From forests to city walls, these works connect art and nature in unexpected ways. Sculptures woven from willow branches, murals inspired by plants, and playful outdoor installations all invite us to slow down and look closer at the living world around us.

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1. Stillness in Motion — Olga Ziemska in Poland

A human form constructed entirely from gathered branches, its texture dense and its shape dynamic. The sculpture seems to be both standing still and moving forward, echoing the rhythm of wind through the trees.

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2. DO NOT DISTURB — Oakoak in La Louvière, Belgium

The artist integrates Marsupilami characters into a wall covered with greenery, turning the overgrown ledge into their natural habitat. The handwritten “DO NOT DISTURB” completes the lighthearted illusion. More!: Lovely by Oakoak (10 Photos)

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3. Gentiana Lutea — Mona Caron in Le Locle, Switzerland

A towering mural of the gentian plant grows up the side of a residential building. The large green leaves and yellow blossoms contrast against the concrete, celebrating the wild flora of the region. More photos!: Flower mural by Mona Caron in Le Locle, Switzerland

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4. Muscoat — Jon Foreman in Minwear Woods, Wales

Spirals of moss arranged around tree trunks form a temporary land art pattern. Each swirl follows the forest’s natural lines, blending sculpture and environment into one organic form. More by Jon Foreman: 10 Forest Sculptures By Jon Foreman

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5. Sharks in the Field — Anne Melady in Ontario, west of Dublin, Ireland

Shark fins cut through golden wheat, turning a quiet field into an unexpected ocean scene. A hand-painted sign reading “Please do not feed the sharks” adds a touch of humor to the countryside setting. More about it and photos!: Please do not feed the Great Wheat Sharks

6. The Beach — NEAN in Nîmes, France

A large mural depicts a person sitting on a swing beneath a tree at sunset. The bold contrast between blue and orange tones captures a peaceful pause in the middle of the city.

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7. UMI — Daniel Popper in Illinois, USA

A monumental wooden sculpture of a seated woman formed from intertwining roots and branches. The work invites visitors to walk beneath and around it, evoking a sense of calm and connection to the forest. More photos!: “UMI” Sculpture by Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois

Daniel Popper: “UMI” – Meaning Life in Swahili and Mother in Arabic. 1 of 5 new works from the Human+Nature exhibition opening today at the The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois. Surrounding the base of the Earth Mother we have planted Virginia Creepers. I am looking forward to watching them grow and the artwork evolve over time in this beautiful space. Made from steel & GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete), 20ft tall. The pieces will on display for 1 year. May you all enjoy interacting with her as much as we enjoyed creating her.

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8. Willow Archer — Anna & The Willow in England

A life-size archer sculpted from woven willow strands, captured in mid-draw. The flow of the natural fibers gives the figure movement, as if part of the surrounding woodland.

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9. Eroded Rubik’s Cube — At Scheveningen Harbour in the Netherlands

A giant painted Rubik’s Cube appears lodged among concrete blocks by the sea. Weathered by salt and time, it merges the playful with the industrial, echoing the clash between nature and human design. More!: Eroded Rubik’s Cube in the Netherlands

More: Nature Is Everything (10 Photos)

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2025-07-26 22:01:00

When Street Art Meets Nature (40 Photos)

When street art meets nature, the results are stunning. Some artists blend their murals seamlessly with the landscape, while others use real plants to bring their work to life.

In Ecuador, El Decertor painted a mural that merges with the natural surroundings. In Martinique, Nuxuno Xän turned a tree trunk into part of a painted figure. In New York, OGMillie created a floral mural that brightens the urban space. In Brazil, Fábio Gomes Trindade’s portraits use real bougainvillea as hair, while in Poland, Natalia Rak painted a girl appearing to water a living tree.

These works show how street art and nature can come together in unexpected and beautiful ways.

More: 18 Stunning Land Art Creations by Jon Foreman: Nature’s Beauty in Stone Patterns

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Flower Power by Fábio Gomes Trindade in Goiás, Brasil (3 artworks)

Raising Awareness: Street Art as a Conservation Tool

Nature-inspired street art can be a powerful means of drawing attention to endangered species and emphasizing the importance of preserving natural habitats. By using their talents, street artists can become advocates for environmental conservation and ignite conversations about our shared responsibility to protect the planet.

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Inspiring Sustainability: Environmental Messages in Street Art

Street art that incorporates natural elements can also raise public awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable living. These awe-inspiring creations can encourage people to reflect on their impact on the environment and take action to reduce their carbon footprint, recycle, and preserve nature.

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Creating a Sense of Place: Street Art Trails and Tourism

Street art can be used to design nature trails, where visitors can explore the environment while admiring artistic masterpieces. These trails promote tourism, allowing visitors to learn about the local ecosystem, culture, and history while appreciating the art. The fusion of street art and nature can foster a deep connection with the location and enhance the overall experience.

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Flower mural by OGMillie and Floratorium in New York (5 photos)

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By Robson Melancia in Dois Córregos, Brazil

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“UMI” Sculpture by Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois 4 photos

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Cuteness overload! Chalk Art by David Zinn (6 photos)

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Legend about Giants by Natalia Rak in Białystok, Poland

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16 Photos – Street Art by Michael Pederson in Sydney, Australia

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Street Art by Pejac – A Collection

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By Jonna Pohjalainen – In Turku, Finland

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By Wild Drawing in Athens, Greece

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By Oakoak in Avignon, France

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Street Art by Oakoak – Calvin and Hobbes

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By Dr Love at Upfest – In Bristol, England

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Moss Graffiti by Carly Schmitt

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The Green Carpet – In Jaujac, France 6 photos to see it all

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Street Art by JPS – A Collection (+40 photos)

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Garden Hot Air Balloon – By Oakoak

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Street Art by Vinie – A Collection (24 photos)

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The sleeping beauty – In Picardie, France

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“Beautiful Love” by Alter OS in Mexico City

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Come in to Light – Wooden Sculpture By Daniel Popper In Tulum, Mexico

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Clothespin Sculpture by Mehmet Ali Uysal in Belgium.

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The Caring Hand by Eva Oertli and Beat Huber in Glarus, Switzerland.

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Kindergarten children dropped seeds in the crack of the sidewalk to see what would happen.

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In the heart of Welsh woodlands, leaves, moss, and soil become mesmerizing canvases for land artist Jon Foreman. From vivid vortexes in Little Milford to a glowing gradient around a tree trunk in Colby Woods, this collection captures nine of his most enchanting interventions in nature — some co-created with Layla Parkin. Expect vibrant spirals, intricate patterns, and illusions that make the landscape pulse with life.

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1. Vortex — Little Milford Woods, Wales

2. Colos Curva — Little Milford Woods, Wales

3. Dissipatio — Colby Woods, Wales

4. Exolesco — Colby Woods, Wales

5. Horarium — Little Milford Woods, Wales

6. Fluentem Colos — Little Milford, Wales

7. Folia Quadrata — Little Milford Woods, Wales

8. Array — Little Milford, Wales

9. Musco — Minwear Woods, Wales

10. Portal — Little Milford Woods, Wales

Jon Foreman’s forest installations don’t just decorate nature — they collaborate with it. These temporary artworks transform the landscape into a living gallery, reminding us how even the simplest materials can create moments of wonder in public space.

More by Jon Foreman!: 18 Stunning Land Artworks by Jon Foreman! (Nature’s Beauty in Stone Patterns)

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2025-10-10 22:17:21

Playing With Statues (26 photos)

Ever looked at a statue and thought, “What would happen if we made this masterpiece a little… mischievous?”

You’re not alone! Every day, people worldwide are adding a twist to statues, bringing them into the world of “dudeism.” Imagine classic sculptures sporting sunglasses or historic figures wielding quirky accessories.

It’s not just about fun; these makeovers invite us to reimagine public spaces and remind us that art doesn’t have to be serious. Dive in, laugh, and let these clever creations inspire!

More: 9 Hilarious Gargoyle Statues: Medieval Humor!

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A person humorously “falls” at the foot of the Ronald Reagan statue in Budapest, Hungary.

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In Philadelphia, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson statues seem to take a modern “selfie.”

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This sculpture is titled “La Espera” (“The Wait”) and is located on the promenade in Torrevieja, Spain. The piece symbolizes the wives, mothers, and daughters of fishermen who would wait by the shore for their loved ones to return from the sea.

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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.

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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.

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More: When Street Art Meets Nature (40 Photos)

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2021-06-09 07:58:43

“UMI” Sculpture by Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois

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By Daniel Popper at the outdoor tree museum The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois, USA.

Daniel Popper: “UMI” – Meaning Life in Swahili and Mother in Arabic. 1 of 5 new works from the Human+Nature exhibition opening today at the The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois. Surrounding the base of the Earth Mother we have planted Virginia Creepers. I am looking forward to watching them grow and the artwork evolve over time in this beautiful space. Made from steel & GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete), 20ft tall. The pieces will on display for 1 year. May you all enjoy interacting with her as much as we enjoyed creating her.

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A raccoon checking a rusty drain, a ghost pleading with a flower, and a dog backed up by a sword-wielding mouse—these quirky chalk and painted creatures by artist David Zinn have popped up across sidewalks, stumps, and stones, creating unexpected joy in everyday places. From “Nadine and the Shared Log Cabin” nestled into a tree stump to “Sylvia” standing guard in the woods, each piece turns ordinary public surfaces into moments of quiet storytelling.

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1. Nadine and the Shared Log Cabin

2. Randolph is a Ghost of Gardens Past, here to remind you not to overwater your begonias this year

Painted on a sidewalk corner, a ghost with upraised arms clutches a pink flower. The artwork cleverly integrates a drainage cover as its mouth, creating a surprised expression.

3. Alice has a special window for proclamations or soliloquies depending on whether anyone is listening

4. Andy is feeling awkward because his summer wings haven’t come in yet

5. Before you make any promises, I should mention that Reggie is a toad and I’m pretty sure that crown is a bottle cap

6. Chuck has a predilection for presenting primroses to pollinators

7. Clyde found a piece of cold pizza and now his whole outlook on the universe has changed

8. Ellery checks the compost bins with high hopes and low expectations and is never disappointed

9. Fun Summer Fact Sluggo’s eyes double as flotation devices and he can breathe through his soul

10. Gordon has made the unnerving discovery that he can speak Beetle

11. Nadine and the Measured Approach

12. Saul thinks you should apologize for calling Captain Tawnyshanks cute

13. Sylvia is a fierce protector of all woodlands, starting with this rock

14. Greebix is embarrassed to realize he has launched yet another alien invasion in his pajamas

15. Leonard’s motto: cultivate abundance where you find it

16. Before she battens down the hatches, Maggie gives the leaves a fair opportunity to pad out her den

More!: Street Art by Happiness Maker David Zinn (21 Photos)

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2025-04-05 10:43:39

David Zinn’s Magical Chalk Art: 11 Whimsical Creations That Spark Joy

Delve into the enchanting world of David Zinn, where everyday sidewalks become magical canvases bursting with imaginative characters and playful stories.

David Zinn’s chalk art invites viewers into a whimsical universe, where vibrant creations like Sluggo, the cheerful green monster, and Philomena, the soaring pig, seamlessly interact with urban landscapes, sparking joy and wonder.

Renowned for his ephemeral art, Zinn transforms ordinary urban spaces into captivating scenes that surprise and delight passersby. His temporary chalk creations celebrate the beauty of fleeting moments, leaving behind a sense of childlike awe.

These photos highlight the colorful charm and imaginative spirit of Zinn’s unique street art, which continues to inspire smiles and curiosity in cities around the world.

More: Street Art by Happiness Maker David Zinn (21 Photos)

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