Donna
Founder, Chief News Editor & Curatorial Lead Donna Haden is Co-Founder of GraffitiStreet, the contemporary urban art gallery and editorial platform she co-founded in 2014. Operating from its flagship gallery space in Chichester, West Sussex, GraffitiStreet works with collectors, institutions and artists internationally. Donna leads the gallery's curatorial and editorial voice — covering exhibitions, editions, artist features, public art and collector-focused content across GraffitiStreet News. Her writing is grounded in over a decade of direct artist relationships, first-hand gallery experience and a rigorous understanding of the international urban contemporary art market.
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April 24, 2024
Saype’s “La Grande Vague”: Thought-Provoking Land Art on Societal Norms and Consumer Choices
Saype‘s “La Grande Vague” is an impressive work of art that spans over 1,500 square meters and is located in El Ejido,…
April 19, 2024
Checkmate: How Nils Westergard’s Chess Mural Was Inspired by a Winning Move, Virginia
Nils Westergard is a Virginia-born street artist who has made a name for himself with his breathtaking murals across the state. Born…
April 18, 2024
The Power of Books and Art: A Tribute to Diversity and Freedom in Houston’s Latest Mural, Created by DFace
British street artist D*Face‘s latest mural on “Books & Freedom” in downtown Houston is a powerful tribute to the importance of books…
April 15, 2024
Interview with Nature the Artist: Redefining Art through Natural Phenomena
Tomás João, also known as ‘Nature the Artist’, started his artistic practice in 2016, exploring various mediums such as painting, photography, video,…
April 14, 2024
Purple Hibiscus: Unveiling Ibrahim Mahama’s Transformative Artwork at Barbican, London
Ibrahim Mahama’s latest masterpiece, “Purple Hibiscus,” has completely metamorphosed the Lakeside Terrace at the Barbican in London. It envelops the building’s brutalist…
April 13, 2024
Exploring Self Through Masks: Katie Green’s Community-Driven Public Art Project at the Crystal Ship Festival
Katie Green is a visual artist based in Calgary, Alberta, who uses various mediums to create transformative community experiences. Her watercolour personas…
April 12, 2024
Birds of No Nation: Shamsia Hassani’s Mural in Downtown Houston
Shamsia Hassani’s Birds of No Nation mural in Houston, Texas, reflects on migration, displacement, and humanity on the move. Created by Afghanistan’s…
April 11, 2024
The Crystal Ship ‘Carnival of Life’ Festival: Oostende’s Streets Inspired by Artist James Ensor
The streets of Oostende have become an open-air museum once again as the annual arts festival, The Crystal Ship, wraps up its…
April 3, 2024
‘Forget Me Not’ Mural by SNIK: A Reminder of Our Interconnectedness with Nature
SNIK’s latest mural, “Forget Me Not,” located in Hereford, beautifully symbolises our interconnectedness with nature and reminds us never to forget its…
April 2, 2024
Flashing Invader’s Latest Paris Invasion: The PA_1500 at the Centre Pompidou Building
French urban artist Invader has been using Paris as his playground since 1998. He considers the city an open-air gallery where he…
April 2, 2024
Welcome on Board the Invader Space Station: A Journey Through Space Invasions
Earth To Space Station, Do You Copy? Roger That, Earth! Welcome on Board Our recent visit to Paris was nothing short of…
April 1, 2024
Transforming Childhood Treasures into Art: The Kinder Toys Collection at the Invader Space Station Exhibition in Paris
The Invader Space Station exhibition by French artist Invader in Paris is a must-see for any art lover, especially those interested in…