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    “The Silent Mirror” by David de la Mano in Galicia, Spain

    Prolific muralist and painter David De La Mano recently finished his latest mural for Vigo, Cidade De Cor, an art festival in public spaces held in the city of Vigo, Galicia, Spain since 2015. The mural is entitled “The Silent Mirror” which depicts his signature repeating silhouettes of human and animal figures.

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    David de la Mano is a Spanish contemporary artist best known for his stunning murals often featuring silhouettes, trees and other monochromatic imagery. de la Mano is a versatile artist who excels from drawing to sculpture. The artist experiments with different techniques among which acrylics, watercolours, ink and collage.
    His art highlights a vision of humanity with a lot of metaphor and poetry. He is often playing with shadows and lights, forms and contrasts to convey his vision of the world to us.
    Scroll down below for more images of the mural. More

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    New Murals by Mantra, Mohamed l’Ghacham, and Oli-B in Wevelgem, Belgium

    All About Things recently painted three new murals in Wevelgem, Belgium with street artists Mantra, Mohamed l’Ghacham and Oli-B. These works were derived from extensive neighbourhood participation; they have been talking with the residents for over one year prior to the first drop of paint. Through neighbourhood participation, they were able to create art which strengthens communities, develops a sense of belonging, and contributes to the everyday quality of life of the residents.

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    Scroll down below for a walk-through of the stunning murals.

    Still Life of Lysandra by Mantra, Gullegem, Belgium

    “Still Life of Lysandra” a freehand mural painted by Mantra in Gullegem, Belgium.Born in Metz, France, Mantra is a self-taught street artist that has been painting in the streets since 2008. He grew up between the noise of the city and the whispers of the surrounding countryside. In his paintings and street canvases, the Artist pays tribute to his childhood heroes (butterflies, owls, spiders, birds…) in a realistic and lively style. Mantra creates magnificent murals with the combination of exquisite colors and in-depth background, with the intention to leave his footprints in the urban areas like repeated mantras, hence his nickname.

    Mural by Mantra, Gullegem, Belgium

    Mural by Mantra, Gullegem, Belgium

    Mural by Mantra, Gullegem, Belgium

    Mural by Mantra, Gullegem, Belgium

    Family Portrait by Mohamed l’Ghacham in Wevelgem, Belgium

    The next mural is done by Mohamed l’Ghacham entitled “Family Portrait” which is done in one of the social buildings in Wevelgem, a small town near Brussels. Mohamed l’Ghacham usually paints large figurative murals based on scenes from vintage family photos and everyday objects. Often choosing photographic “accidents” for their authenticity, the artist paints meals, table settings, toasts, and other communal rituals performed by normal people.

    Family Portrait by Mohamed l’Ghacham in Wevelgem, Belgium

    Family Portrait by Mohamed l’Ghacham in Wevelgem, Belgium

    Family Portrait by Mohamed l’Ghacham in Wevelgem, Belgium

    Family Portrait by Mohamed l’Ghacham in Wevelgem, Belgium

    Mural by Oli-B in Wevelgem, Belgium

    The last mural is by contemporary artist Oli-B who hails from Brussels, Belgium. It features his signature abstract and figurative shapes charged with vivid colors. Oli-B loves the hustle and bustle of big cities and their crowds and uses the public spaces as a playground. He also makes his art living by integrating it in the urban jungle through mural painting and collage.

    Mural by Oli-B in Wevelgem, Belgium

    Mural by Oli-B in Wevelgem, Belgium

    Mural by Oli-B in Wevelgem, Belgium

    Mural by Oli-B in Wevelgem, Belgium

    Photo credits: Jules Césure More

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    Elian Chali new works in Argentina, USA, and Taiwan

    Elian Chali was born and raised in Cordoba, where he currently lives. His relationship with the streets began with adolescent tagging and although his background is in graphic design, as an artist he is self-taught. Elian’s work focuses on creating a dialogue with the urban fabric, letting the characteristics of the wall inform the piece. He identifies with urbanism and architecture more than muralism or graffiti.

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    Known for his abstract and anamorphic compositions through which he reflects and modifies the perception of architectural spaces he intervenes, Elian’s work is characterised by the use of subtle gestures and strong and contrasting colour choices that give shape to vibrant and elegant murals.

    Centro Cultural Recoleta, Argentina

    Elian Chali‘s murals, with their bold colors, clear-cut shapes and flat surfaces, immediately grab your attention. His aesthetics are inspired by the Pop-Art, minimalism, Russian constructivism, and neoplasticism. Through his work, the artist seeks to open a discussion that goes from the social problems to the poetry of the habitat in which he creates.
    Through numerous travels around the world, Elian is constantly exposed to both the beauty and ugliness which surrounds us in equal measure in every day life and invites the viewer to process these issues with him through his paintings.
    Check out below for more images of Elian’s works.

    Centro Cultural Recoleta, Argentina

    Barrio Cofico- Cordoba Capital, Argentina

    Barrio Cofico- Cordoba Capital, Argentina

    “The path of memories: cleaning the makeup” Fall River, USA

    “The path of memories: cleaning the makeup” Fall River, USA

    “Tensión” Córdoba, Argentina

    “Tensión” Córdoba, Argentina

    “Sewing Corner” Kaohsiung, Taiwan

    “Sewing Corner” Kaohsiung, Taiwan

    “Tajo/Costura” Tandil, Argentina

    “Tajo/Costura” Tandil, Argentina

    “Tensión” Córdoba, Argentina

    “Tensión” Córdoba, Argentina More

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    Top 15 Children-Themed Murals

    Walk through a world of creativity and imagination as we present to you various murals that revolves around the concept of childhood by celebrated artists. Childhood has been used in street art to evoke a wide array of themes, be it playful or political messages.

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    Scroll down below and explore the innocence and wonder of childhood through these amusing murals.

    Roamcouch in Gifu, Japan (2018)

    BumbleBee in Seattle, USA (2015)

    Ever in La Boca, Buenos Aires (2017)

    Rustam QBic in Shanghai, China (2017)

    Mono Gonzalez and Seth in Kiev, Ukraine (2017)

    Kevin Ledo and Paola Delfin in Miami, USA (2018)

    Case Ma’Claim in Berlin, Germany (2018)

    Ernest Zacharevic in Dubai, UAE (2016)

    Lonac in Florida, USA (2016)

    Joe Iurato x Rubin in New York, USA (2014)

    Pilpeled in Venice Beach, Los Angeles (2019)

    Fintan Magee in Brisbane, Australia (2014)

    Telmo Miel in Versailles, France (2019)

    Seth Globepainter in Paris, France (2015)

    Millo in Ukraine (2018) More

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    Mr. Brainwash Pop-Up! “We’re In This Together” @ Taglialatella Galleries Toronto 10/01/20 – 12/31/20

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    Canadian born, Toronto & Brooklyn based photographer, Matthew A. Eller has built a name for himself through his street art photos and in-studio visit photo-shoots/interviews; Ron English, Buff Monster, Dain just to name a few.Not only an artist in his own right, he’s an intellectual property attorney. Representing an array of who’s who of Brooklyn street artists.www.facebook.com/ellerlawfirm instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elleresqphoto/ Twitter: @ellerlawfirm More

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    Parees Festival in Oviedo, Spain

    Four artists, all of them from Spain, have taken part in this edition, creating artworks inspired by local themes through one of the main signs of identity of the event: the participatory processes. Coordinated by Raposu Roxu, this way of working implies the neighbours in the creative process of the walls, getting artists and citizens in touch. The result is that a lot of locals feel the pieces as their own.
    Manolo Mesa has created a mural playing homage to the abandoned crockery factory of San Claudio in a hot spot of Oviedo. Parees team launched an open call on social media asking the locals to take pics of their San Claudio pieces (plates, teapots, trays, cups…) while telling the stories behind those collections. The artist visited some of those neighbours’ houses for meeting them first hand and shooting some pics of the pottery compositions.

    Mural by Manolo Mesa

    Harsa Pati, Arantxa Recio’s artistic nickname, turned into an artwork a traditional fairy tale from Asturias which was discovered to her by local writer and storyteller Milio’l del Nido. The 50 metres long wall of the Germán Fernández Ramos Public School was the canvas of a drawn fable about false appearances where nothing is what it really looks like.

    Mural by Harsa Pati

    Lidia Cao has dedicated her wall to the local writer Dolores Medio. Lidia’s piece combines the literary work of Dolores as well as her condition as a woman ahead of her time, vindicating gender equality at the same time that was a victim of the censorship of those years. The winner of the 1952 Nadal Award is presented taking a seat in front of her typewriter with 2 observing vultures behind her back. Cosme Marina, chairman of Dolores Medio Foundation, informed to Lidia about several facts of the now beloved and respected author.

    Mural by Lidia Cao

    Last but not least, local artist Manu García painted his first ever outdoor wall at El Milán College Campus. The piece is a tribute to ‘fiestas de prao’, a form of very popular local summer parties. ‘El Nolas’ investigation included visits to the photographic archives of Asturias as well as his own personal memories from his hometown.

    Mural bu Manu Garcia

    The feedback from Oviedo’s citizens has been the most enthusiastic one in the four editions of Parees. There were tons of neighbours congratulating the artists for their work, saying nothing but good words and sending pretty good vibes about the whole thing. The Festival, which has become a true sign of identity for Oviedo, has created a beautiful mixture of art and history on the city walls. More

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    KAI & SUNNY – THE GREAT CURVE

    Corey Helford Gallery are pleased to present The Great Curve, a mini solo exhibition of new work by Kai & Sunny…

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    This new body of work by the UK-based duo consists of 6 new pieces. The series showcases their uniquely distinguishable compositions of large circle acrylic paintings on linen and archival ballpoint pen works on paper.

    The Great Curve inspired by the force and energy found within nature explores the relationship between line and color, shifting through dynamic color changes.
    The lines in the works push and pull each other as if caught in a state of flux, creating infinite movement and naturalistic rhythm appearing both serene and ominous at the same time.
    The process is a methodical building of thin intricate lines upon each other.

    The lines can change your perception of the shape while the foreground and background invite you to float in-between the two.
    In conjunction with the exhibition, Kai & Sunny will release a limited edition 8 color silkscreen on 03/10/2020 @ 9am PST (5pm GMT) from:
    www.kaiandsunny.com

    ABOUT THE ARTISTS
    Kai & Sunny (born 1975 and 1977, respectively) are a UK based artist duo. They both graduated from the Epsom School of Art in Surrey, United Kingdom with degrees in Art and Design. They have collaborated with author David Mitchell, designer Alexander McQueen, artist Shepard Fairey and have won numerous accolades, including a 2012 D&AD Design Award and a 2015 LIA award. Works by Kai & Sunny have been exhibited internationally at institutions such as Haunch of Venison and are included in the Victoria & Albert Museum Print Archive Collection.

    Gallery 1 artists: Kai and Sunny, Hikari Shimoda, Ian Francis, Miss Handiedan
    @kaiandsunny
    @coreyhelfordgallery

    Corey Helford Gallery
    571 S Anderson St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
    (310) 287 – 2340
    October 3rd – November 7th – 2020
    Appointment only for private view due to Covid-19
    Virtual opening on IG live with Kai and Sunny – 03/10/20 – 1.25pm PST – 9.25pm GMT
    Virtual tour – available soon! More

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    Hopare in Puteaux and Strasbourg, France

    Paris-based artist Alexandre Monteiro aka Hopare just worked on new murals in Puteaux and Strasbourg, France. Hopare’s creations are all designed out of a perfect geometry, in a graphic style that borders but is not full-on abstraction. Often featuring faces at the core of his works, the artist utilizes variations of straight lines going from parallel to interlaced ones.

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    Hopare’s work is a unique universe of modernity, speed, movement and characteristic visuals that immerse the viewer in a contrasting world of colorful walls and gray streets.

    “Contemporary Reinterpretation of Tradition” by Hopare

    The carpet was a medium of meeting, exchange, and sharing, becoming a border space, and offering a fresh look at ancestral tradition. Through this new wall, I wanted to reconnect with the Berber carpet tradition, where the woman tells part of her story through the carpet she weaves” Hopare said.

    His next mural features a version the of the Virgin and Child imagery that was created for the 10th edition of the Street Art festival in Ville de Puteaux. The towering mural is located at the esplanade of the Puteaux town hall. More