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Celebrating the Grand Opening of GraffitiStreet Gallery in Chichester, England

December 8, 2024

We are excited to announce the grand opening of our brand new gallery in Chichester , England. As we commemorate a successful decade of GraffitiStreet, we are delighted to unveil GraffitiStreet Gallery, housed within a meticulously restored Grade II listed Victorian building at 25a West Street, Chichester. This venue is a testament to our dedication […]

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Street Artist in the Spotlight – Stik

September 21, 2024

Street artists in the Spotlight! Here, we’ll dive into the vibrant world of murals and the talented urban artists behind them. Each post will introduce a unique artist, bringing their incredible work to the forefront while exploring their creative process, inspirations, and the stories that breathe life into their murals. Join us as we celebrate […]

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TOP 10 Highest Auction Results for STIK Artworks

April 24, 2023

Stik‘s story is an incredible tale of triumph over adversity. Despite starting as a homeless street artist, he never lost his passion for creating art. He developed his charming style of Stick figures made of 6 lines and two dots, reflecting his experiences and emotions. He continued painting on the streets of East London, facing […]

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Exploring the Intersection of Art and Investment: 10 Reasons to Invest in STIK

October 31, 2022

The world-renowned British street artist Stik has captured the attention of art enthusiasts worldwide with his fascinating journey from homelessness to a successful art career. His minimalist stick figures, composed of only six lines and two dots, are powerful vehicles of emotional expression, capable of communicating with audiences on a profound level. Despite its simplistic […]

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London Street Artist Stik Creates Sculpture ‘Atomic’ Honouring Soldiers Who Witnessed Nuclear Tests, 2022

October 24, 2022

A new sculpture by London street artist Stik has been displayed at the Royal Engineers Museum in Kent. The sculpture features a soldier turned away from the viewer, covering his face to protect himself from a nuclear blast. The sculpture was created by Stik, who spent a year working with veterans who had witnessed nuclear […]

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STIK, Street Art Mural, Avenue of the Immigrants, New York 2017. Photo credit @just_a_spectator

Ten Fascinating Facts About Stik: From Homelessness to Celebrated Artist

October 10, 2022

This blog post will explore ten fascinating facts about Stik and his impact on the art world and society. Stik’s journey from homelessness to celebrated artist has captivated the attention of many. His signature style of drawing stick figures has not only gained recognition from high-profile collectors but has also been used to support charitable […]

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The Meaning Behind Stik’s ‘Walk’ – Explained

October 8, 2022

Stik’s extraordinary journey is truly inspirational. Despite facing homelessness, Stik found solace in his art and developed a unique style that has become a beloved staple of the street art movement worldwide. Stik began drawing his iconic six-line, two-dot stick figures as a boy and continued to develop his style while sleeping rough and moving […]

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The Ochre Man by STIK, Clearwell Caves 2022

July 30, 2022

STIK has just painted a huge eight-metre (12ft) tall ‘Ochre Man’ at Clearwell caves deep beneath the Forest of Dean. The STIK Ochre Man is painted in ochre, a reddish earth pigment which has been mined there since the Middle stone age.  Clearwell Caves are amongst the earliest and last ochre mines in the British […]

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STIK ‘Holding Hands’ Marquette Raises £287,500 for a Sculptural and Installation Art Programme, in East London, 2020

October 23, 2020

The unique quarter-sized bronze maquette of ‘Holding Hands’ went up for auction today (23rd October 2020) at Christie’s in London as part of their Post-War & Contemporary Art Day Sale. The hammer came down at a staggering £287,500, smashing the £80,000-£120,000 estimate! We all loved STIK’S ‘Holding Hands’ sculpture in Hoxton Square, East London. The […]

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New Landmark Sculpture ‘Holding Hands’ by Street Artist STIK in Hoxton Square, London 2020

September 24, 2020

Hackney-based artist STIK has unveiled his first public sculpture, a 4m tall bronze sculpture entitled ‘Holding Hands’. The project was the culmination of a four-year collaboration between STIK and Hackney Council and has been solely funded by the artist. You may recognise the image of the two ‘Holding Hands’ STIK figures, it was the official […]

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STIK’s Digital Artwork at Piccadilly Lights Supports Young People to Stay Connected during COVID-19, London 2020

May 27, 2020

STIK has unveiled a new digital installation entitled ‘We Are Together’ in central London. The digital artwork is being played on London’s iconic 783 square metre Piccadilly Lights, the largest screen in Europe, as part of Young Westminster Foundation’s (YWF)’s new flagship campaign to support young people to stay connected during the coronavirus lockdown. STIK’s […]

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STIK tributes for COVID-19 Lockdown, 2020

April 20, 2020

STIK fans have been paying tribute to STIK during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown and have been sharing artworks inspired by STIK figures. All ages have been drawing STIK figures and some even have a guest appearance from Berlin-based artist and friend, Thierry Noir. I’m sure these creations are putting a smile on STIK’s face during […]

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