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9 Street Art Dragons That Look Ready to Fly Off the Wall
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Dragons have always symbolized power, wisdom, and imagination—and now they’ve taken flight across city walls around the world. From towering, photorealistic beasts to playful chalk sketches curled in brick cracks, these murals transform dull facades into realms of fantasy. This collection features striking dragons spotted from Malaysia to France, from anime tributes to mischievous creatures hiding in plain sight. Whether fierce, friendly, or surreal, each artwork showcases how street art keeps the myth alive in the heart of our cities.
More: 30 Sculptures You (probably) Didn’t Know Existed
The Giant Greenish-Blue Dragon Mural — Kuantan, Malaysia
A three-story dragon coils around a spiral staircase, appearing to slither across the building’s surface. The detailed scales and vivid blues contrast with the black wall, giving this mural an almost cinematic presence. The mural is part of Project 06 at Kuantan Art Street in Pahang.
The Owl and the Dragon — Buenos Aires, Argentina
A glowing owl stares intensely from the right while a scaled dragon snakes through ethereal, neon-colored shadows on the left. Painted by Julian Cruz Solano, this fantasy-themed mural merges nocturnal power with mythic energy.
Dragon and Mouse — Le Pont-de-Claix, France
By Braga Last1, this clever piece features a green dragon painted to fit perfectly into the hollowed-out holes of a brick wall, peeking out with curiosity at a small painted mouse nearby. It’s a charming use of urban textures and playful narrative placement.
More: Mind-Bending 3D Street Art by Braga Last1: Anamorphic Masterpieces
The Fire-Breathing Dragon — France
A tiny red dragon seems to have scorched the side of a building, cleverly incorporating real fire damage. This playful piece by Oakoak turns decay into storytelling, showing the dragon mid-roar.
More: From Homer Simpson to Obelix: Oakoak’s Genius Street Art! (10 Photos)
Surprise Birthday Party (Introvert Style) — Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
Drawn by David Zinn, this whimsical chalk art features a small dragon playfully lying on its back as a mouse approaches. Fallen orange leaves are used as part of the dragon’s breath or laughter.
More: Whimsical Wonders: 7 Lovely Artworks by David Zinn
Dragon Ball Mural Tribute — Mexico
In tribute to Akira Toriyama, this mural features Shenron the dragon alongside iconic Dragon Ball characters. Bold colors and anime-style linework make it pop against the street setting.
Falkor the Luckdragon — Outside Barcelona, Spain
This mural by DavidL features a surreal, exaggerated depiction of Falkor from The NeverEnding Story. The creature bursts through a decaying wall with a toothy grin, oversized amber eyes, and flowing white facial hair—melding fantasy nostalgia with the texture of urban decay.
More: 15 Surreal Graffiti Artworks!: From Cookie Monster to Zombie Homer
Shenron the Eternal Dragon — Roubaix, France
French artist Scaf painted this striking 3D mural of Shenron, the wish-granting dragon from Dragon Ball, across the angular facade of a red brick building. The illusion is so precise that the dragon’s head appears to burst out of the wall, with a fan posing below holding a four-star Dragon Ball for scale.
More: 26 Amazing 3D Paintings by SCAF!
In Which Nadine Amuses a Dragon and Makes Autumn Happen — Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
Drawn by David Zinn, this chalk artwork captures a whimsical moment between Nadine the mouse and a playful dragon lying on its back in laughter. The scene cleverly incorporates real fallen leaves as the dragon’s fiery breath or joyful energy, blending sidewalk and season into a charming narrative.
More: 18 Pics Of Land Art Sculptures by Jon Foreman
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Sculptures You (probably) Didn’t Know Existed (30 Photos)
I love stumbling upon art that feels like a hidden gem—those incredible sculptures that stop you in your tracks and make you wonder, “How did I not know this existed?”
From massive figures seemingly rising from the earth to intricate works that play with gravity, these sculptures redefine what’s possible. Join me on a journey through 30 of the most amazing sculptures around the world, each with its own story and artistry that you probably didn’t know was out there.More: Sculptures With True Creativity (12 Photos)
1. The Statue of King Arthur, located in Tintagel, England, is a striking bronze sculpture by artist Rubin Eynon.
Erected in 2016, this statue stands on the cliffs of Tintagel Castle, a site steeped in Arthurian legend. The sculpture, named “Gallos” (meaning “power” in Cornish), depicts a cloaked and crowned King Arthur holding his sword, with his body appearing to merge with the landscape.This artwork symbolizes the enduring power and mystery of the Arthurian legends that are deeply rooted in the area.
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2. Albert György’s sculpture, Melancholy, captures the emptiness left by grief.
As John Maddox eloquently states, “We may look as if we carry on with our lives as before… but this emptiness is how we all feel… all the time.”
3. Christ of the Abyss is an extraordinary bronze statue created by Guido Galletti in 1954.
This unique piece rests on the seabed of the Mediterranean Sea, nestled between Camogli and Portofino on the Italian Riviera. Submerged beneath the azure waters, it continues to captivate divers and visitors with its serene and mystical presence.
4. This colossal sculpture was created nearly 450 years ago by Flemish sculptor Giambologna as a symbol of Italy’s Apennine mountains. Standing at nearly 14 meters (45 ft) tall, it was commissioned by Francesco de Medici, the Grand Duke of Tuscany, in 1579.
Positioned above a pond, the statue features a chamber in its head where Francesco would sit and fish at night. When a fire was lit inside, the Colossus’s eyes glowed red, and smoke billowed from its nostrils, creating a striking visual effect.
5. The Christ the Redeemer statue, standing atop Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is one of the world’s most recognizable landmarks.
This 30-meter (98 ft) tall statue, with arms stretching 28 meters (92 ft) wide, overlooks the city, symbolizing peace and welcoming all with open arms. Completed in 1931 and designed by French sculptor Paul Landowski and Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, it has become a symbol of Christianity around the globe and an enduring image of Brazil.More: Christ the Redeemer: An Icon of Faith and Artistry
6. Not the most amazing statue, but definitely an amazing story. In Istanbul, Turkey, they made a statue to honor the famous stray cat (Tombili) that used to sit in this position and watch the passers by.
One month after its installation the sculpture went missing. A comment from Turkey MP Tuncay Özkan: “They stole the Tombili statue. They are enemies of everything beautiful. All they know is hate, tears and war”. The statue was safely returned a short time later. More photos here.
7. This eagle sculpture is the world’s largest bird statue, created by Indian artist Rajiv Anchal.
Located at Jatayu Earth’s Center in Kerala, India, the sculpture took a decade to complete. Spanning 200 feet in length, 150 feet in width, and 70 feet in height, this colossal work of art depicts the mythical eagle Jatayu from the Indian epic, Ramayana.
8. This stunning marble sculpture, Ajax and Cassandra, was crafted in 2022 by renowned Italian contemporary artist Jago.
The piece beautifully captures the dramatic moment between the Greek hero Ajax and the Trojan priestess Cassandra.
9. Sendai Daikannon in Japan, the eighth-tallest statue in the world at 100 meters (330 ft).
Its serene, watchful presence overlooks the quiet urban landscape, creating a striking contrast between its massive spiritual form and the everyday city life below.
10. The great challenge by Nicolas Lavarenne. Antibes, French Riviera.
This striking bronze sculpture depicts a dynamic, elongated figure balancing on the edge of a cliff, arms outstretched as if preparing to leap into the vast blue sea below.
11. This is how the Statue of Unity in India looks like. It’s the tallest statue in the world: standing at 182 meters (597 ft) tall, it’s nearly three times the height of the Statue of Liberty.
This monumental statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key leader in India’s independence, stands on a massive platform with an observation deck, emphasizing its grandeur and scale.
12. This sculpture by Bruno Catalano
Portrays the profound emptiness experienced by migrants as they depart from their homeland—leaving their loved ones and their community behind—in pursuit of a better life:More: 9 Fragmented travelers – Amazing sculptures by Bruno Catalano
13. The incredible statue of Neptune (Poseidon) in Gran Canaria, Spain
Statue of Neptune (Poseidon) in Gran Canaria, Spain, standing powerfully against the waves with a trident in hand. This impressive sculpture captures the mythical god of the sea in a commanding pose, evoking themes of strength and the majesty of the ocean.More: The incredible ocean statue of Neptune (Poseidon) in Gran Canaria, Spain
14. Leshan Giant Buddha in China (800 AD) At 71 meters (233 ft) tall, this is the tallest pre-modern statue on Earth.
The Leshan Giant Buddha is carved into the cliffside in Leshan, Sichuan, China, overlooking the convergence of three rivers.
15. Close-up views of Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s marble statue of David, housed in the Galleria Borghese in Rome, Italy.
The dynamic sculpture captures the biblical hero mid-action, winding up to sling a stone. Bernini’s David is depicted with intense focus, furrowed brows, and clenched lips, conveying determination. The statue’s muscular arms and detailed hands grip the twisted ropes of the sling, showcasing Bernini’s skill in portraying tension and movement in marble. This statue contrasts Michelangelo’s famous David by capturing the hero in the midst of battle rather than in a calm, contemplative stance.
16. The Kiss of Death is a marble sculpture made in 1930 and found in Poblenou Cemetery, Barcelona.
This emotionally intense sculpture is renowned for its depiction of the delicate boundary between life and death, symbolized by Death’s kiss.
17. The Weight of Thought, bronze sculptures by Thomas Lerooy.
18. Victor Noir’s grave in Père-Lachaise cemetery, created by Patrick Magaud in 1984, has gained fame not for Noir’s journalistic work but for the legend surrounding his death and burial site.
Noir was a journalist shot dead, and his grave features a full-sized bronze statue of him lying down, as if recently shot. Over time, the statue became a fertility symbol.Legend has it that kissing the statue on the lips, leaving a flower in Victor’s hat, and rubbing the genital area enhances fertility, improves one’s sex life, or helps find a husband within a year. This has led to the lips and trousers’ bulge on the statue becoming noticeably shiny from repeated contact.
In 2004, a fence was erected around the grave to prevent this practice, but public protest led to its removal. Victor Noir’s grave remains one of the most visited and talked-about monuments in Père-Lachaise.
19. The amazing handkerchief detail in this marble statue made by French sculptor Louis Philippe Mouchy in 1781.
Featuring a highly realistic handkerchief carved to appear as delicate lace, draped around the neck of the figure. The sculpture captures the fine details of the lacework, folds, and textures, showcasing Mouchy’s skill in replicating soft fabrics in hard marble, a testament to his mastery of the medium. The statue also displays the figure’s elaborate curls and formal attire, highlighting the elegance and refinement typical of 18th-century French sculpture.
20. The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa, a renowned Baroque sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, located in the Cornaro Chapel of Santa Maria della Vittoria in Rome.
This intricate marble sculpture depicts Saint Teresa of Ávila in a moment of religious ecstasy, her face expressing both pain and bliss as an angel holds a golden spear poised above her. Radiant golden rays crafted from gilded bronze descend from above, symbolizing divine light and adding dramatic intensity to the scene.
21. Luo Li Rong is a contemporary artist renowned for crafting hyper-realistic clay and bronze sculptures.
22. The Dignity statue in South Dakota, a stunning 50-foot-tall sculpture of a Native American woman draped in a star quilt.
The statue features a blend of metal and vibrant blue diamond shapes that catch the light, symbolizing the cultural heritage and spirit of the Lakota and Dakota people. The woman’s expression is serene, with her arms outstretched as if embracing the landscape around her.
24. Freedom Sculpture, Philadelphia
“I wanted to create a sculpture almost anyone, regardless of their background, could look at and instantly recognize that it is about the idea of struggling to break free. This sculpture is about the struggle for achievement of freedom through the creative process” — Zenos Frudakis:
25. The vision of Constantine by Bernini is arguably one of the most underrated sculpture in art history.
Gian Lorenzo revolutionized the art form by infusing unprecedented movement into stone.
26. The Mud Maid by Sue Hill, located in the Lost Garden of Heligan, Cornwall, UK.
Depending on the time of the year, the mud maid’s hair and clothes change when the seasonal plants and moss grow over the sculpture.More: Mud Maid – Living sculpture by Sue and Pete Hill (5 photos and video).
27. Departure, a stunning bronze sculpture by artist George Lundeen, highlighted by the frost.
The sculpture is subtly highlighted by a layer of frost, enhancing the scene with a sense of cold and quiet intimacy, as if capturing a moment of departure or waiting.
28. The Resting Boxer, crafted more than 2,000 years ago, is one of the most realistic sculptures ever made and one of the finest examples of bronze sculptures to have survived from the ancient world.
It was excavated in Rome in 1885. Its incredible features, such as its pose, gaze, broken nose, cauliflower ears, scarred face, and bruised eyes, have been enchanting the world ever since.
30. The mesmerizing details of The West Wind, a surreal marble sculpture by American artist Thomas Ridgeway Gould.
Gould’s masterpiece likely drew inspiration from Percy Shelley’s “Ode to the West Wind,” in which the west wind serves as an allegory for the cyclical nature of change and revolution:More: Sculptures That Blend With Nature (10 Photos)
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Fragmented travelers by Bruno Catalano (10 Photos) - STREET ART UTOPIA
Embracing the Journey: Bruno Catalano’s Vision In the vast and versatile world of sculpture, few artists can make a claim to a style so unique that it becomes instantly recognizable. Bruno Catalano is one such artist.Vidar (Street Art Utopia)
Amazing Murals (9 Photos)
Content warning: From a giant feline glowing beneath an overpass in Russia to an elderly woman cracking walnuts in the Spanish Pyrenees, this mural collection takes us through stories painted on walls around the world. We visit rooftops in Scotland, alleyways in England,
From a giant feline glowing beneath an overpass in Russia to an elderly woman cracking walnuts in the Spanish Pyrenees, this mural collection takes us through stories painted on walls around the world. We visit rooftops in Scotland, alleyways in England, and entire facades turned into vibrant scenes of memory, imagination, and wonder. Here are 9 incredible murals, full of life, scale, and narrative.
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1. El Rebost de Padrina — Ceser87 in Sort, Spain
An elderly woman with deep wrinkles and a warm headscarf is captured cracking walnuts on a rustic table. Shelves behind her are stacked with bread, sausages, and jars, evoking a pantry from rural life.
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2. Daffodil Girl — SMUG in Glasgow, UK
A young girl crouches near the ground, holding a daffodil, painted with photorealistic finesse on a tall tenement wall. The background blends real architecture with the illusion of space, adding depth to the scene. More by SMUG!: 24 Times SMUG Made Walls Look More Real Than Life
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3. Dub. — JEKS ONE in Southend-on-Sea, UK
This grayscale mural is a collaboration with photographer B4flight, depicting an elderly man with intense eyes pulling his eyelids wide open. Every wrinkle, pore, and hair is rendered with photographic accuracy. More!: 9 Murals by JEKS ONE!
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4. Balance — Sasha Korban in Tbilisi, Georgia
A woman in a blue dress balances on the backs of tilted chairs that appear to tumble beneath her. Her poise and upward stretch create a moment of quiet tension and grace. More!: Murals by Sasha Korban (16 Photos)
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5. Road Trip — Roman Linacero in Nava de la Asunción, Spain
A mural of a teal car appears parked against the wall, with a woman lounging on the roof and an older man leaning from the driver’s seat. The figures are painted in muted pastel tones and styled with relaxed familiarity.
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6. Leopard Spirit — Gooze Art (George Kurinov) in Kazan, Russia
Painted on a massive bridge column, this fantastical creature glows in oranges, greens, and blues. It resembles a mythological feline with patterns across its fur, a third eye, and swirling forest shapes surrounding it. See both columns artworks here!: Mural by Bozik in Kazan, Russia (3 photos)
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7. Philanagnosia — Wild Drawing (WD) in Grenoble, France
A child reads while seated on a giant pencil, their imagination leaping into a book-portal framed in gold. An owl perches nearby. The mural plays with 3D illusion and the perspective of the book’s thickness. More by Wild Drawing!: 3D Street Art by WD (7 Murals)
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8. Rustle — SWIFTMANTIS in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
A gigantic fluffy tabby cat lounges out of a painted blue window. Its vivid green eyes and layered fur textures give the illusion it might leap out at any moment. Click here for another favorit by SWIFTMANTIS!
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9. Trapped — Bobby and Rogue-One in Glasgow, UK
Painted on the side of The Viceroy Bar, this mural shows a young woman with long curly hair gently placing a glass over a man standing on the ground in front of the wall. The illusion is achieved by blending the real person into the painted glass, creating a striking interactive effect. More!: 5 Stunning Bobby Rogue-One Murals You Need to See in Glasgow
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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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