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King Kong Balls #sculpture by #French artist Denis Defrancesco
2019-11-16 #Prague#PublicArt #Sculpture #ContemporaryArt #KingKong #Gorilla #gold #balls #popart #NeoPopart
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King Kong Balls #sculpture by #French artist Denis Defrancesco
2019-11-16 #Prague#PublicArt #Sculpture #ContemporaryArt #KingKong #Gorilla #gold #balls #popart #NeoPopart
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King Kong Balls #sculpture by #French artist Denis Defrancesco
2019-11-16 #Prague#PublicArt #Sculpture #ContemporaryArt #KingKong #Gorilla #gold #balls #popart #NeoPopart
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King Kong Balls #sculpture by #French artist Denis Defrancesco
2019-11-16 #Prague#PublicArt #Sculpture #ContemporaryArt #KingKong #Gorilla #gold #balls #popart #NeoPopart
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King Kong Balls #sculpture by #French artist Denis Defrancesco
2019-11-16 #Prague#PublicArt #Sculpture #ContemporaryArt #KingKong #Gorilla #gold #balls #popart #NeoPopart
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#BlueskyArtShow #Minimal
Backlit paper parasols on display at a street art festival.
#ECK #ClassicMono #Parasol #Art #Photography #Stunday #PublicArt #StreetArt -
#BlueskyArtShow #Minimal
Backlit paper parasols on display at a street art festival.
#ECK #ClassicMono #Parasol #Art #Photography #Stunday #PublicArt #StreetArt -
#BlueskyArtShow #Minimal
Backlit paper parasols on display at a street art festival.
#ECK #ClassicMono #Parasol #Art #Photography #Stunday #PublicArt #StreetArt -
#BlueskyArtShow #Minimal
Backlit paper parasols on display at a street art festival.
#ECK #ClassicMono #Parasol #Art #Photography #Stunday #PublicArt #StreetArt -
#BlueskyArtShow #Minimal
Backlit paper parasols on display at a street art festival.
#ECK #ClassicMono #Parasol #Art #Photography #Stunday #PublicArt #StreetArt -
https://www.europesays.com/dk/159894/ Vilnius Unveils 600-Square-Metre Mural in Žemaitė Square #GediminasAvenue #Lithuania #PublicArt #Vilnius #Žemaitė
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https://www.europesays.com/dk/159314/ Sibelius-monumentti and its steel pipes in Helsinki #EilaHiltunen #Finland #helsinki #JeanSibelius #monument #PublicArt #sculpture #SibeliusMonumentti #TOURISM #TRAVEL
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Here is my "Unpopular on Mastodon" toot of the day.
I dislike Banksy.
Although I am often (not always) in sympathy with the messages his work conveys, these are often presented in a form that is dull, hectoring, or disagreeably sentimental -- what we might term radical twee.
The populist "you know what you like and it's not that museum stuff" current that has marked his career is uncomfortably close to the right wing cultural politics of which he imagines himself a leading opponent.
I also dislike graffiti in general. This Jonathan Jones article from a decade ago remains on point:
Please don't tell me that this symptom of urban blight is somehow "progressive". Instead of drooling over Robin Gunnigham's private organization...
#Art #PublicArt #Banksy #RobinGunnigham #Graffiti #CommunityArt #UrbanBlight
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https://www.victorianweb.org/sculpture/westmacottr/2.html
Shame about the fig leaf, but nevertheless a good starting pint for my thinking about nudity in public art.
#PublicArt #Nudity #MaleNudity #Achilles #WellingtonMonument #RichardWestmacott
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Even a smaller town can grow the arts and have a thriving local creative scene. At a Texas Downtown (TXD) regional roundtable event, I learned how Corsicana TX did it:
https://www.tourismcurrents.com/how-to-grow-the-arts-in-your-town/
#SocialTown #tourism #marketing #EconomicDevelopment #MainStreet #art #theater #PublicArt
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You can view the #Ravensong war #canoe & symbolic #paddle #PublicArt at #NIWRA. It's beside the big turtle pond.
https://www.niwra.org/Bill Helin is of #Tsimshian / #Norwegian decent and is a member of the Tsimshian Nation, born and raised in the Northwest Coastal community of Prince Rupert, BC. His father was Arthur Helin, his Grandfather Henry William Helin, was Chief of the Gitlan Tribe, and his Grandmother Maud Helin, was Chief of the Gitgeese Tribe. Bill spent many hours listening to his grandmother in wonder, as she told him many Legends of the Tsimshian People. By the time he was three, he was already drawing and it wasn't long before he was amusing his family, friends and teachers with caricatures and cartoons. For the most part Bill is a self-taught artist. He learned from books, and was soon mastering techniques such as three-dimensional forming, called repousse. In the 1980’s Bill was sponsored to go to K'San, BC's famous #IndianArt and Carving School in Hazelton. In February 1988, Bill attended the renowned Gemology Institute of America in Santa Monica, California, completing advanced courses in gold smithing and gem setting. Today he lives and works from his studio/home on Vancouver Island.
Bill spent most of his career, which started in 1979, carving traditional Tsimshian wood carving, jewelry and paintings. His art has evolved from creating large wood projects such as a 40 foot long Ravensong Canoe in 1993 and working on the world’s tallest totem pole with Richard Krentz in 1994, to illustrating children’s story books and working on many animation projects. Other projects include working with NASA and the Canadian Space Agency to design three mission patches as well as some education materials.
Check out his website:
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This sounds like a sweep to me. Why do these landowners think it’s safe to build profit generating housing (apartments) on toxic land?
#Seattle #SewardPark #DragonLand #ConceptualArt #PublicArt #CommunityArthttps://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/south-seattles-dragon-land-is-gone-long-live-dragon-land/
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End of the night…
#artinstallation #serenescenery #nightphotography #citylights #nightscape #streetlights #oceanview #urbanexploration #reflections #promenade #palmtrees #beautifuldestinations #sculpture #vacationvibes #nightview #landscapephotography #modernart #eveningstroll #coastalvibes #publicart #longexposure #walkway #harbor #waterfront #bluehour #architecturelovers #mediterraneanvibes #travelphotography #seaside #wanderlust
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Falling for It (10 Photos)
A flat wall is just a flat wall, until an artist decides to play a trick on your eyes. Suddenly, a solid brick corner turns into a massive tiger ready to pounce. A plain pavement opens up into a glowing pit. Across cities from Patras to Mons, creators are bending perspective and turning everyday architecture into giant optical illusions. You walk past what you think is a normal building, only to realize a T-Rex is crashing through the plaster. These aren't just paintings. They are […]https://streetartutopia.com/2026/02/26/falling-for-it-clone/
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Even a smaller town can grow the arts and have a thriving local creative scene. At a Texas Downtown (TXD) regional roundtable event, I learned how Corsicana TX did it:
https://www.tourismcurrents.com/how-to-grow-the-arts-in-your-town/
#SocialTown #tourism #marketing #EconomicDevelopment #MainStreet #art #theater #PublicArt
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Real Art Feels Fantastic (8 Photos)
This selection moves between large-scale murals, playful characters, and quiet interventions that change how a place feels. A towering pigeon wraps an apartment block, a Smurf tends a fragile plant inside a painted shed, and a giant child crouches forward offering a rose. You’ll also find a dog resting across a wall in Italy, a girl reading beside her painted twin in Laos, cartoon figures reclaiming a neglected bus stop in Brazil, a floral mural climbing a concrete tower in Switzerland, […]https://streetartutopia.com/2025/12/27/real-art-feels-fantastic/
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Coming off the train at my local station last night, I noticed a totally not-ominous, very welcoming piece of the station's #PublicArt installation while leaving.
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Falling for It (10 Photos)
A flat wall is just a flat wall, until an artist decides to play a trick on your eyes. Suddenly, a solid brick corner turns into a massive tiger ready to pounce. A plain pavement opens up into a glowing pit. Across cities from Patras to Mons, creators are bending perspective and turning everyday architecture into giant optical illusions. You walk past what you think is a normal building, only to realize a T-Rex is crashing through the plaster. These aren’t just paintings. They are […] -
Can’t Stop Smiling (9 Photos)
Let’s be real, life can be a bit heavy sometimes. These street art pieces are here to fix that. It is like getting a surprise hug from a brick wall. Here are 9 artworks that capture pure joy and clever humor. More: Made You Smile (12 Photos) 1. Taz Attack: Nauni69 in Viator, Spain Taz is back and he is breaking through walls in Spain. Next, look at the passerby’s reaction. It is pure gold. This mix of cartoon energy and 3D realism makes the whole scene feel like a movie. It is like […] -
Urban Magic (9 Photos)
From surreal murals reaching for the moon to playful chalk illusions tucked between rocks, these nine works transform ordinary streets and walls into scenes of wonder. You’ll find dreamlike portraits in Peru, clever perspective tricks in France and South Africa, and bold characters in glowing glasses. Here’s a tour through nine pieces of urban magic. More: Absolutely Fantastic (8 Photos) 1. Fragile Balance — KATO in Estepona, Spain A mural of a young woman climbing a ladder to reach […]https://streetartutopia.com/2025/09/27/urban-magic-9-photos/
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Unreal Moments (9 Photos)
9 Unexpected illusions. Playful distortions. Familiar scenes reimagined. In this collection, artists from across the globe bend reality with paint, sculpture, and wit—placing a giraffe in a city block, turning bollards into Pac-Man, and handing Darth Vader a fishing pole. Scroll through eight moments that feel too unreal to be true, yet are all hiding in plain sight. More: 12 Times I Found Street Art Cleverly Using Its Surroundings 1. Giraffe Eating the Plants — Jan Is De Man in […] -
Absolutely Stunning (12 Photos)
From an enormous child peering into a mirror in Italy to a serene bear reading under a leafy tree, this collection brings together 12 amazing public artworks from across the globe. You’ll see emotional murals, surreal 3D illusions, beautiful interactions with nature, and imaginative urban storytelling. More: Skeleton Art (12 Photos) 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. […]https://streetartutopia.com/2025/12/28/absolutely-stunning-12-photos/
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Movie Moments (9 Photos)
From epic embraces to cinematic portraits, these street murals could be stills pulled straight from a film. Set across Argentina, France, Georgia, Belgium, Brazil, and more, these 9 large-scale works freeze emotions, gestures, and lighting in a way that feels like visual storytelling. Some echo classical sculpture, others modern intimacy—but all pull you into a scene. In this collection: a soaring figure dances with the sky in Rosario, Charlie Chaplin peeks from behind a wall in Paris, a […]https://streetartutopia.com/2025/10/13/murals-that-feel-like-movie-moments/
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10 Giant Trolls Hiding in Forests, Lakes and Ruins
Towering from forests, peeking out of lakes, or lounging beneath the stars — Thomas Dambo’s trolls have become some of the most beloved public sculptures on Earth. Built entirely from recycled wood and often hidden in remote landscapes, these sculptures invite both wonder and adventure. From Jutland’s woodland giants to a lakeside troll in Minnesota measuring 13 meters high, here are 10 of the most enchanting trolls you can find around the world. 🔗 Follow Thomas Dambo on […]https://streetartutopia.com/2025/06/19/giant-trolls-hiding-in-forests-lakes-and-ruins/
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Amazing Murals by 3D Master Fabian Bane (7 Photos)
Discover Fabian Bane’s extraordinary murals, where vibrant colors and captivating designs turn walls into works of art. From a seamstress in Frauenfeld to a fisherman in Chur, each piece tells a unique story inspired by people, places, and tradition. Explore his incredible journey as a street artist from Switzerland to cities worldwide.https://streetartutopia.com/2025/06/10/fabian-bane-street-art/
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I Just Found These Incredible Murals
From a satirical horror-movie-style poster in Rome to a dreamlike underwater portrait in Mexico, this selection of new street art spans continents and themes. You’ll find a giant crocodile devouring a tropical-shirted man, a rebellious Doberman in designer fashion, and an angelic figure breaking free from chains. Each piece tells a distinct story, transforming walls into canvases of creativity. Let’s take a look at these incredible murals from around the world. More: 106 Of The Most […]https://streetartutopia.com/2025/03/10/i-just-found-these-incredible-murals/
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Emerging Through Red (by Yesor Graff in Morelia, Mexico)
This striking mural by Yesor Graff in Morelia, Mexico, captures a woman pushing through a torn red surface, as if breaking free from confinement. Her piercing green eyes contrast sharply with the deep red, evoking themes of resilience and transformation. The blade of grass between her lips hints at nature’s quiet defiance, a reminder of life’s persistence even in urban settings. The detailed realism of her face, combined with the illusion of a ruptured wall, makes this artwork both […]https://streetartutopia.com/2025/02/28/emerging-through-red-by-yesor-graff-in-morelia-mexico/
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Rolling Art: Cement Trucks Turned into Giant Matryoshka Dolls
Imagine being stuck in traffic and suddenly spotting a giant Matryoshka doll rolling by! That's exactly what happened in Budapest, where this cement truck transformed into a moving piece of street art. With its soft expression and floral patterns, it turns an ordinary work vehicle into something straight out of a folk tale. Who knew construction sites could be so charming? Meanwhile, another cement truck takes the Matryoshka concept to the next level with bold colors, intricate berry […] -
Public art brings the mundane to life: Stacked-high suitcase sculptures in the bag claim area at Sacramento International Airport.
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Public art brings the mundane to life: Stacked-high suitcase sculptures in the bag claim area at Sacramento International Airport. #art #suitcases #baggage #publicart #airport #artspace #journey #sculpture #travel #packed #smf #bagclaim #sacramento #artalongthejourney
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Update: Another piece of political art has popped up — this time in Philadelphia. Philly Voice reports that a statue of Donald Trump has been placed in Maja park, behind a bronze sculpture of a nude woman. Beneath it is a plaque that quotes Trump on the "Access Hollywood" tape that was leaked before the 2016 election: "I just start kissing them. It's like a magnet. Just kiss. I don't even wait," the plaque says. "And when you're a star they let you do it. Grab them by the p****. You can do anything." An identical statue appeared in Portland, Oregon on Sunday but was vandalized and removed within hours. Here's more.
#Art #PublicArt #USPolitics #USElection #Philadelphia #Pennsylvania #DonaldTrump #AccessHollywood
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6 Photos Of 3D Mural by Peeta in Mannheim, Germany
Anamorphic muralist Peeta
By Peeta in Mannheim, Germany for Stadt-Wand-Kunst STADT.WAND.KUNST project.
Peeta is a Venice based graffiti artist since ‘93, muralist, oil painter and sculptor.
Peeta: “I loved this building since the beginning and I tried my best to combine multidisciplinary skills to transform it while keeping its original taste. Thanks to the city of Mannheim and the great people that supported and worked on this project.”
More: Anamorphic mural by Peeta in Padova, […]
https://streetartutopia.com/2024/10/23/3d-mural-in-mannheim-germany/
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Winkie the Pigeon Honoured with Broughty Ferry Sculpture https://www.dundeecity.gov.uk/news/article?article_ref=4572 #Dundee #BroughtyFerry #Sculpture #Art #PublicArt #WW2 #WWII #HomingPigeons #Pigeons #Birds #BirdArt #Scotland #ScottishHistory #Tayside #CarrierPigeons
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The Fifty Fifty #ArtsCollective looks shut down but website says they're still active:
https://thefiftyfifty.net/Located on Douglas St, just before Bay St. In #VictoriaBC 🖌🎼🖍🎵🎨🎶🖼🎤
#SharedArtSpace #ArtistsCollective #YYJarts #yyj #vanisle #VancouverIsland #PNW #PacificNorthwest #CoopArtGallery #ArtsAndCulture #SupportTheArts #graffiti #UrbanArt #PublicArt #CommunityArts #Nonprofit #VolunteerRun
