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      “Cherry Mouse” by Bordalo II in Lisboa, Portugal

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      Portuguese artist Artur Bordalo, known as Bordalo II, is renowned for his transformative street art creations. His latest work, the Cherry Mouse, unveiled at the Cor de Chelas Festival  festival, is a testament to his unique approach to art. Situated in Lisbon’s Estrada de Chelas neighborhood, the installation breathes new life into the urban landscape, bringing color and creativity to the community.Born in Lisbon in 1987, Bordalo II’s artistic journey began at an early age, inspired by his grandfather’s passion for painting. Drawing from his background in painting and sculpture, Bordalo II developed his signature style of creating sculptures from discarded materials found throughout the city. The Cherry Mouse exemplifies his commitment to using art as a platform for social and environmental commentary.Using street garbage such as scrap metal and plastic items, Bordalo II meticulously constructs intricate animal sculptures that serve as poignant reminders of the environmental impact of consumerism and pollution. Through his installations, Bordalo II seeks to raise awareness about the urgent need for sustainability, inviting viewers to reflect on their relationship with the natural world. As Bordalo II continues to push boundaries with his “trash art,” his work serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative potential of art in addressing pressing environmental issues. More

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      “LA JOTA” Urban Postcards G085 by Giulio Vesprini in Zaragoza, Spain

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      Renowned street artist Giulio Vesprini has recently unveiled a captivating mural as part of the Asalto Festival in Zaragoza. Nestled in the enchanting “La Jota” neighborhood, this masterpiece finds its canvas amidst a place rich in history and architectural charm. La Jota, with its roots dating back to an ambitious 1947 housing project, was envisioned as a garden city, where modest-sized homes would be complemented by communal gardens or orchards.The visionary project aimed to provide affordable housing for local workers, with meticulous planning by architects José Beltrán and Fausto García Marco. The neighborhood’s name pays homage to the construction company, “Obras y Construcciones Damán,” situated on Avenida Castaluña.Giulio Vesprini’s contribution to this historic locale transcends traditional boundaries, adding a contemporary layer to La Jota’s narrative. Through vibrant strokes and imaginative design, the mural not only revitalizes the neighborhood’s aesthetic but also serves as a tribute to the visionary spirit of its post-war architects. As spectators traverse the streets of La Jota, they are greeted by a visual feast that seamlessly intertwines the old and the new, a testament to the enduring impact of art on community and urban landscapes. The Asalto Festival has once again become a platform for artistic expression, bringing together history, architecture, and modern creativity in the heart of Zaragoza.Photo credit: Marcos Cebrian More

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      Artist Retrospective: Tristan Eaton

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      In the vibrant tapestry of contemporary street art, Tristan Eaton stands as a luminary, celebrated for his awe-inspiring large-scale murals that grace urban landscapes worldwide. Born in Hollywood in 1978 and seasoned by a nomadic upbringing, Eaton’s journey from London to Detroit and finally to the bustling streets of New York at the age of 20 has indelibly shaped his artistic narrative. Eaton’s canvas, expansive city walls, bears witness to a synthesis of techniques, materials, and ideas – a harmonious marriage of the traditional and the avant-garde.Pow! Wow! Long Beach Festival, 2015Eaton’s artistic roots delve deep into the rebellious spirit of graffiti culture, evident in the freehand execution of his sprawling murals. From billboards to dumpsters, his troubled teenage years marked the canvas of the urban environment. Art, for Eaton, became a transformative force, steering him away from a tumultuous path. His journey led him to the world of designer toys, where, at the age of 18, he designed his first toy for Fisher Price, laying the foundation for his iconic status in the designer toy realm.Beyond the realm of street art, Eaton’s influence extends into the commercial world, consulting with global brands like Hasbro, Pepsi, and Nike. His role as a creative leader is further exemplified by his contribution to the renowned Dunny figure, a 3-inch tall Roto-Cast Soft Vinyl creation. Eaton’s artistic vision transcends geographical boundaries, with his murals adorning cityscapes not only across the USA but also in France, Denmark, Germany, Sweden, and Mexico.Explore further below to see a curated collection featuring Tristan Eaton’s most exceptional works.Dallas, Texas, 2021Having taken on a sizable project, Tristan utilized an expansive 8,500 square foot canvas to paint a mural concept that paid homage to Deep Ellum’s roots and future. The inspiration behind this empowering mural was drawn from Dallas’ first Black architect, William Sidney, the dynamic music scene, the native fashion icon Jerry Hall, and the distinctive Texas armadillo. Tristan’s vision, inspired by these diverse elements, created a mural that honored the rich cultural history of Deep Ellum, capturing both its historical legacy and forward-looking spirit.New York, USA, 2020Collaborating with Montefiore Health System and Alto NY, artist Tristan Eaton crafted an iconic masterpiece commemorating the heroic endeavors of nurses and medical staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. This striking tribute extends to healthcare workers globally. For those in the vicinity, the expansive mural can be found in Manhattan at 34th Street and 8th Avenue, serving as a testament visible to all in New York and beyond.Manhattan, New York, 2018In the mural above, Tristan Eaton made a return to NYC, leaving his mark on the iconic Bowery Wall in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Joining the ranks of esteemed street artists like Keith Haring, Banksy, and Shepard Fairey, Tristan, known for his striking collage style, seamlessly blended a vast color palette paying homage to NYC influences such as Haze and Seen. The mural, titled “Intermission,” captures the essence of Eaton’s artistry. Witness Tristan in action and marvel at the jaw-dropping final piece in the photos below.Detroit, Michigan, 2014In this project, Tristan Eaton was in Detroit, Michigan, having received an invitation from the Library Street Collective Gallery to create a new mural. Titled “Crime Fighter,” the American street artist swiftly crafted his trademark patchwork masterpiece, drawing inspiration from a 1960s portrait of his mother.New York City, 2015Eaton also actively participates in numerous festivals, both locally and internationally. In 2015, he immersed himself in Sweden for the 2015 installment of the No Limit Boras Street Art Festival. Taking to the streets of Boras, the Los Angeles-based artist efficiently brought to life this stunning new piece titled “Out Of Sight.” True to his style, Tristan crafted his signature patchwork imagery, incorporating a myriad of diverse images and intricate details.Last 2016, Our coverage of POW! WOW! Hawaii included Tristan Eaton. Titled “Aloha Dreamland,” the painting showcased Eaton’s distinctive patchwork style, with a subject matter rooted in the local context this time. The piece draws inspiration from the romantic allure that Hawaii holds for people, embodying a vortex of love and enchantment.Tristan Eaton’s prominence in contemporary street art is marked by expansive murals gracing global urban landscapes. Beyond street art, Eaton collaborates with global brands and leaves an indelible mark on cityscapes worldwide.Check out our #Tristan Eaton page for more stunning works from talented muralist! More

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      “Graffiti Art in Prison” by Martha Cooper & David Mesguich in Florence, Italy

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      In the early days of 2021, a personal encounter with the prison system opened doors to a unique opportunity. Gabriella Cianciolo, a professor at the University of Cologne, extended an invitation to become a speaker in the interdisciplinary “Graffiti Art in Prison” project, aptly named GAP. Eagerly embracing the chance, our protagonist proposed taking the initiative a step further by organizing a workshop within the confines of Florence Sollicciano jail.Sollicciano prison, like many correctional facilities worldwide, exists in a shadowy space on the periphery between two municipalities – Florence and Scandicci. Isolated from the city, it becomes a place forgotten, much like those left behind its imposing walls. During this period, a serendipitous encounter with the renowned New York-based photographer Martha Cooper occurred in a train yard while our protagonist was engaged in graffiti work. seizing the opportunity, Martha was invited to document the entire transformative process within the jail from 2022 to 2023.Our idea was to place art at the center of a dialogue between the past and the present, between often-forgotten individuals and the possibilities of redemption through artistic expression, says David Mesguich.An intriguing aspect of the project is the involvement not only of inmates but also of prison guards. Thus, the project becomes a true social experiment that aimed to break down mental and cultural barriers.We saw surprising human connections emerge between guards and inmatesduring an experience that transcended simple artistic creation, says a representative from the prison administration involved in the project.Teaming up with Martha for an entire year, the project aimed to fulfill promises made to the participants. In collaboration with workshop attendees, 3D scans of volunteer inmates were created, with the intention of using these scans for later sculpting. Surprisingly, a respectful relationship between some guards and inmates emerged, leading to the inclusion of a few guards in the scanning process. After extensive negotiations with jail authorities, permission was granted to create two large-scale installations on the jail fence at different times during the year.Choosing to portray the two most discreet participants – a police woman and an inmate – without disclosing their identities, our protagonist highlighted the shared humanity within this unusual place. Despite relentless attempts by the jail’s police commander to thwart the installations, the team persevered, successfully setting them up on time. The second phase involved the creation of murals – three by inmates with complete artistic freedom, followed by nine more by our protagonist. The murals featured portraits and sentences from both guards and inmates, deliberately obscured to challenge preconceptions.This immersive journey unfolded as a beautiful human adventure, marked by workshops and murals conducted by Martha, inmates, and students from the GAP project. The enclosed photographs by Martha Cooper serve as the sole remnants of this monumental yet ephemeral project. Their significance lies in being witnesses to a moment when fences were crossed, and differences were temporarily erased – a testament to the power of art to transcend boundaries and create connections in unexpected placesCheck out below for more photos of the project. Photo Credits: Martha Cooper, David Mesguich More

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      Saype in Hatay, Turkey

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      Saype has gained international recognition for his massive, environmentally conscious art installations that transcend the boundaries of traditional street art. His approach to art is never about ego or self-promotion, instead, he aimed to use his art as a means to convey messages of unity, peace, and sustainability. He describes his work as a “positive gesture” that aims to inspire and bring people together. Here’s the latest giant eco responsible landart painting from the “Beyond Walls” project in Hatay, Turkey. Created into Defne (750m2) this artwork was created using natural pigments made out of charcoal and chalk. This global project aims to links more than 30 cities over the world to promote messages of togetherness.What sets Saype apart is his commitment to eco-friendly materials. Instead of using harmful paints and chemicals, he opts for biodegradable, eco-friendly paints made from natural pigments, water, and milk proteins. This dedication to sustainability aligns perfectly with his message of environmental responsibility and respect for nature. Saype’s art has not only captivated the art world but has also garnered the attention of people from all walks of life. His messages of unity and sustainability have struck a chord with audiences worldwide. His massive art installations have graced locations from the Eiffel Tower in Paris to the peaks of the Swiss Alps, from the Egyptian pyramids to the shores of Lake Geneva. His massive, eco-friendly art installations not only awe viewers with their sheer scale but also inspire them with meaningful messages of unity, diversity, and environmental responsibility. Take a look at more images below and check back with us soon for more updates. More

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       Avant Arte x Barry McGee: New Time-Limited Print Editions

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      Avant Arte, the curated marketplace that makes discovering and owning art radically more accessible, announces its first collaboration with renowned artist Barry McGee. Together, they will release McGee’s first ever time-limited print edition, Untitled, 2023 that will be available to all for €600.00/ approx. $635.00 on avantarte.com from 3:00pm GMT/ 10:00am ET on 9 November 2023.Untitled, 2023 is a UV pigment print with fluorescent pink and highlight silkscreen layersmade by Avant Arte’s master printmakers in London. The work taps into McGee’s long-held interest in printmaking that started with experiments in linoleum block and lithograph printing in community college and went on to become his major at the San Francisco Art Institute where he was awarded a BFA in Printmaking and Painting. Throughout the 1990s, McGee worked in a local letterpress shop in San Francisco where he learned to refine his printing techniques on Mid-Century presses.Untitled, 2023, is based on an original painting by McGee that was montaged together with numerous images and patterns, familiar in his work – the “Everyman” heads, geometric patterns and “DFW” and “IFF” letters.Barry McGee was one of the pioneers of the Mission School movement, an urban-realist art movement that came out of San Francisco in the 1990s-2000s. His artistic career spans his early life as a graffiti writer on the the streets of San Francisco and is also known by his tag, TWIST through to his current studio-based practice in Bay Area, California. His work incorporates drawings, paintings and mixed-media installations and has been exhibited at the Venice Biennale and leading art institutions including MoMA, SFMoMA, Walker Art Center and Fondazione Prada.Barry McGee, artist, said: “I like the immediacy of prints and the process of intaglio and silkscreening really captured my imagination. This will be the first print with the time released approach, and hand finished touches. The piece was originally a painting that was montaged together with numerous images and patterns that I’ve been working with over the last year.The letters have become matras of some sort, rather than specific crews, even if they have started that way. The Everyman heads are just that…very pedestrian and become placeholders or punctuation of some sort within the composition of the work. The geometric patterns are areas to rest the eye and contemplate the images presented to the viewer. I hope people enjoy the chance to have one of my works in their home. ” Christian Luiten, Co-founder and Head of Artist Community, Avant Arte, said:“We arehonoured to be working with Barry to create his first ever time-limited print edition. Barry has been a hero of mine from the early days of Avant Arte and I’ve always wanted to work together to bring his work to our community. I visit artists in their studios all the time and they often tell me it is Barry who inspired them either directly or through his work that they could be an artist. He crosses all of the traditional boundaries of the art world, traversing the streets of San Francisco with his tagging alongside exhibiting his work at the Venice Biennale and MoMA. This collaboration has grown out a friendship over time and I’m so proud that Avant Arte is able to be a platform to make Barry’s work accessible to an even greater audience.”The collaboration marks McGee’s first ever time-limited print edition and is offered as part of Avant Arte’s ongoing time-limited edition programme which aims to open up access for art lovers and collectors to acquire the work of leading contemporary artists in a more accessible format. Since commencing the programme in 2021, Avant Arte has supported over 8,000 collectors to acquire art for the first time. Artists from the programme include Ai Weiwei, José Parlá, Nina Chanel Abney, Javier Calleja, Paul Insect, and Parra.To mark this rare occasion and in another first for the artist, McGee will also have an accompanying hand-finished print edition available to collectors during the same 24 hour window. Untitled (Hand-finished), 2023, each print from the edition has been hand-finished by McGeewith a mix of spray paint and gouache. Each of these works will be individually hand-finished by McGee and will cost €3500.00/ $3690.00 inclusive of shipping. From 2 November to 10 November, Untitled, 2023, will also be displayed at locations chosen by Barry McGee around the world including: CLASSIC (Paris), Scooters For Peace (Tokyo), and OALLERY (Amsterdam). Each location has a special resonance with Barry and offers fans the chance to see this new work in real life with a special surprise for any fans that go down to the locations whilst the works are on display.Follow Avant Arte on social media for the latest news and behind-the-scenes insights.About Barry McGeeBarry McGee received his BFA in painting and printmaking from the San Francisco Art Institute and was associated with the Mission School, a movement primarily influenced by urban realism, graffiti, and American folk art, with a focus on social activism. McGee’s works constitute candid and insightful observations of modern society, and his aim of actively contributing to marginalised communities has remained the same throughout his career, from his days as “Twist” (his graffiti moniker) to his current work as a global artist.Whether it be consumerism or social stratification, McGee has given voice to his concerns through his art, taking on different personas, such as Ray Fong, Lydia Fong, P.Kin, Ray Virgil, and B. Vernon. His trademark motif, a male caricature with droopy eyes, references his empathy for those who identify the streets as their home. His conglomeration of experiences has led McGee to create a unique visual language consisting of geometric patterns, recurring symbols, and the use of the “cluster method,” while experimenting with various unconventional media, including glass bottles and other found objects. His recent large-scale murals and his meticulous archive of paintings and drawings examine the notion of public versus private space and the accessibility of art.About Avant ArteAvant Arte is a curated marketplace that makes discovering and owning art radically more accessible for a new generation. From Nina Chanel Abney and Ai Weiwei to Jenny Holzer and FUTURA, Avant Arte collaborates with leading contemporary artists to create limited edition works, from sculpture editions and NFTs to works on paper and hand-finished screenprints.By connecting artists and art lovers, they are building a growing global community of over 3 million people that is open to everyone. Avant Arte was founded by Curtis Penning, Christian Luiten and Mazdak Sanii.Image courtesy of Avant Arte. More

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      New Mural by PichiAvo in Bayonne, France

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      In the city of Bayonne, PichiAvo, the renowned Spanish artistic duo, has once again graced the urban landscape with their latest work of art. This captivating mural, presented as part of the Points de Vue Street Art Festival, pays a heartfelt tribute to Glaucus, the Greek sea god. The mural seamlessly intertwines with Bayonne’s profound connection to water, creating a visual spectacle that encapsulates the city’s spirit.Bayonne, strategically positioned at the confluence of the Adour River and the mighty Atlantic Ocean, has a long history intertwined with the elemental force of water. The city’s development and character have been significantly influenced by its relationship with these aquatic surroundings.The mural is unveiled as part of the Points de Vue urban art festival, a cultural celebration born in 2017. This festival is the result of collaborative efforts between the Basque Country Urban Community, the Bayonne town hall, and the KAXU gallery. Points de Vue stands as a testament to Bayonne’scommitment to urban art and culture.This event is not just a festival; it’s an open-air gallery that extends its reach beyond Bayonne, encompassing the entire region. Attendees can explore the city’s streets, gazing upon monumental frescoes that adorn the walls or embark on a treasure hunt for hidden artistic gems, further emphasizingthe synergy between art and the urban environment.PichiAvo’s tribute to Glaucus, the deity of the sea, beautifully exemplifies this artistic fusion, as the mural not only pays homage to Greek mythology but also resonates with the city’s intrinsic connection to water. It’s a vivid testament to the timeless interplay between nature, art, and culture. The Points de Vue Street Art Festival has created a vibrant platform for such expressions, ensuring that Bayonne continues to be a canvas for artistic inspiration and an ode to the ever present element of water that has shaped its unique character. More

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      “Loops” by SpY in Switzerland

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      SpY unveils “Loops”, a large-scale kinetic installation commissioned for the atrium of the largest hospital in Switzerland.Both engaging and soothing, “Loops” presents a new paradigm for site-specific installations in the re-envisioning of hospitals as more humane environments. The production of the artwork spanned over two years and involved the development of bespoke equipment by world-leading engineers.How can art have a positive effect on patients, and help nurture them emotionally within a hospital? Fulfilling these needs has been the goal of this highly specialised project “Loops” is permanently installed at the atrium of the brand-new Anna-Seiler-Haus, the main building of Inselspital in Bern, one of the largest and most advanced hospitals in Switzerland.The shape of the piece shifts constantly as its elements draw their ethereal movements across the atrium space and arrange themselves in a myriad combinations.The five floors around the hospital atrium allow for a wide range of different points of view upon the piece. As the viewer moves and the sculpture shifts, the resulting visual readings multiply infinitely. In the blink of an eye, a new artwork is discovered.The piece is programmed in different modes, in which the choreographies adapt to the changing dynamics within the hospital. The rings re-arrange themselves together in the middle of the atrium space every hour, with one or more of the 24 rings remaining lit up to indicate the time. During the night the sculpture enters a ‘calm’ mode, staying in the middle of the atrium and displaying only some slight movements. The kinetic dimension of the piece is designed to surprise, but also to allow for a comfortable co-habitation with those who stay longer at the hospital – both patients and workers.The precise movements of the sculpture are produced by 24 sophisticated motors working in unison. The devices have been designed, developed and tested specifically for “Loops” by the world-leading engineering firm MKT at its facilities in Munich.Check out for more photos of the installation below. More