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      “Space Tourism” by Ludo in Paris, France

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      Parisian artist Ludo has finished another installation in Paris, France. Entitled “Space Tourism” the mural shows different brands, Amazon / Space X / Virgin, evading the moon. The mural also features a scene from Georges Méliès‘s 1902 film A Trip to the Moon, which is a very fitting imagery to people’s obsession with scientific discovery, explorations, and expeditions to the furthest reaches of the planet.The work of Ludo, often called ‘Nature’s Revenge’, connects the world of plants and animals with our technological universe and a quest for modernism. It speaks about what surrounds us, what affects us and tries to highlight some kind of humility.Ludo’s work aspires to jolt us out of a longstanding collective denial: despite repeated natural disasters, we refuse to acknowledge our own fragile state. Humanity’s reign on this planet is a dangerous and fleeting illusion.Check out more photos of “Space Tourism” below. More

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      Vanguard – Bristol Street Art: The Evolution of a Global Movement

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      Vanguard in partnership with Vans presents Bristol Street Art: The Evolution of a Global Movement – an exhibition exploring the instrumental role of Bristol’s creatives in the development of British Street Art, from the 1980s to the present day. The seminal works, notable moments, key events and extraordinary artists belonging to Bristol’s dynamic history are highlighted in this comprehensive and compelling exhibition, which examines the creative response of the city’s pioneering underground scene throughout the UK’s turbulent social and political history and considers the drive for social change underpinning the work of many of today’s street artists. From anarchist origins in the ‘80s and ‘90s through to the explosion of the scene in the early ‘00s, the exhibition brings together one of the largest collections of original works and memorabilia ever seen in the UK. Beyond Bristol, Vanguard explores the evolving disciplines of British and Irish artists moving from the street art conversation to bridge contemporary fields by fusing traditional techniques with new technologies. The exhibition also reflects on how a new generation of global creatives are advocating for social and environmental awareness through art on the streets. From bronze sculptures to immersive displays, Vanguard reveals a host of new original pieces, as well as rare and unseen works, including bespoke edits from the iconic filmmakers and photographers who documented the unfolding scene. As part of the exhibition, Vanguard will also launch a series of exclusive releases from some of Bristol’s finest creatives, including: 
      An accompanying book featuring worldwide academics, film directors, writers, artists, creatives and specialists reflecting the evolving momentum of the movement 
      An exclusive album featuring some of the tracks which formed the roots of the world-famous Bristol Sound 
      Artist led merchandise from various artists featured in the exhibition Outside of the exhibition, Vanguard has partnered with Vans to launch an exciting city-wide, community-based outreach programme running throughout the duration, aligning with the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The outreach programme hopes to promote discussion and participation at the intersection of culture and sustainable action and will include art activations, workshops, panels and film screenings. Exhibition Highlights New and unique works by Bristolian, British and international artists include: 
      New and original works from Adam Neate, Andy Council, Antony Micallef, Bill Posters, China Mike, Conor Harrington, Dale VMN Collins (formerly known as Dale Marshall), Dicy, Eko, Feek, Filthy Luker, Inkie, Lucas Price, Lucy McLauchlan, Matt Small, Mau Mau, Mr Jago, Paris, Rowdy, Sickboy, Swoon, Will Barras and Xenz 
      A life-size bronze sculpture of an old favourite from Nick Walker 
      Kineta Hill and Karen Dew’s photographic projections, Watching Paint Dry, female documenters of Bristol’s scene 
      Iconic photographs of the 80s from Beezer 
      A bespoke five-minute edit of the film Wild Style by Charlie Ahearn 
      A bespoke seven-minute film by Scottish filmmaker Doug Gillen of Fifth Wall TV with an original score by drum and bass producer and DJ Krust 
      Matthew Smith’s rare images of the 90s – the time of rave and the Criminal Justice Bill 
      Carrie Hitchcock and Yan Saunders’ unseen photographic archive 
      Legendary photographer Henry Chalfant’s unseen photographs of his time in Bristol for Spraycan Art Further details on the Vanguard book, album, outreach events and artist releases will be released shortly. Vanguard | Bristol Street Art: The Evolution of a Global Movement M Shed, Bristol, BS1 4RN Saturday 26 June 2021 – Sunday 31 October 2021 Admission £8 adult* / £7 concession* (*Tickets include £1 voluntary donation to Bristol Museums www.www.instagram.com/vanguardstreetartwww.vanguardstreetart.com More

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      “Data Bees” by Ludo in Paris, France

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      Street artist Ludo is back with a new series of murals in the streets of Paris. His new murals features his iconic “Data Bees” which are decked with protective gas masks and cyber parts.Ludo is known for his hybrid plant-insect-machinery motif. He is often called ‘Nature’s Revenge’ as he connects the world of plants and animals with our technological universe and a quest for modernism. It speaks about what surrounds us, what affects us and tries to highlight some kind of humility.Drawn with the precision of botanical illustrations, Ludo’s new order of hybrid organisms is both elegant and fierce. Armoured vehicles spawn stag beetle horns; carnivorous plants bare rows of hunting-knife teeth; bees hover, hidden behind gas masks and goggles; automatic weapons crown the head of sunflowers; human skulls cluster together like grapes.Ludo’s work aspires to jolt us out of a longstanding collective denial: despite repeated natural disasters, we refuse to acknowledge our own fragile state.Scroll down below to see more photos of “Data Bees” More

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      “INTEMPERIE” by David de la Mano in Paris, France

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      On the occasion of his second solo exhibition in Paris, David de la Mano has recently painted a mural on the facade of Galerie Itinerrance. The exhibition “Intemperie” is currently on view at Galerie Itinerrance until the 30th of June.Spanish painter and sculptor David de la Mano has adorned the world’s streets with monochromatic, outsized murals exploring the relationships that humans have with each other, as well as their wider environment. The artist experiments with different techniques among which acrylics, watercolours, ink and collage.His large-scale, black and white pieces provoke reactions among the viewers and encourage their emotions and ideas through a minimalist aesthetic.David observes others and their social or anti-social behaviour, exploring every corner of social behaviour in his practice, using silhouettes of men, women, or the masses as narrative metaphors. Through these figures, he gives poetic visions of the human condition in society and the ways human perceive the world.Check out below for more photos of “INTEMPERIE” More

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      “BTC Flower Vs Elon” by Ludo in Paris, France

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      French street artist Ludo recently worked on a striking new piece in Paris. Entitled “BTC Flower Vs Elon”, this crypto-currency mural features Ludo’s iconic Bitcoin flower with a tombstone of billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk.We all know (even Elon) that Lithium-ion batteries are needed to make our electronic devices work, and the batteries use rare mineral cobalt. This is a very precious mineral, with over 60% of world production originating in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In this country and others, it is still estimated that some 40,000 children have to work in these mines to collect this mineral instead of going to school, playing or simply experiencing childhood.According to an Amnesty International report, children work for at least 12 hours a day without protective equipment in deep underground shafts around 10 metres long, which they have often dug themselves, putting their lives in danger. This is what we create to make sure our electric tools and hybrid vehicles are always fully charged.“BTC Flower Vs Elon” is available as a unique NFT original work on Foundation later this afternoon (May 19th, 6pm CET)Proceeds from the sale will be donated to Pure Earth. Pure Earth works in highly polluted locations in the developing world with the intent of mitigating human health risks from pollution. They identify toxic hot spots and teach communities how to improve soil, water and air quality with cost effective solutions. Thanks to productive interventions, Pure Earth aim to reduce the impacts of toxic pollution on local communities. More

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      “Lucky Buddy vs RIP Banking System” by Ludo in Paris, France

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      French street artist Ludo is back with a new mural in the streets of Paris. His new piece is entitled “Lucky Buddy vs RIP Banking System” which is an upgraded version of the piece Ludo made back in 2017.“Because these works are ephemeral, illegally put and painted in the streets, I’ll release soon the whole filmed process as a unique NFT, the ephemeral fixed in the Metaverse time.” Ludo mentioned.You may often see his work of art as an incredible sight. Most of his work primarily focuses on the combination of nature and human technology. More specifically, he prefers to emphasize on the way society takes nature for granted. Often, we disrespect and over-exploit it- leading human control into a vast destruction. His work focuses on our surroundings and effects all while providing a form of humility.His monochrome pieces are often identifiable through signature green accents, and their appearances across Europe and the United States serve as a consistent reminder of the artist’s charged statement.Check out below for more images of “Lucky Buddy vs RIP Banking System”. More

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      Stop Motion Sequence by Ludo in Paris, France

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      French artist Ludo is back with a new murals in Paris. Using oversized pasters and green paint, Ludo once again created a series of his hybrid creatures. On this stop motion sequence, it features Ludo’s favorite character together with his iconic skulls.

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      Through his work, Ludo aims to reveal the opposites that cohabit our world, often taking unlikely pairings to absurd lengths. These dualities are reconciled by the artist through the creation of hybrid organisms.
      He is based in Paris, but his work has been also seen in London, Berlin, New York, Chicago, Tokyo, Bangkok, Shanghai, Hong Kong and even in Vatican City.
      Take a look below for a few more images while we wait to hear more from Ludo in the coming weeks. More

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      “Still Life Studies” by Ludo in Paris, France

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      Street artist Ludo just recently shared with us his new series of mural on the streets of his hometown, Paris, France.

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      Ludo’s new “Still Life Studies” features his iconic skulls together with flowers on a Sanofi vase filled with pills, tulips bouquet in a Johnson&Johnson container, and many more brands related to supplying vaccines against  COVID-19.

      The work of Paris-based Ludo (Ludovic Vernhet) explores a world where biotechnological chimeras offer to merge plants and animals with our technological universe. Through his work, Ludo aims to reveal the opposites that cohabit our world, often taking unlikely pairings to absurd lengths. These dualities are reconciled by the artist through the creation of hybrid organisms.
      Check out below to see more of Ludo’s murals. More