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CBLOXX Mural for LOOK UP Portsmouth Captures the City’s Heart and Represents its Strong Maritime Identity, 2023

September 19, 2023

Portsmouth is a city that has deep roots in maritime history, and it is known for its rich cultural heritage that attracts visitors from all over the world. The city is home to some of the most famous ships in the world, such as the HMS Victory, Mary Rose, and HMS Warrior. These vessels are […]

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Mister Samo: Spreading Love through Street Art for LOOK UP Portsmouth, 2023

September 16, 2023

Mister Samo is a Portsmouth-based trans street artist, public speaker, tattooist and activist and has an unwavering focus on intersectional gender identity and community. He has been painting since 2013, working in spray paint and acrylics; his passion for spreading the message of acceptance through powerful visual communication and acts of love and kindness is […]

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The LOOK UP Portsmouth Street Art Festival: A Spectacular Display of Creativity and Talent, 2023

September 16, 2023

The LOOK UP Portsmouth Street Art Festival, curated by world-renowned local artist My Dog Sighs in Portsmouth, has just wrapped up a spectacular event! The creativity and talent of nearly one hundred local and international street artists were on full display, and they did not disappoint. The festival’s headliners included prominent artists such as The […]

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“ALL OF US!” – Saype’s Artistic Tribute to the Broken Chair Campaign against Explosive Weapons, Geneva 2023

September 15, 2023

Handicap International has invited the renowned artist Saype to participate in an artistic project that involves the creation of a large fresco on the Place des Nations, home of the United Nations Office at Geneva, located in Geneva, Switzerland. Handicap International is the leading NGO in the field of comprehensive assistance to people with disabilities in the humanitarian […]

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Fontainebleau Invaded: The Mosaic Art of Street Artist Invader Takes Over the Historic Town. Image © Invader

Fontainebleau Invaded: The Mosaic Art of Street Artist Invader Takes Over the Historic Town, 2023

September 15, 2023

French artist Invader has installed new mosaics in the Fontainebleau forest area in Seine-et-Marne; this is the 7th wave of the invasion of Fontainebleau with 28 new pieces. The artist was drawn to the region because of the beauty of its landscapes, which contrasted with his usual urban interventions. Fontainebleau has a rich history that […]

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Hera’s Mural at Priory School: Inspiring Game Changers to Go Beyond the Given Rules, LOOK UP Portsmouth 2023

September 10, 2023

Talented Hera of HERAKUT is recognised worldwide for her amazing style that explores many fictional worlds and characters. Her creations are full of emotional depth and a strong emphasis on storytelling, highlighted by the captivating expressions in her subjects’ eyes. Hera’s artwork often features humans with animals, which is a signature element of her work. […]

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“Finding Home Within Yourself” – The Captivating Mural by Hayley Welsh for LOOK UP Portsmouth, 2023

September 10, 2023

As a notable figure in the street art community, British artist Hayley Welsh has made a name for herself with her surreal and imaginative artwork. Her creations depict charming and fluffy creatures with wide-eyed gazes, yet they also carry an underlying sense of darkness. Her mural for LOOK UP Portsmouth honoured the city’s vibrant street […]

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Phlegm’s Finished Mural for LOOK UP Portsmouth Street Art Festival, 2023

September 5, 2023

Cartoonist and illustrator Phlegm is making a splash in Portsmouth with his monstrous wall painting for the LOOK UP Portsmouth Street art festival 9th-10th September. Renowned for his self-published comics and books, as well as his creative street art worldwide, Phlegm’s latest exhibition, the exceptional ‘Mausoleum of the Giants’ in Sheffield, was a testament to […]

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Look Out for the First ‘Look Up’ Street Art Festival, Portsmouth 2023

September 5, 2023

Look out for Look Up Festival- Portsmouth witnesses art in the making as the city prepares for the Look Up Street Art Festival on the 9th and 10th of September 2023. Eagle-eyed Portsmouth residents and visitors can spot live creation of spectacular large-scale artworks this week as the city prepares for its first-ever Look Up […]

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Street Artist Kevin Ledo and the Ladies of Girls Inc. paint Climate Activist DeeDee to Empower Change, 2023

September 1, 2023

AptART (Awareness & Prevention Through Art) is back with a brand new mural dedicated to creating awareness and conversations about climate change. For their latest project, Aptart worked with Montreal-based street artist Kevin Ledo, known for his worldwide portrait murals. Inspired by the beauty and diversity of the human experience, Ledo’s art celebrates the unique spirit of […]

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Street Artist Manolo Mesa for ‘Out in the Open’ 10-year Anniversary, Aalborg 2023

August 31, 2023

The city of Aalborg, in Denmark, has become an open-air art gallery thanks to the long-running ‘Out in the Open ’ mural project, curated by Kirk gallery. This year, they are celebrating its 10th anniversary! Murals from Wes21 & Onur, Guido Van Helten, Conor Harrington, Faith 47, Sepe & Tone, Bezt, Herakut, David Walker, Seth, Vhils, Telmo Miel, Oliver Vernon, […]

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