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8 Optical Illusion Street Art Pieces That Play Tricks on Your Mind
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From giant beetles to teacups spilling off balconies, this curated collection showcases 8 stunning murals and street art illusions that masterfully interact with architecture, public space, and perspective. Created across different countries by artists with a gift for 3D realism and clever deception, these works blur the boundary between flat surfaces and the real world. You’ll find a swimming horse, a shape-shifting building façade, and a kitten curled up in the corner of a worn-out structure—each a visual surprise you’ll want to look at twice.
More birds!: 8 Beautiful Artworks That Seem to Grow From Nature
“Tea Time” by Yip Yew Chong in Chinatown, Singapore
A man pours tea from a giant porcelain teapot into cups that appear to float down the side of a heritage building in Singapore’s Chinatown. Below, a woman hangs laundry as the stream flows past her, interacting with real architectural elements like windows and balconies.
About and more photos!: Look out for this uncle pouring tea from the third storey (15 Photos)
“Betta Fish” by Sébastien ‘Sweo’ and Nikita in Abbeville, France
A massive yellow betta fish bursts through a torn wall illusion, surrounded by floating turquoise blocks. The fish’s flowing fins and detailed textures create a powerful illusion of motion and depth.
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“The Giant Beetle” by Odeith in Portugal
What was once a dome-shaped concrete structure is transformed into an enormous beetle crawling along the rooftop. The perspective only works from a specific angle, making it a classic example of Odeith’s anamorphic illusion mastery.
More by Odeith!: Master of Illusion!: 19 Jaw-Dropping 3D Graffiti Pieces by Odeith
“Horse in the River” by Nikolaj Arndt in Neustadt, Germany
This sidewalk chalk piece features a brown horse partially submerged in a realistic-looking pool of water, drawing in passersby. A woman is seen petting the horse, heightening the illusion of interaction.
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“Paint Roller” by Cosimo Cheone Caiffa in Milan, Italy
A man appears to be painting a real crosswalk using a roller in this mural. The hand, roller, and part of the arm extend out from the wall, creating the effect that the artwork continues into the street.
More!: 23 Amazing 3D Murals by CHEONE!
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“It’s All About Perspective” by Shozy in Solnechnogorsk, Russia
This mural uses trompe-l’œil techniques to add impossible cube-like balconies to a flat wall. From the right vantage point, the building appears to have a complex 3D structure popping out of its surface.
See how he did it and from different angles!: Stunning Optical Illusion Mural by Shozy Changes the Way You See Street Art
“Sleeping Kitten” by WA in Lima, Peru
Painted across two columns and the ground, this mural of a curled-up kitten appears to be nestled into the corner of an old structure. Its soft colors and fuzzy fur enhance the realism.
“Purple Viper” by SCAF in Lorraine, France
A purple snake coils its way out of a damaged wall, its scales hyper-detailed and its eye locked on the viewer. A real person appears to be riding it in the image, intensifying the illusion of depth and danger.
More!: 26 Amazing 3D Paintings by SCAF!
These 8 illusion murals are more than just eye candy—they’re brilliant examples of how artists use public spaces as a canvas for creativity and deception. Whether it’s a teacup spilling over a wall or a snake springing from rubble, these works invite us to look again—and then look closer.
More: When Street Art Meets Nature (40 Photos)
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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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Simply Wonderful (8 Photos)
Content warning: From Düsseldorf to Denmark, France to Spain, these murals transform blank walls into striking works of art. This collection brings together illusions that open up whole new worlds, portraits with depth and detail, and playful facades that change how we se
From Düsseldorf to Denmark, France to Spain, these murals transform blank walls into striking works of art. This collection brings together illusions that open up whole new worlds, portraits with depth and detail, and playful facades that change how we see city streets. Here are 8 murals that are, simply, wonderful.
More: 9 Amazing Sculptures That Blend With Nature
1. Tor zu Flingern — Klaus Klinger in Düsseldorf, Germany
A building facade covered in layered scenes: oversized faces, bicyclists, cityscapes, and fantastical figures blend together in a dreamlike sequence. Painted stairs extend into the real street, making passersby part of the artwork. The woman and the dog really live in the house and the mural is called “Tor zu Flingern”.
2. Artificial Nature (Road to Nowhere IV) by Juandres Vera — Middelfart, Denmark
A 3D illusion mural showing a cave opening with a forest and waterfall beyond. The piece creates the impression that the building wall has cracked open to reveal a hidden natural world inside.
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3. Before and After Wall by Arleta Kolasińska — Poznań, Poland
A mural covering a corner building, painted to resemble a colorful row of historic houses. Windows and architectural details are integrated into the painted design, transforming the plain wall into a vibrant streetscape. More about this mural!: Befor and After!: A Masterpiece in Poznań’s Historic Środka District
4. By DUEK GLEZ — Plouhinec, France
A monochrome mural depicting a weathered sailor alongside a lighthouse, whales, and ocean waves. The detailed portrait stretches across the entire building, honoring maritime culture and the sea.
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5. By Tinte Rosa — Miranda de Ebro, Spain
A mural portraying a woman with a serene expression, haloed by intricate golden patterns and surrounded by roses. Painted in warm tones, the piece blends realism with religious iconography.
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6. By Curtis Hylton — Kingston Upon Thames, UK
A mural where an owl and a mouse merge with blooming flowers and leaves, painted in soft gradients on a dark background. The work combines fauna and flora into a surreal composition.
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7. By Ozmo — Heerlen, Netherlands
A large-scale mural of a classical statue pouring water from an urn, painted as though the liquid flows out of the building wall into the street. The grayscale figure contrasts with the dark wall, creating a striking illusion.
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8. Intergenerational Transmission by AÉRO — Aurec-sur-Loire, France
A mural in grayscale showing two children holding hands, gazing at the face of an elderly man in the clouds. The work reflects themes of heritage, memory, and continuity across generations.
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Sculptures That Blend With Nature (10 Photos)
Public art can make boring places feel special and exciting. It surprises us, gets us thinking, and helps us see the world in a new way. Some sculptures are made to fit perfectly into their surroundings, mixing art and nature in creative ways.
Here, you’ll see 9 amazing sculptures from around the world. These artworks turn simple ideas into something incredible. From a giant clothespin pinching the ground to a zipper opening a stream, these pieces show how art can be surprising and fun.More: 30 Sculptures You (probably) Didn’t Know Existed
1. Clothespin Sculpture by Mehmet Ali Uysal in Belgium
In a peaceful park near Liège, Belgium, there’s a giant clothespin sculpture that looks like it’s pinching the ground. It was created by Turkish artist Mehmet Ali Uysal. This artwork turns a simple everyday object into something huge and fun to look at.
2. The Caring Hand by Eva Oertli and Beat Huber in Glarus, Switzerland
In Glarus, Switzerland, “The Caring Hand” by artists Eva Oertli and Beat Huber shows a giant stone hand rising from the ground, gently holding a tree. The sculpture blends perfectly with its surroundings, symbolizing care and the connection between people and nature.About and more photos: The Caring Hand – Sculpture in Glarus, Switzerland
3. Shuttlecocks by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen in Kansas City
On the lawn of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri, you’ll find giant badminton birdies scattered around. These sculptures, called “Shuttlecocks”, were created by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen. They look like someone started a huge game of badminton and left the birdies behind. Each birdie is 18 feet tall and weighs over 5,000 pounds.
4. Window and Ladder by Leandro Erlich
There’s a strange sculpture by Leandro Erlich called “Window and Ladder – Too Late for Help.” It shows a tall white ladder leading to a brick wall with an open window, floating above a field.
5. Give by Lorenzo Quinn
“Give” by Italian artist Lorenzo Quinn. It shows two giant hands gently holding a growing tree, symbolizing care and responsibility for nature.More by Lorenzo Quinn: Support – Message About Climate Change
6. Giant Slingshot Bench by Artist Cornelia Konrads
In a scenic park, German artist Cornelia Konrads built a fun and creative sculpture called “Giant Slingshot Bench.” It’s a wooden bench that looks like it’s been launched into place by two giant tree branches shaped like a slingshot, complete with bright red straps.
7. Safety Pin Sculpture by Claes Oldenburg
At the de Young Museum in San Francisco, there’s a giant “Safety Pin” sculpture created by artist Claes Oldenburg. It turns an ordinary safety pin into something huge and exciting.
8. Zipper Sculpture by Yasuhiro Suzuki
In Tokyo, Japan, there’s a unique “Zipper” sculpture by artist Yasuhiro Suzuki. It looks like a giant zipper opening up the earth, showing a stream of water flowing underneath.
9. Hallow — Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois, USA
A monumental wooden sculpture of a woman gently opens her chest to reveal an empty space within. Surrounded by flowering trees, the piece conveys a sense of calm and introspection.More photos!: 5 Photos of Sculpture “Hallow” By Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois
10. “Augere” — Jon Foreman in Druidston, Wales
Stone sculpture arranged in spirals on the sand. Built from natural rocks found nearby, the piece changes shape with the tide. More!: Amazing Sculptures by Jon Foreman! (12 Photos)More: 18 Pics Of Land Art Sculptures by Jon Foreman
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Walls You Can Feel (9 Photos)
Content warning: From the warmth of a fisherman’s quiet moment with his dog to the haunting scene of a seal trapped in plastic, these murals go far beyond decoration. Each wall holds emotion and precision. In this collection: a lifelike deer blending into a building in Ja
From the warmth of a fisherman’s quiet moment with his dog to the haunting scene of a seal trapped in plastic, these murals go far beyond decoration. Each wall holds emotion and precision. In this collection: a lifelike deer blending into a building in Japan, a clever balcony illusion, a nostalgic train station in France, and more striking murals from around the world.
More: 12 Times I Found Street Art Cleverly Using Its Surroundings
1. Shika — Jack Lack in Osaka, Japan
A striking mural of a deer painted on a residential building in Osaka. The gentle lighting and soft edges create a near-photographic quality, enhanced by the clever use of the windows as part of the composition. More!: 6 Unbelievable Animal-Inspired Murals by Jack Lack
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2. 3D Balcony — Kartitect in Sochi, Russia
A 3D mural that transforms a flat wall into what appears to be curved, layered balconies decorated with blue floral patterns. The top photo shows the completed illusion; the bottom shows the original plain wall.
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3. Train Station — NESSE in Le Crey-Susville, France
Painted on a small building, this mural depicts an old train arriving at the Peychagnard-Crey station. The sepia-toned scene is detailed with figures in period clothing, creating a vintage feel.
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4. The Fisherman — Louis Duport in Boissy-Saint-Léger, France
A minimalist yet emotional mural showing a man sitting on a chair fishing from a high-rise wall, with a small dog beside him. Their long shadows fall over the building’s windows, enhancing the illusion.
5. Playful Moment — CHEONE in Italy
A mural of a boy interacting with a real object—a striped bollard—making it appear as though he’s holding it. The blend between the painted and physical elements creates a convincing illusion. More!: 23 Amazing 3D Murals by CHEONE!
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6. More powerful than… — IGANA in London, UK
A bold mural of a masked figure firing a pencil like a rocket launcher, combining graffiti energy with anti-war symbolism. The sketchy lines and dynamic pose heighten the sense of urgency.
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7. Tower of Life — Klaus Klinger in Düsseldorf, Germany
A surreal mural packed with whimsical characters, crooked houses, and social scenes stacked into a chaotic vertical neighborhood. Every window and corner tells a different story.
8. Say No to Plastic — SMUG in Margate, UK
An emotional scene showing a seal caught in plastic netting being gently freed by human hands. The intense realism of the seal’s expression and the dramatic composition drive home the message. More!: 24 Times SMUG Made Walls Look More Real Than Life
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9. Fox Mural — TUZQ in Belgium
A close-up mural of a fox’s face stretching across a large brick wall. The detailed fur and piercing eyes give the animal a strong presence while interacting with viewers passing below. See all of the mural here!: Fox by TUZQ in Testelt, Belgium (5 photos)
More: 30 Sculptures You (probably) Didn’t Know Existed
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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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Crazy Art (12 Photos)
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A building unzipping itself in Milan. A giant skeleton texting on a rooftop in Melbourne. A realistic horse rising from the sidewalk in Germany. In this selection of “Crazy Art,” you’ll find 12 creative interventions in urban and natural spaces—from warped architecture to hyperreal illusions and massive murals that transform entire neighborhoods. Included are works by Odeith, Kitt Bennett, Seth Globepainter, and more.
1. Jack-in-the-Box — Seth Globepainter’s mural in Aalborg, Denmark
A childlike figure with crayons sits curled up on the side of a gable house, blending innocence with melancholy. Painted by Seth Globepainter, the mural uses the house’s shape as a framing device, reinforcing the box-like enclosure and emotional tone.
More!: 8 Times Seth Painted What Childhood Really Feels Like
2. Before and After Wall — Arleta Kolasinska in Poznań, Poland
This building underwent a complete transformation with a mural of a fictional townscape painted directly over the plain wall. The playful optical illusion gives depth, layering windows, rooftops, and characters into a 3D-like village scene.
More photos and about the mural!: Poland’s Stunning Mural: A Masterpiece in Poznań’s Historic Środka District
3. Golden Betta — Sébastien Wozniak and Nikita in Abbeville, France
This 3D illusion mural shows a golden betta fish bursting through a wall, surrounded by geometric cubes and shimmering orbs. The contrast between realistic shading and surreal forms adds depth and movement.
More photos!: Mind-Bending 3D Goldfish Mural by Sebastien Sweo and Nikita Transforms Streets of Abbeville, France
4. Shadow Figure — Sam3 in Madrid, Spain
Painted in stark black, this towering shadow figure appears to pick up a passerby in a parking lot. The minimalist design plays with scale and foreground-background interaction.
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5. Skeleton Scroll — Kitt Bennett in Melbourne, Australia
This enormous skeleton lounges across a rooftop, staring at a smartphone. With Converse sneakers and casual posture. Be sure to check out more photos here!
6. The Wave Is Coming — Shozy in Balashikha, Russia
Shozy turns a tall building facade into a warped illusion, where the center of the building appears melted and peeled inward. Windows and balconies twist in a digital-like ripple.
More by Shozy!: These 3D Street Art Murals by Shozy Look Like Glitches in Real Life
7. Unzipped Building — Alex Chinneck in Milan, Italy
Architectural illusion meets street art in this facade that appears to unzip itself. The curled corner and massive zipper elements give the illusion of fabric peeling back to reveal emptiness.
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8. 3D Horse — Nikolaj Arndt in Neustadt, Germany
A photorealistic horse emerges from a puddle painted directly onto the pavement. The illusion is heightened by shadowing and perspective, making it seem like the animal is half-submerged in water.
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9. 3D Bowl Illusion — Odeith in Portugal
Painted on a white wall, this blue porcelain bowl with a spoon appears completely three-dimensional, even casting shadows. A bird drinks from the bowl while the artist interacts with it, merging illusion with reality.
More!: Master of Illusion!: 19 Jaw-Dropping 3D Graffiti Pieces by Odeith
10. Smiley Forest — The Douglas Fir forest, Oregon, USA
This forest design uses tree species and seasonal colors to form a giant smiley face, visible only from above. The effect was created by planting larch trees among Douglas firs.
From one of our followers on Facebook: “I work for the company that planted this. As the caption says, this is created by western larch trees (the yellow) creatively planted in a stand of Douglas fir. Unlike most conifers that stay green year-round, larch turns yellow in fall and loses its needles.”
More photos!: A forester planted a few larch trees in the Douglas fir forest in Oregon to create a smiley face
11. Girl on the Wall — Julien de Casabianca in Memphis, USA
A large-scale mural by Julien de Casabianca from his global “Outings Project.” The artwork features a classical-style painting of a young girl seamlessly integrated into an old brick factory building in Memphis. Windows, pipes, and a fire escape ladder cut through the portrait, merging the softness of fine art with the raw industrial texture of the structure. More photos!: Mural by Julien De Casabianca in Memphis
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12. Floating World — Ray Bartkus in Marijampolė, Lithuania
This mural by Ray Bartkus was intentionally painted upside down on a riverside building in Marijampolė, Lithuania. The reflected image on the water reveals swimmers, birds, and rowers appearing upright, turning the river into a living canvas. The artwork shifts constantly with light, weather, and ripples on the water’s surface. More photos and about the mural!: This upside-down mural is upright in reflection
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More: I Wish All Art Was Like This (8 Photos)
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8 Times Seth Painted What Childhood Really Feels Like
In Aalborg, Denmark, a boy curls up with a crayon on the side of a building, and in Le Mans, France, a child unzips a drab facade to reveal a burst of color. From Shanghai’s hidden alleyways to the rooftops of Grenoble, these murals by Seth Globepainter reimagine urban architecture through the lens of childhood. This collection features eight of his most poetic and site-responsive works—each one turning a blank wall into a portal of memory, play, or longing.
🔗 Follow Seth Globepainter on InstagramMore by and about Seth Globpanter!: 34 Murals That Turn Walls Into Wonders: Seth’s Street Art Will Blow Your Mind
Jack in the Box — Aalborg, Denmark
A child with closed eyes sits with knees pulled tight to the chest, drawn in large scale onto a gable end of a building. Surrounded by vivid blocks of yellow and blue, crayons scattered at his feet, the scene suggests retreat into imagination.
Unzip — Le Mans, France
A mural of a child pulling open an enormous zipper transforms the entire building facade. The gray surface is peeled back to reveal a vibrant gradient of rainbow colors behind, suggesting freedom, wonder, and hidden worlds.
Periscope — Shanghai, China
In a clever use of existing piping, a small painted child crouches and peers through a pipe formation like a submarine periscope. The art blends seamlessly into the real structure, turning utilities into imagination.
Hopscotch Girl — Paris, France
On a quiet street corner, a young girl in a red checkered dress stands at a hopscotch court, staring at a painted figure mid-jump. The painted girl has lost her shoes and seems to leap beyond the wall, capturing fleeting childhood moments.
Cat Walk — Shanghai, China
A mural of a girl with her head resting on folded arms appears framed in a red window. Her long ponytail dangles down the wall, playfully chased by the silhouette of a black cat reaching for a flower at its tip.
Eye to Eye — Fontaine, France
Two murals face each other across a street. On one wall, a girl whispers toward the other. On the opposite wall, a boy listens under a crescent moon. The murals reflect connection and imagination, using architectural space like a narrative thread.
Hang On — Grenoble, France
A girl clings to a painted tear in the building’s facade, appearing to pull back the gray surface to reveal bright blue sky. Her body swings with momentum as if caught mid-effort to uncover what lies beyond.
In My House by Box — Laon, France
A girl kneels inside a house-shaped outline, spray-painting walls onto the blank facade. Around her, simple shapes in red, yellow, and purple mimic a child’s drawing. It’s both playful and defiant—claiming space through art.These murals don’t just decorate buildings—they redefine them. Seth Globepainter’s work invites us to see cities as living canvases where memory, play, and possibility are always within reach.
More: 6 Cute Murals By KATO: Bringing Walls to Life
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Bonnie Jones hozzászólt: I work for the company that planted this 😊 As the caption says, this is created by western larch trees (the yellow) creatively planted in a stand of Douglas fir. Unlike most conifers that stay green year-round, larch turns yellow
https://streetartutopia.com/2021/03/07/a-forester-planted-a-few-larch-trees-in-the-douglas-fir-forest-in-oregon-to-create-a-smiley-face/www.facebook.com
Amazing Street Art (8 Photos)
Content warning: Murals that reshape buildings, use real objects as part of the design, or bend perspective. From optical illusions to small street art, these artists show how walls can trick the eye. More: How Clever (8 Photos) 1. Anglerfish Trap — SKURK in Bergen, Norwa
Murals that reshape buildings, use real objects as part of the design, or bend perspective. From optical illusions to small street art, these artists show how walls can trick the eye.
More: How Clever (8 Photos)
1. Anglerfish Trap — SKURK in Bergen, Norway
The mural turns two lamps on a staircase wall into the glowing lures of a deep-sea anglerfish. It changes appearance from day to night when the lights switch on. More photos: Anglerfish Trap: Amazing Street Art By SKURK!
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2. Dragon Encounter — SCAF in France
A 3D mural showing a dragon lunging from the wall. The artist uses perspective and shading to make the creature appear to extend into real space. More: 26 Amazing 3D Paintings by SCAF!
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3. Wings of Protection — WD in Aurec-sur-Loire, France
A mural that integrates the building’s sharp angles into the composition. A woman with wings holds a child, using the structure’s shape as part of the perspective. More: Beautiful 3D Art by WD! (8 Photos)
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4. Floating Village — Wen2 in Amiens, France
A series of stilt houses painted under a bridge. The reflection on the water completes the illusion of floating architecture.
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5. Little Owl and Poppy — CAL in Lyon, France
A small owl drawn inside a crack in the wall beside a real poppy. The artwork combines natural elements with minimal street painting. More: Street Art by CAL in Lyon, France (4 photos)
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6. Music of the Streets — David Barrera in Fene, Spain
A large mural showing a woman playing guitar beside a child and a dog. The vertical windows divide the composition but blend naturally into the design.
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7. When the Sky Feels Too Low — Sasha Korban in Kyiv, Ukraine
A tall mural showing a woman in traditional clothing standing on tiptoe, holding yellow flowers upward. The piece covers the central section of a high-rise building. More: Murals by Sasha Korban (16 Photos)
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8. The Miner of Pulpí — Daes Villalba in Pulpí, Spain
A portrait of a miner holding a lantern, painted with realistic lighting. The mural appears on a deep red wall beside an industrial site.
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Dream On (15 Photos You’ll Remember)
From a soaring leap in Philadelphia to a fence turned into a hammock in Istanbul, this collection captures moments of imagination, emotion, and escape. You’ll see a girl on a swing painted in Belsito, a boy playing guitar across the steps of a Houston underpass, and a child stitching cracks in the pavement with care. Scroll through 15 artworks where artists turned walls, streets, and even border fences into visual dreams.
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1. A Swing in the Summer Light — Antonino Perrotta in Belsito, Italy
A large mural of a girl seen from behind, swinging out from a window frame toward the mountains. Her white dress flows mid-air as she soars past rooftops and a classic streetlamp.About this: “A swing in the summer light” by ATTORREP in Belsito, Italy
2. Border Hammock — Murat Gök in Istanbul, Turkey
What was once a barbed fence now serves as a hammock. A man lounges in the middle, supported by fence posts bent inward, as if the border yielded to rest.
3. Guitar Player — Alex Maksiov in Houston, Texas, USA
A teen boy plays a white electric guitar on a large staircase. His open guitar case below adds to the illusion, turning the steps into a stage.About this: Guitar Player by Alex Maksiov in Houston, Texas, USA
4. I Have a Dream — Bane & Pest in Chur, Switzerland
A girl wearing a blue headscarf rides on the back of a giant sparrow emerging from the pages of an open book. Stacks of books line the bottom of the wall.More by Fabian Bane: Stunning Street Art Transforming Walls Around the World
5. Leap — Tatyana Fazlalizadeh in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
A woman in motion floats mid-jump on a tall brick wall, casting a strong shadow. Her outstretched arms and tilted head suggest joy or freedom.About this: Mural by Tatyana Fazlalizadeh in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (6 photos)
6. Love — Alexander Milov at Burning Man, USA
Two large wireframe sculptures of adults sit back to back, while inner glowing children reach through to touch hands. Installed in the desert at night.
7. Girl Mending a Crack
In a black-and-white photo, a young girl uses Band-Aids to patch a crack in the pavement. Her concentration and placement mimic the act of healing.
8. When Street Art Meets Nature — El Decertor in Imbabura, Ecuador
A boy sleeps against a wall, half-covered by ivy that becomes his blanket. His teddy bear lies beside him as if the plants are tucking him in.More: When Street Art Meets Nature (40 Photos)
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9. Peacekeeper — Chris Butcher in Southampton, UK
A young woman dressed like a futuristic pilot cradles a glass terrarium filled with mushrooms, plants, and a glowing blue butterfly. She wears a green helmet sprouting a mushroom and a peace badge on her sleeve.🔗 Follow Chris Butcher on Instagram
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10. Fire Within — Bacon in Glasgow, UK for Yardworks Festival 2025
A monumental portrait of a child glows with inner light, the face and body painted with molten textures that resemble fire beneath marble. A white flower near the ear radiates soft warmth, contrasting the powerful energy flowing through the hair.
11. Childhood Dreams — Andy J. Céspedes Fernández in Moyobamba, Peru
A girl rests her head gently on her arms surrounded by flowers, a sparrow, and a kite. On her right, a miniature version of herself flies the kite amid giant petals.🔗 Follow Andy J. Céspedes on Instagram
12. DAYDREAMER — TABBY in Vienna, Austria
A stenciled mural of a girl in a red dress with heart patterns, sitting with her chin in her hands. She looks up thoughtfully, framed in black and white against a beige wall.
13. Lameroo Silo Art — Smug in Lameroo, Australia
On two towering silos, a girl holds a baby wrapped in white fabric. Behind them, a glowing orange-and-purple sunset fills the horizon with harvest fields below.More by SMUG!: 24 Times SMUG Made Walls Look More Real Than Life
14. Dread Dream — WD (Wild Drawing) in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
A boy painted in rainbow tones sleeps curled against an old building wall, blending into the architecture. The word “DREAM” is painted faintly beside him.More by WD!: 3D Street Art by WD (7 Murals)
15. Le Hérisson” by Wen2 in Coudekerque-Branche, France
A comic-inspired mural showing a corner building named Au Hérisson, glowing with warm light. In front, a red Citroën 2CV stands beside two figures, while the cobblestone street corner appears to float in mid-air, adding a surreal effect.More: Street Art Utopia: Why People Fall In Love With Outdoor Art (25 Photos)
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Amazing Murals In France (10 Photos)
Content warning: From Paris rooftops to coastal towns and hidden alleys, France is filled with remarkable murals that turn buildings into canvases. This collection brings together ten powerful works, from JDL’s Statue of Liberty in Roubaix to JR’s tribute to Charlie Chapl
From Paris rooftops to coastal towns and hidden alleys, France is filled with remarkable murals that turn buildings into canvases. This collection brings together ten powerful works, from JDL’s Statue of Liberty in Roubaix to JR’s tribute to Charlie Chaplin in Paris, alongside dreamlike portraits, emotional figures, and surreal scenes across the country.
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1. A mural of the Statue of Liberty in shame in Roubaix, France — JDL Street Art
A mural of the Statue of Liberty depicted with her hands covering her face, symbolically reimagined with a golden halo. Painted on a tall brick building in Roubaix, France.
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2. Charlie Chaplin in Paris, France — JR
A black-and-white mural of Charlie Chaplin and a child peeking around a corner, created by French artist JR. Installed in Paris as a tribute to cinema and classic film heritage.
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3. Cransac, France — Ratur
A large-scale mural of a woman with geometric shapes and natural tones blending into her form. The artwork stretches across the side of a residential building in Cransac.
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4. Solace in Saint-Nicolas-de-Redon, France — NEAN
A mural showing a silhouetted child standing on rocks at sunset, painted against a glowing sky. The scene merges realism with a sense of solitude.
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5. Aubervilliers, France — David Walker
A colorful portrait mural painted within an archway, with vivid strokes of red, yellow, blue, and green forming the face and hair of a woman gazing upward. More!: Street Art by David Walker – A Collection
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6. Cecile’s House in Paris, France — Seth
A mural of a young girl sitting and drawing the outline of a house, painted on the wall of Cecile’s House in Paris. The artwork emphasizes childhood imagination and creativity. More!: 34 Murals That Turn Walls Into Wonders: Seth’s Street Art Will Blow Your Mind
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7. Haute-Savoie, France — Laec
A mural of a woman’s profile with green-tinted hair and red shadows, softly blowing towards a glowing light. Located under a concrete bridge in Haute-Savoie.
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8. The Beach in Nîmes, France — NEAN
A mural of a person on a swing attached to a large tree, silhouetted against a golden and blue background. Painted on the side of a building in Nîmes.
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9. Calais, France — AÉRO
A blue-toned mural of an elderly man with a lighthouse in the background, painted in Calais. The piece merges maritime themes with deep character expression.
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10. Paris, France — Hopare
A striking mural of a woman’s portrait drawn in intersecting red and black lines. The layered style creates texture and depth across the tall wall in Paris.
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From an enormous child peering into a mirror in Italy to a serene bear reading under a leafy tree, this collection brings together 11 amazing public artworks from across the globe. You’ll see emotional murals, surreal 3D illusions, beautiful interactions with nature, and imaginative urban storytelling.
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1. Sogno — By LIGAMA in Ravanusa, Italy
A giant boy appears to crawl across the wall, peering into a mirror that seamlessly blends into the ground below. His shirt reads “Sogno” (dream), adding a symbolic layer to this hyper-realistic mural.🔗 Follow LIGAMA on Instagram
2. Hallow — Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois, USA
A monumental wooden sculpture of a woman gently opens her chest to reveal an empty space within. Surrounded by flowering trees, the piece conveys a sense of calm and introspection.🔗 Follow Daniel Popper on Instagram
3. Three Horses — By Łukasz Kieł in Amsterdam, Netherlands
A monochromatic mural features three highly detailed horse heads emerging from a floral composition of roses and leaves. The soft shading gives it the look of a classical pencil drawing.🔗 Follow Łukasz Kieł on Instagram
4. Nadine and the Chartreuse Respite — By David Zinn in USA
A small mouse named Nadine leans back peacefully against a tree trunk painted on a sidewalk. The leaves of a real green plant complete the canopy, forming a perfect natural shade for this quiet reading moment. More!: Happy Art by David Zinn! (15 Photos)🔗 Follow David Zinn on Instagram
5. Curious Child
A towering mural depicts a boy using a magnifying glass to inspect something on the ground. The real person walking below enhances the sense of scale, turning the wall into a playful scene.
6. Fishing Shadow — By Louis DUPART in Boissy-Saint-Léger, France
A man and dog sit high on a wall, fishing into the void, while their shadows stretch down toward apartment windows. The placement plays with perspective and light.
7. Ocean Encounter — By SEYB in Indre-et-Loire, France
This deep blue mural brings a shark to life as it swims toward the viewer through beams of sunlight. The 3D-style rendering gives the illusion of depth and movement.🔗 Follow SEYB on Instagram
8. Stacked Lives — By Klaus Klinger in Düsseldorf, Germany
A colorful wall of miniature apartments shows dozens of lively characters in exaggerated, cartoonish style. From daily routines to humorous vignettes, each section tells its own story.
9. Echoes of Harmony by Studio Giftig in Eindhoven, the Netherlands
Music is the universal language connecting people and cultures, regardless of their background or situation. The mural on Muziekgebouw Eindhoven’s facade portrays the merger of two worlds: an embrace between a street musician and a concert violinist. The artwork symbolizes the power of music to break down barriers and unite communities.🔗 Follow Studio Giftig on Instagram
10. Mural by Carles Arola in Calonge, Spain
This large-scale mural turns a flat facade into a detailed village scene with balconies, townspeople, a white horse, and even wine barrels in an open cellar. Every element is rendered to match the stone wall texture, blending history and realism into the environment. More photos here!🔗 Follow Carles Arola on Facebook
11. Flame Keepers — Mandi Caskey in Seneca Falls, New York
Mural by Mandi Caskey at 37 Fall Street in Seneca Falls, birthplace of the women’s rights movement in the United States. It shows two women passing a flame between their hands. The older woman wears a sash reading “1848 Vote for Women.” The background includes a crescent moon, clouds, and white butterflies.Mandi Caskey: Tribute to the enduring fight for women’s rights across generations. This mural captures an intimate moment of exchange. A suffragette passing a living flame into the hands of a modern woman. The fire represents knowledge, resilience, and the ongoing struggle for justice and equity. The suffragette’s steady presence honors the women of Seneca Falls who fought to secure the right to vote, while the younger woman receives the flame with reverence and determination, carrying that light forward into a more inclusive future. Both figures rise from the water, a symbol of rebirth and the roots of Seneca Falls, where the first Women’s Rights Convention reshaped history. Her sash belongs to the past. Her buttons belong to the present. And the moths gather in remembrance, for everyone, who gave their life to the cause. Let’s keep the light burning for all.
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When Houses Become Beautiful (8 Photos)
Content warning: From a mother and child towering over Glasgow to a sleeping boy tucked under a hedge in Imbabura, this set shows buildings turned gentle: quiet portraits, birds on city walls, and scenes that bring warmth to concrete in Lleida, Karlstad, Frauenfeld, Sioux
From a mother and child towering over Glasgow to a sleeping boy tucked under a hedge in Imbabura, this set shows buildings turned gentle: quiet portraits, birds on city walls, and scenes that bring warmth to concrete in Lleida, Karlstad, Frauenfeld, Sioux City, London, and Fene.
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1. Mother and Child with Robin — SMUG in Glasgow, Scotland
A large-scale portrait of a woman holding a child close, a robin perched on the child’s arm. Soft light and restrained tones emphasize tenderness against the brick facade. More by SMUG!: 24 Times SMUG Made Walls Look More Real Than Life
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2. Sleeping Boy — El Decertor in Imbabura, Ecuador
A boy rests on a pillow while real foliage becomes his blanket. The painted figure aligns with the hedge, blending wall and vegetation into a single scene.
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3. Cut Through History — Fabian “Bane” Florin in Frauenfeld, Switzerland
A woman sits by a warm lamp framed by broad monstera leaves. Precise lighting and shadows create the effect of a window cut into the wall. More!: Amazing Murals by 3D Master Fabian Bane (7 Photos)
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4. Stork Nest — Oriol Arumí in Lleida, Spain
Three white storks stand on a large nest painted across the building’s side. The lower section opens to meadows and trees, turning the street corner into a nature view. More photos!: Discover the Stunning Stork Nest Mural in Lleida by Oriol Arumi
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5. Hope Is a Thing with Sequins — Naomi Haverland in Sioux City, Iowa
A child reaches toward a paper-style bird decorated with buttons and sequins. The piece projects a handcrafted look against the brick wall. More!: Naomi Haverland’s Mind-Blowing 3D Murals: Art That Will Make You Stop and Stare
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6. A Good Host Turns Places into Friends — HERA in Karlstad, Sweden
A child pours tea for a deer and a wolf, each seated calmly. Loose brushwork and handwritten notes add a storybook quality across the gable wall. More!: HERA – Crafting Stories on Walls Around the World
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7. Anf10n — SFHIR in Fene, Spain
A figure before a field of stars spans the curved facade. The composition layers cosmic bands behind the portrait with fine detail in the face and hands. More!: Turning Walls into Stories! 6 Murals by SFHIR
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8. Magpie on the Stairs — Irony & Boe in London, UK
A magpie painted at stair height fills the side wall. The bird’s blue, green, and white plumage sits crisply against the pale backdrop, interacting with the railings and steps.
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From an enormous child peering into a mirror in Italy to a serene bear reading under a leafy tree, this collection brings together 11 amazing public artworks from across the globe. You’ll see emotional murals, surreal 3D illusions, beautiful interactions with nature, and imaginative urban storytelling.
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1. Sogno — By LIGAMA in Ravanusa, Italy
A giant boy appears to crawl across the wall, peering into a mirror that seamlessly blends into the ground below. His shirt reads “Sogno” (dream), adding a symbolic layer to this hyper-realistic mural.🔗 Follow LIGAMA on Instagram
2. Hallow — Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois, USA
A monumental wooden sculpture of a woman gently opens her chest to reveal an empty space within. Surrounded by flowering trees, the piece conveys a sense of calm and introspection.🔗 Follow Daniel Popper on Instagram
3. Three Horses — By Łukasz Kieł in Amsterdam, Netherlands
A monochromatic mural features three highly detailed horse heads emerging from a floral composition of roses and leaves. The soft shading gives it the look of a classical pencil drawing.🔗 Follow Łukasz Kieł on Instagram
4. Nadine and the Chartreuse Respite — By David Zinn in USA
A small mouse named Nadine leans back peacefully against a tree trunk painted on a sidewalk. The leaves of a real green plant complete the canopy, forming a perfect natural shade for this quiet reading moment. More!: Happy Art by David Zinn! (15 Photos)🔗 Follow David Zinn on Instagram
5. Curious Child
A towering mural depicts a boy using a magnifying glass to inspect something on the ground. The real person walking below enhances the sense of scale, turning the wall into a playful scene.
6. Fishing Shadow — By Louis DUPART in Boissy-Saint-Léger, France
A man and dog sit high on a wall, fishing into the void, while their shadows stretch down toward apartment windows. The placement plays with perspective and light.
7. Ocean Encounter — By SEYB in Indre-et-Loire, France
This deep blue mural brings a shark to life as it swims toward the viewer through beams of sunlight. The 3D-style rendering gives the illusion of depth and movement.🔗 Follow SEYB on Instagram
8. Stacked Lives — By Klaus Klinger in Düsseldorf, Germany
A colorful wall of miniature apartments shows dozens of lively characters in exaggerated, cartoonish style. From daily routines to humorous vignettes, each section tells its own story.
9. Echoes of Harmony by Studio Giftig in Eindhoven, the Netherlands
Music is the universal language connecting people and cultures, regardless of their background or situation. The mural on Muziekgebouw Eindhoven’s facade portrays the merger of two worlds: an embrace between a street musician and a concert violinist. The artwork symbolizes the power of music to break down barriers and unite communities.🔗 Follow Studio Giftig on Instagram
10. Mural by Carles Arola in Calonge, Spain
This large-scale mural turns a flat facade into a detailed village scene with balconies, townspeople, a white horse, and even wine barrels in an open cellar. Every element is rendered to match the stone wall texture, blending history and realism into the environment. More photos here!🔗 Follow Carles Arola on Facebook
11. Flame Keepers — Mandi Caskey in Seneca Falls, New York
Mural by Mandi Caskey at 37 Fall Street in Seneca Falls, birthplace of the women’s rights movement in the United States. It shows two women passing a flame between their hands. The older woman wears a sash reading “1848 Vote for Women.” The background includes a crescent moon, clouds, and white butterflies.Mandi Caskey: Tribute to the enduring fight for women’s rights across generations. This mural captures an intimate moment of exchange. A suffragette passing a living flame into the hands of a modern woman. The fire represents knowledge, resilience, and the ongoing struggle for justice and equity. The suffragette’s steady presence honors the women of Seneca Falls who fought to secure the right to vote, while the younger woman receives the flame with reverence and determination, carrying that light forward into a more inclusive future. Both figures rise from the water, a symbol of rebirth and the roots of Seneca Falls, where the first Women’s Rights Convention reshaped history. Her sash belongs to the past. Her buttons belong to the present. And the moths gather in remembrance, for everyone, who gave their life to the cause. Let’s keep the light burning for all.
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Falling for It (10 Photos)
Content warning: Across cities from Patras to Mons, walls and pavements turn deceptive. A rabbit runs late through gold scrolls, a tiger leans out of a frame, and an abandoned warehouse hides a train that isn’t there. Each surface plays tricks on the eye — even concrete c
Across cities from Patras to Mons, walls and pavements turn deceptive. A rabbit runs late through gold scrolls, a tiger leans out of a frame, and an abandoned warehouse hides a train that isn’t there. Each surface plays tricks on the eye — even concrete can lie.
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1. Time Hole — WD (Wild Drawing) in Patras, Greece
A woman in red sits on a giant mushroom beneath swirling gold details while the White Rabbit climbs above her holding a clock. The mural bends perspective, merging fantasy and architecture into one scene. More: Beautiful 3D Art by WD! (8 Photos)
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2. Tiger on the Wall — SWEO & Nikita in El Berrón, Spain
A massive tiger rests within a painted frame, blending into real balconies and windows. The leaves and shadows make the animal appear alive and part of the building. On more mural!: Gold Fish mural by Sebastien Sweo and Nikita in Calais, France
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3. The Hidden Train — Odeith in Portugal
Inside an abandoned warehouse, a derelict wall becomes a realistic train, complete with graffiti and metal textures. Odeith’s precise shading transforms emptiness into illusion. More: 3D Art By Odeith (20 Photos)
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4. The Hairless Cat — Braga Last One in Les Pennes-Mirabeau, France
A sphynx cat painted on a tank appears curled in the grass. The scene shifts with the seasons — blending into summer fields or snow-covered hills with equal realism. More: Absolutely Brilliant By Braga Last One (14 Photos)
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5. The Fisher Girl — Fabian Bane in Mons, Belgium
A young woman sits by sunlight and sunflowers, her calm expression surrounded by warm reflections. The composition makes the painted window feel open to the real world. More: Amazing Murals by 3D Master Fabian Bane (7 Photos)
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6. Building Puzzle — Shozy in Solnechnogorsk, Russia
A corner building painted with geometric precision creates the illusion of floating cubes and recessed windows. The perspective shifts depending on where the viewer stands. More: 3D Madness By Shozy! (5 Photos)
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7. Down the Hole — Joe & Max in New York City, USA
A street painting opens into a glowing sci-fi pit, pulling pedestrians toward the depths. The optical illusion captures people’s reactions as they step up to the edge. More: Amazing 3D Art By Joe and Max (8 Photos)
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8. Roaring Tiger — Braga Last One in France
Painted across interior walls and corners, this tiger bursts out from bricks with lifelike motion. Its growl seems to echo through the room, blending paint and reality seamlessly.
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9. T-Rex Breaking Through — Shaun Hodgkin in Portsmouth, UK
A monochrome T-Rex is painted as if emerging through a brick wall. The artwork uses a trompe-l’oeil effect, with black painted bricks framing the opening and the dinosaur’s head, torso, and tail extending outward. Smaller stencil pieces appear around the base of the wall.
Shaun Hodgkin: My first “proper” wall painted in Portsmouth for the LOOK UP Portsmouth paint festival. All hand cut stencils, painted in the wind & rain……a perfect combination?!
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10. Cat Under the Bridge — Andy Dice Davies in Cheltenham, UK
A large cat is painted beneath a brick archway, positioned as if emerging toward the viewer. The mural features wide eyes, detailed fur, and an extended paw reaching forward. The surrounding foliage and brickwork frame the illusion.
Andy Dice Davies: this is a painting of my actual cat and that’s my son in the picture! Its in Cheltenham at Little Herberts Nature Reserve. As soon as I saw the line of black bricks I had to paint this!
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Get ready to be mesmerized by the fascinating world of 3D street art!
In today’s blog post, we’ll delve into the mind-bending realm of anamorphic masterpieces, as we explore how these optical illusions are created and what makes them so captivating. So, buckle up and let’s dive into the intriguing world of 3D street art!It’s all about perspective! The Art of Anamorphosis:
Creating Illusions Anamorphosis, the technique behind 3D street art, involves creating distorted images that only appear in their correct proportions when viewed from a specific angle or through a reflective device. This mind-blowing technique has been around since the Renaissance, but it wasn’t until the late 20th century that artists began applying it to the streets, transforming ordinary pavements into magical wonderlands.1
By 3D-Master Odeith
More by Odeith: 19 Jaw-Dropping 3D Graffiti Pieces by Odeith2
By Shozy in Solnechnogorsk, Russia.
See how it is made and from other points of view: Stunning Optical Illusion Mural by ShozyThe Pioneers: Kurt Wenner and Julian Beever
We can’t talk about 3D street art without mentioning its pioneers, Kurt Wenner and Julian Beever. Both artists started creating anamorphic illusions on the streets of Europe in the 1980s, revolutionizing the street art scene. Their innovative works have inspired a new generation of artists to experiment with perspective and create their own jaw-dropping 3D masterpieces.3
By Kurt Wenner
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By Julian Beever
The Process: From Sketch to Lifelike Artwork
Creating 3D street art is a labor-intensive process that begins with a detailed sketch of the desired illusion. Artists then use mathematical calculations and perspective techniques to determine the correct proportions for the final piece. Once the groundwork is done, they meticulously apply chalk or paint to the pavement, using shading and highlights to bring the illusion to life.5
By Leon Keer, Ruben Poncia, Remko van Schaik and Peter Westerink during the 4th Sarasota Chalk Festival in Florida US
By Leon Keer, Ruben Poncia, Remko van Schaik and Peter Westerink during the 4th Sarasota Chalk Festival in Florida US
By Leon Keer, Ruben Poncia, Remko van Schaik and Peter Westerink during the 4th Sarasota Chalk Festival in Florida US
The Impact: Engaging and Interactive Art
One of the most captivating aspects of 3D street art is its interactive nature. Viewers are encouraged to engage with the artwork, often becoming a part of the scene themselves. This immersive quality allows people to connect with art on a deeper level, sparking curiosity and inspiring creativity.6
3D Pedestrian Crossings Are Slowing Down Speeding Drivers in Iceland
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Braga Last1, also known as Tom Bragado Blanco Brings Old Gas Tank to Life with Stunning Sphynx Cat Illusion.
Where to See 3D Street Art: Festivals and Events
Eager to experience these incredible optical illusions for yourself? Keep an eye out for street art festivals and events, where many 3D artists showcase their talents. Some popular events include the Sarasota Chalk Festival in Florida, the Lake Worth Street Painting Festival, also in Florida, and the Fiera delle Grazie in Italy.8
Sleeping kitten by WA in Lima, Peru.
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‘Knowledge speaks – Wisdom listens’ – Mural in by WD (Wilddrawing) in Athens, Greece.
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By Made in Graffiti: The sleeping beauty – In Picardie, France.
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By Peeta in Mannheim, Germany.
To understand the 3D effect better, see more photos of the mural here.12
Horse by Nikolaj Arndt in Neustadt, Germany.
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Giraffe Eating the Plants by Jan Is De Man in Utrecht, Netherlands.
More by Jan Is De Man: Transforming Cityscapes with Playful 3D Street Art14
Mural by Cosimo Cheone Caiffa in Milano, Italy.
More: 27 Masterpieces By CHEONE15.
Mind Your Step – 3D Street Art in Stockholm, Sweden by Erik Johansson.
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In Berlin, Germany.
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More by Eduardo Relero.
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By Sweo and Nikita in El Berrón, Spain with 4 leaf agency.
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34 Murals That Turn Walls Into Wonders: Seth’s Street Art Will Blow Your Mind
Content warning: Discover how Seth Globepainter turns ordinary walls into vibrant masterpieces. From colorful murals to dreamlike creations, explore 32 stunning works that redefine urban spaces and inspire imagination.
Take a journey into the colorful world of Seth Globepainter, a French street artist who turns boring walls into amazing, dreamlike art.
Born as Julien Malland in Paris, Seth started painting graffiti in the 1990s in the city’s 20th district. Over time, he grew into a famous mural artist, using bright colors and powerful emotions to create art that speaks to people all over the world.
In this post, you’ll see 32 of Seth’s most magical murals. These artworks show how he can turn everyday buildings into unforgettable pieces of art.
A Creative Voyage:
Seth’s life as an artist changed in 2003 when he started a world tour. He worked with artists from different cultures and learned new ways to paint in cities around the globe. This experience led to his book “Globe Painter” (2007) and the documentary series “Les Nouveaux Explorateurs,” which was shown on Canal+. Over five years, Seth visited 15 unique places, expanding his artistic style and creativity.
During these travels, Seth developed his signature style, often focusing on themes of childhood and imagination.
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Enter the vortex – rue Jeanne d’Arc, Paris 13 with Galerie Itinerrance in Paris, France
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Viviane hesitate, La Butte aux cailles, Paris, France.
A World of Wonder:
Seth Globepainter’s art shows how street art can change the way we see the world. His murals bring out feelings and tell amazing stories. If you want to see more of Seth’s work, check out his official website! Feeling inspired? Share your street art photos and stories in our Facebook group “Your Street Art Utopia” and join the fun conversation!
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Periscopes – Street Art by Seth in Shanghai, China.
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Cat Walk – Street Art by Seth in Shanghai, China.
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Seth on Putins War on Ukraine in Paris, France.
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“Keep in touch” Popasna, Donbass Ukraine.
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“Telefòn” Little Haïti, Miami.
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“O marinheiro ”, Passo da Pátria, Natal, Brasil.
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In Paris, France.
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“Little Thor” in Neuf-Brisach, France.
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The gardeners – At Nicklaus children’s hospital in Miami, USA
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3 masks – Chosun University, Gwangju, South Korea.
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“Jack in the box” in Aalborg, Denmark
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In a lane near Yu garden, Shanghai, China.
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Collaboration with Korean painter Heo Dal Yong in Hae Dong, Damyang, South Korea.
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In Paris, France.
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Camsize and friend, Ravine-Sèche, Haïti.
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In Paris, France.
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In Paris, France.
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In Paris, France
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“The wire” in Fontaine, France.
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Lala can fly too, – Butte aux cailles, Paris, France.
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Jaho on his doorstep, Butte aux cailles, Paris, France.
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With Saner Edgar in Coyoacàn, Ciudad Mexico.
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In Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
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Little Putu meets her new friend, Canggu, Bali, Indonesia.
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Wendy at the window – Jersey City, USA.
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Dirty Hands – With the kids of Passo da Pátria, Natal, Brasil.
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Escada – Collaboration with DERLON in Obrigado Irmão. São Paulo, Brazil.
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“The ladder ”, tribute to the artist Bilal Berreni, known by the pseudonym Zoo Project died in July 2013 at the age of 23. His name is given to a place in the district of Saint-Blaise in the 20th arrondissement of Paris, the same place where he grew up and where this mural is painted.
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“Hang on” for Street Art Fest Grenoble Alpes in Grenoble, France.
Which one is your favorite?
5 pics: Street Artist Seth on Putins War on Ukraine (in Paris)
Street Artist Seth
By Seth Globepainter in Paris, France.We like this comment by SummerBoss: Ukrainians are fighting for their country, for their homes and for their families. What are Russian soldiers fighting and dying for? For an old man’s dream of a reborn empire of the USSR? This is not Russia’s war. This is not Belarus’s war. It is Putin’s war, and Putin’s alone.
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