The Saga Of A Wall
Of my ever increasing number of targeted photographic missions of covering events and places, Simhastha Kumbh of the holy city of Ujjain (india), was one. It took place in 2016 (every 12 years) on the banks of the sacred river Shipra, where devotees gathered for a holy dip that will, according to Hindu religious belief, …
A Genocide Unfolding in Myanmar
Exodus is the new photography book by the documentary photographer Erberto Zani. The book displays photographs of the arrival of thousands Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, their sufferings, and also their situation inside the camps of Balokhali and Thangkhali. Rohingya’s story is another genocide of our time, with minimal international actions to stop the violence. The Rohingya …
Aaron Li-Hill Paints a Stunning Mural in New Dehli
Canadian Artist Aaron Li-Hill was recently in New Delhi taking part of the ongoing street art project in the Lohdi Art District. Curated by St+art India, the mural discusses the global issue of climate change that is affecting both nations, his native Canada and the hosting nation India. The project was supported by Asian Paints and Canada In …
Hyuro Paints a Protest Mural in Support of La Punta Neighborhood resistance, Valencia (Spain)
The Spanish street-artist Hyuro recently finished a new mural as part of the “Recuperem La Punta, aturem la ZAL” a protest project in La Punta. The historic and traditional city is recognized for its orchards, and over the years its natural and social environment has been severely damaged by the unstoppable growth of the Port …
Milu Correch Mural in Berazategui Pays Tribute to Local Artist
For the recent Muro Urbano project in Buenos Aires, Argentina, last week Milu Correch completed “Conjuro Contra Inseguridades,“ (Winx Against Insecurities). Located in Berazategui, the new mural is Inspired by the work of César Bustillo, a famous painter and muralist who lived in the district. About the Mural Spanning vertically along a 30-meter-high wall, Correch …
My Dog Sighs Unveils A mural In Rome
British artist My Dog Sighs wrapped up his trip to Rome, leaving behind him 540 of his iconic eyes scattered on an old hospital wall in the Trastevere district. This mural kicked off the second edition of the Forgotten Project. About The Mural Titled “I still remember how it was before“, My Dog Sighs’ latest work was …
Banksy Unveils New Protest Mural in New York City
The world famous Banksy has returned to New York unexpectedly, with new pieces in Brooklyn and Manhattan. His latest work comes fives years after the anonymous street-artist did a one month residency in October 2013, putting up art projects around the city. On Wednesday, March 14th, he debuted a rat running on the inner circumference …
Aboriginal activists Honored with a mural by Matt Adnate
Renowned Australian street artist Matt Adnate was back in Shepparton (Victoria, Australia) to complete part 2 of the Shepparton Aboriginal Street Art Project depicting iconic Yorta Yorta women Aunty Margaret Tucker and Nanny Nora Charles who made their marks in the form of activism, government and midwifery. The first part of the project that was completed in 2017 …
Street artist Joachim’s debut London solo show ‘Born to Paint’, 2018
The last solo show of Belgian street artist Joachim saw him literally take over Huberty & Breyne Gallery in Brussels for his successful sell out show ‘Till Death Do Us ‘Art’, in 2017. Since then Joachim has been creatively working on a new body of works for his debut London solo show ‘Born to Paint’, …
COEXISITING IN COLOUR: Building Community Through Art In Schisto refugee camp
Greece is the gateway to Europe for most refugees crossing the Mediterranean in search of safety and with hope for a better life. Greece’s stressed economy and infrastructure has been inundated with those seeking asylum in Europe. While the Greek government wades through the bureaucracy of applications and documents, more people arrive daily on boats …
Writing on the Walls and Banksy’s Haight Street Rat
Would you rather go to see the work of internationally famous anonymous artist Banksy or work of local artists? The best answer is two-in-one. Writing On The Walls: Visual Literacy Through Street Art Culture exhibition is on view in the Jax Makerspace Gallery at the Jacksonville Main Library from Feb. 14 – April 14. The group show …
Axel Void & L.E.O. in St.Petersbourg, FL
“Harmony” is the title of the stunning mural Axel Void and L.E.O. painted in St. Petersburg (Florida) for the third edition of the SHINE festival which took place in October 2017. The concept of this wall is an attempt to understand human behavior and its relationship to power. About The Mural This mural is based on …