Content warning: A Flourishing New Start Studio Giftig, the talented artist duo from the Netherlands, has unveiled a captivating new mural at Hit the North 2023, Ireland's largest street art festival, in Belfast, UK. The artwork features flax flowers, symbolizing new begi
A Flourishing New Start
Studio Giftig, the talented artist duo from the Netherlands, has unveiled a captivating new mural at Hit the North 2023, Ireland’s largest street art festival, in Belfast, UK. The artwork features flax flowers, symbolizing new beginnings and paying tribute to the city’s rich history of linen production. Join us as we explore the inspiration and meaning behind this stunning mural and learn more about the artists themselves.
The Artwork: Flax Flowers and New Beginnings
Studio Giftig’s mural, painted on a former linen mill in Belfast, beautifully depicts flax flowers, which have long been a symbol of fresh starts and new beginnings. In local tradition, flax plants are gifted to newlyweds to bless their new homes. The mural’s vibrant colors and intricate details bring life to the once-industrial building, celebrating the city’s heritage and the spirit of renewal.
The Artists: Studio Giftig’s Journey
Comprised of Niels van Swaemen and Kaspar van Leek, Studio Giftig is a Netherlands-based artist duo known for their highly detailed and (sur)realistic murals. The two artists began collaborating in 2007 and have since developed a unique visual language that sets their work apart. Today, Studio Giftig creates both autonomous work and pieces for galleries and prominent clients, leaving their mark on urban landscapes worldwide.
Discover More of Studio Giftig’s Work
To learn more about Studio Giftig and their extraordinary street art, be sure to follow them on Instagram and visit their website. We also invite you to share your thoughts and experiences with Studio Giftig’s work in our Facebook group, Your Street Art Utopia.
Embracing Renewal and Belfast’s Heritage
Studio Giftig’s flax flower mural at Hit the North 2023 in Belfast is a breathtaking tribute to the city’s linen industry and a symbol of new beginnings. The artwork showcases the incredible talent of the artist duo and their ability to bring life and meaning to urban spaces. Don’t miss the opportunity to admire this remarkable piece and celebrate the vibrant heritage of Belfast.
Studio Giftig: The highest mural of the Netherlands (50m) and fifth Music & Murals painting. The song “Wild Hearts” was suggested by the guys from DI-RECT as inspiration for the mural. It’s about your life path and that you must live it to the fullest. Floating persons open their coats, from which a light of life shines on various typical fragments of life.
2,454 likes, 163 comments - studiogiftig on June 9, 2022: "Wild Hearts 🔥❤️
The highest mural of the Netherlands (50m) and fifth Music & Murals painting.
The song “Wild Hearts” was suggested by the guys from Di-rect as inspiration for the mural.
