)
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The Weight We Carry (10 Photos)
Content warning: From the tangible heaviness of stone-filled sculptures to murals that address absence, poverty, and environmental destruction, these 10 works reveal the burdens we shoulder as individuals and societies. Featuring Celeste Roberge, Kevin Lee, Haohui Zhou, B
From the tangible heaviness of stone-filled sculptures to murals that address absence, poverty, and environmental destruction, these 10 works reveal the burdens we shoulder as individuals and societies. Featuring Celeste Roberge, Kevin Lee, Haohui Zhou, Bin Liu, SMUG, Innerfields, Lalone, Alexander Milov, Hijack, and Banksy, the collection spans continents and mediums, each piece offering its own perspective on what it means to carry weight — emotional, social, or physical — in public spaces.
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1. The Weight of Grief — Celeste Roberge in USA
A crouched human form constructed from a steel frame filled with smooth stones. The open lattice reveals each rock, collectively forming the figure’s mass, visually conveying the heaviness of grief.
2. The Invisibility of Poverty — Kevin Lee, Haohui Zhou & Bin Liu in China
A boy sits on stone steps, body-painted to perfectly blend into the background. The camouflage makes him almost vanish, reflecting how poverty is often overlooked in society. More!: The Invisibility of Poverty
3. Say No to Plastic — SMUG in Margate, UK
A hyper-realistic mural of a seal being freed from a tangle of blue netting by human hands. The scale and detail highlight the impact of plastic waste on marine life. More!: 24 Times SMUG Made Walls Look More Real Than Life
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4. Absent — Innerfields in Berlin, Germany
A mural of a woman embracing a person-shaped void, the missing figure painted as the same green as the wall. The absence becomes the focal point, expressing loss and separation. More photos and about this mural!: Absent – Mural by Innerfields Berlin, Germany
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5. Homeless with Dogs — Lalone in Málaga, Spain
A mural of a hooded figure sitting on the street, cradling two dogs. The life-sized perspective aligns perfectly with the viewer’s street-level gaze, blurring reality and painted imagery.
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6. Love — Alexander Milov at Burning Man, USA
Two large wire-frame adult figures sit back-to-back, each enclosing a smaller illuminated child reaching toward the other. The work captures inner innocence reaching across adult conflict.
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7. When They Shoot, We Shoot — Hijack in USA
A stencil artwork depicting an armed soldier aiming at a photographer, while the photographer’s camera is aimed directly back. The piece challenges the dynamics of power and representation. More by HIJACK!: 42 Inspiring Street Art by HIJACK
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8. Follow Your Dreams (Cancelled) — Banksy in USA
A stenciled figure of a worker holding paint brushes and a bucket stands beside the slogan “Follow Your Dreams,” over which the word “Cancelled” is stamped in bold red. More!: 24 artworks by Banksy: Who Is The Visionary of Street Art?
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9. Sad Together
A little girl in a red dress sits curled up beside a statue posed in the exact same way. More: Playing With Statues (12 Photos)
10. Bifido in Gambettola, Italy
A large-scale mural titled “Hell Is Round The Corner” by Bifido portrays an older man holding his head in despair, masterfully integrating existing windows and architectural elements to intensify the expression of emotional distress.
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Murals That Hit You Right in the Heart (12 Photos)
Street art often captures human emotions, societal messages, and profound statements in ways words cannot fully express. From murals depicting the stark realities of conflict to uplifting images celebrating nurturing moments, the works in this collection provide a visual journey through emotional depth, cultural significance, and humanity’s complex narratives. Here, you’ll discover a child’s playful imagination reshaping reality, the raw pain of the housing crisis, heartfelt reflections on war, and compelling advocacy for social change.
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My Dog Sighs in Cardiff, UK
A striking mural features a detailed eye painted with Ukraine’s flag colors—blue and yellow. Within the eye’s reflection, Kyiv burns, symbolizing the human tragedy of war in Ukraine. Paint drips mimic tears, emphasizing sorrow and empathy.🔗 Follow My Dog Sighs on Instagram
Chemis in Plzeň, Czech Republic
In Plzeň, a photorealistic mural by Chemis depicts a child wrapped warmly in bed sheets holding a teddy bear, an alarm clock above signaling the passing of childhood. The mural cleverly blends with the building’s aged facade, creating a surreal peeling effect.
Smug One in Greenock, Scotland
An impactful, lifelike mural by Smug One depicts a mermaid tenderly breastfeeding her child, capturing an intimate moment while advocating for the normalization of breastfeeding in public spaces.More by SMUG: 24 Times SMUG Made Walls Look More Real Than Life
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Bifido in Gambettola, Italy
A large-scale mural titled “Hell Is Round The Corner” by Bifido portrays an older man holding his head in despair, masterfully integrating existing windows and architectural elements to intensify the expression of emotional distress.
Asbestos in Cork, Ireland
Asbestos addresses Ireland‘s housing crisis through a surreal mural of a person wearing a cardboard box over their head, capturing a profound feeling of helplessness and anonymity amidst the crisis.🔗 Follow Asbestos on Instagram
Oriol Arumi in Lleida, Spain
Oriol Arumi transforms an apartment block into a stunning scene depicting storks nesting high in a tree, symbolizing family, hope, and the bond between nature and urban spaces.🔗 Follow Oriol Arumi on Instagram
TANAI and Ali Zakir in Almaty, Kazakhstan
This cheerful mural by TANAI and Ali Zakir shows a child drawing a vibrant orange sun on a residential building, playfully blending street art with childhood innocence and optimism.🔗 Follow TANAI on Instagram | Follow Ali Zakir on Instagram
GOIN in Geneva, Switzerland
GOIN’s poignant stencil artwork “Peace Maker” portrays a child attempting to heal a fallen dove, symbolizing efforts toward peace amid geopolitical conflicts, notably referencing the invasion of Ukraine.
Murales Lian’s mural in Ondarroa, Spain
A black-and-white photorealistic mural of elderly hands weaving a net, painted across the full height of a residential building. While the hands and background remain monochromatic, the fishing net is brought to life with vivid strands in orange, red, pink, blue, green, and yellow. The mural pays tribute to the traditional work of women in the coastal town of Ondarroa.🔗 Follow Murales Lian on Instagram
Michael Rosato’s mural in Cambridge, Maryland, USA
This lifelike mural of Harriet Tubman is painted on the side of the Tubman Museum and Education Center. Tubman is shown stepping out of a broken brick wall, arm extended as if reaching for the viewer’s hand. Behind her, a calm riverside landscape glows under a setting sun. The artwork is titled Take My Hand and has become an iconic tribute to her legacy.🔗 Follow Michael Rosato on Instagram
Anonymous artist’s stencil in Germany
A simple yet impactful stencil showing a young woman hunched over, vomiting a stream of bright red hearts onto the sidewalk. Dressed in casual clothes and holding a smartphone in one hand, the artwork titled Lovesick captures a raw, satirical commentary on modern relationships and emotional excess.
My Dog Sighs’ mural in Eccleston, Lancashire, UK
A detailed mural of a single eye painted on a textured wall, with teal and green tones suggesting flowing tears. The reflection in the pupil shows a cobblestone street and a solitary figure, adding depth and a subtle narrative of solitude and reflection. The artwork seamlessly integrates the rough wall texture into its emotional effect.🔗 Follow My Dog Sighs on Instagram
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Banksy at Royal Courts of Justice in London!
Content warning: A new mural by Banksy was discovered on Monday on a building belonging to the Royal Courts of Justice in London. The artwork depicts a judge in a traditional white wig raising his gavel against a protester, who shields himself with a blood-smeared placard
A new mural by Banksy was discovered on Monday on a building belonging to the Royal Courts of Justice in London.
The artwork depicts a judge in a traditional white wig raising his gavel against a protester, who shields himself with a blood-smeared placard.
According to British media, the mural is seen as a response to the arrest of several hundred demonstrators on Saturday in support of the recently banned group Palestine Act. The piece was quickly covered with black plastic and metal barriers, guarded throughout the day by security staff.
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Banksy shared a photo of the work on his Instagram account with the caption: “Royal Courts Of Justice. London.”
The UK government recently outlawed Palestine Act under anti-terrorism legislation.
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Banksy’s Gaza Murals Are More Relevant Than Ever
In the rubble-strewn streets of Gaza, an unexpected figure emerges – a playful kitten adorned with a sassy red bow.
Banksy‘s kitten, with its wild fur and wide-eyed curiosity, feels like a tongue-in-cheek nod to resilience amidst chaos. It’s as if the kitten is saying, “I’ve got nine lives, and not even this rubble can phase me!” Yet, the ruins around tell a deeper, sadder tale of a city bearing the scars of conflict.In just one image, Banksy manages to capture Gaza’s heartbreaking reality and sprinkle it with a dash of hope and humor. It’s a bittersweet blend of artistry, offering a momentary escape while urging us not to forget.
Banksy: A local man came up and said ‘Please – what does this mean?’ I explained I wanted to highlight the destruction in Gaza by posting photos on my website – but on the internet people only look at pictures of kittens.
Banksy: Gaza is often described as ‘the world’s largest open air prison’ because no-one is allowed to enter or leave. But that seems a bit unfair to prisons – they don’t have their electricity and drinking water cut off randomly almost every day.
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Street Art Pop Culture (21 Photos)
Content warning: Swedish street artist Herr Nilsson is known for blending pop culture with a rebellious twist. His works take familiar cartoon characters and place them in unexpected, often subversive situations. From childhood nostalgia to dark humor. Below are 21 photos
Swedish street artist Herr Nilsson is known for blending pop culture with a rebellious twist.
His works take familiar cartoon characters and place them in unexpected, often subversive situations. From childhood nostalgia to dark humor. Below are 21 photos of his street art along with a short interview.
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Interview with Herr Nilsson:
When, how and why did you become an artist?
I was pretty young when I found out that I was good at expressing myself in drawings, most often much better than in spoken words. I spend a lot of time drawing and when I was about 21 years old I decided to aim for the goal of being a professional artist.
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“Another doomed paradise” in Gili Air, Indonesia.
How do you see your role as an artist today?
To make people have a good laugh and start to think critical to norms at the same time. I want my art works to be like punches with a smile, hard and precise, but in a fun and good way. In contrast to all the visual commercials I like to do visual mind benders.
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“(R)evolution” in Ljusdal, Sweden for the show “Humans you are fucked”.
How would you describe your working method?
I’m almost constantly trying new ideas, sketching them in my mind until they are pretty much done, then I realize them in a painting or a sculpture. Most often I experiment with two strong symbolic things or characters that convey totally different messages. And then, when I put these two together in a painting or sculpture, the new meaning conveys something totally different. Something I would like to share with my audience.
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“Humans you are fucked”
Can you name some contemporary works of art or projects that inspire you?
Fat Porsche – Erwin Wurm
Pepsi Cola – Lana del Rey (Rick Nowels / Elizabeth Grant)
Piss Christ – Andres Serrano
Banksy – Napalm and Dismaland
Yoko Ono – Instruction paintings
Caravaggio – All of his paintings. I know he’s not contemporary but the story of his life is very fascinating and his painting skills were the best.
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“Snow White Robbery” on Tranebergsbron, Stockholm, Sweden.
How can artists be paid for their work and at the same time maintain a critical attitude towards the commercial art market and public funding partners?
Most often you can say “f*ck you” to people if you can laugh about it together. The collectors that buy my art, at least those that I have had the chance to talk to, are all persons that like critical thinking and satire. Provocative art is not for everybody but there are a lot of people out there that like it.
Sometimes you are lucky and get a win-win situation together with the client. For example my latest art work, the sculpture of Ariel is entirely constructed out of rubbish from Lake Mälaren. It was sold to a Swedish entrepreneur, Konrad Bergström, founder of a company, X Shore, which builds electrical boats. He has a strong interest in the environment and the waters in particular. All rubbish that the sculpture of Ariel is built from was retrieved by the non-profit organization Rena Mälaren that specializes in retrieving debris from the bottom of the lake. Konrad payed me a good amount of money for the sculpture and then I give back a major part of that income to Rena Mälaren to finance their ongoing work, and then I can finance constructing more sculptures and so on. I find this cycle being very good for all participants.
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“Sleeping Beauty under the Bridge” in Stockholm, Sweden.
What would you like to change in the street art world?
More and more cities around the world are commissioning big murals at boring buildings and many artists can make their living on this. This is very good of course. But it is also a trend that these murals are almost always made to be decorative and nice to everybody, like the music on a big commercial radio station. Without any provocative or critical thinking concepts at all, this street art will be nothing more than generic. I would say that I wish that the clients could be a little bit braver when they commissioned these murals.
The good part is of course that all of us still can do street art works without permission and stay free in our creativity.
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Cinderella in Stockholm, Sweden.
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“Closed by Reality” at Snösätra in Stockholm, Sweden.
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“Fill the world with sunshine” at Tranebergsbron, Alvik, Stockholm, Sweden.
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In Snösätra, Stockholm, Sweden.
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“Close up at Sailing” in Stockholm, Sweden.
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“I drank all the booze and I feel fantastic” in Stockholm, Sweden.
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“Hair Day” in Bromsten, Stockholm, Sweden.
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“Hello. Goodbye” in Stockholm, Sweden.
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Ariel from ‘Part Of Your World’.
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“Happy Riot” in Vällingby, Sweden.
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“Laundry Day” in Spånga, Stockholm, Sweden.
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Herr Nilsson Villekulla – Self portrait, in Stockholm, Sweden.
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Freddie! Early summer vibe in Stockholm.
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Yoda: “No spaceships you have? Stop killing planet you must.”
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EFIX’s Clever Art (9 Photos)
EFIX is a street artist from France who turns ordinary city spaces into fun and creative works of art.
He mixes famous characters from pop culture with clever designs that use parts of the city, like pipes and walls. His art surprises and entertains people walking by. Imagine Lisa Simpson playing a golden pipe as a saxophone or R2-D2 offering flowers to a trash can—that’s the kind of humor and creativity EFIX brings to the streets.More like this: Oakoak’s Genius Street Art Transforms Everyday Urban Scenes (10 Photos)
What makes EFIX’s art special is how he cares for the environment.
He uses biodegradable materials like paper and glue made from sugar and flour. His art is meant to fade away naturally, leaving no damage behind. This makes his work temporary but unforgettable.EFIX is inspired by skateboarding, which helps him see city spaces as places for creativity and fun.
He uses everyday objects like railings, pipes, or bushes to make his art come alive. His goal is to help people look at their surroundings in a new, playful way and to bring out their inner child. For news about him and his artworks follow him on Instagram and visit his website!Here are some of EFIX’s coolest works:
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Mario running away from Ninja Turtles sliding down pipes.
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R2-D2 giving flowers to a trash can.
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Lisa Simpson playing a pipe saxophone.
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A firefighter from The Simpsons humorously smoking next to a real fire extinguisher.
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Marge Simpson’s hair made from a real bush.
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Maggie Simpson with a pacifier integrated from a metal ring on the wall.
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Wile E. Coyote!
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Homer Simpson relaxing on a railing, surrounded by donuts.
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