Coronavirus has affected the whole world. People are anxious, and the streets are empty. Well, almost empty. When it comes to the streets, you can only expect one group to roam and stay loyal to them, and they are the street artists. The explanation’s quite simple: even in more peaceful times, these rogues are no strangers to risks, such as the law, and now it’s no different. Also, they wore facemasks before it was “cool.” In times where all the galleries and museums are closed, the streets have become the canvas for public imagination. Let’s take a look at how street artists around the world have interpreted the situation.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Artist: Fake
Fake says to have painted this “Super Nurse” as an ode to all healthcare professionals around the world.
Barcelona, Spain. Artist: Tvboy
“Divided We Stand, United We Fall.”
Los Angeles, USA. Artist: Ponywave
From the artist's Instagram:
"We all are going through this together. There is a reason which we will see after all. It’s time to look at ourselves. Take a look at what are we doing with the planet and our lifetime. Maybe we should change our priorities? Maybe we should slow down? Maybe we should take a look around and start respect our planet and all those with whom we share it? Maybe someone is trying to hide some changes? Or economic collapse? Maybe one more step to a new world order?"
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Artist: Aira Ocrespo
Translation from Portuguese: "Bolsonaro's mask against the Coronavirus."
Malmö, Sweden. Artist: Richard Juggins
Pompei, Italy. Artist: Nello Petrucci
I really hope that it wasn't someone else writing stay home and ruining the art.
Los Angeles, USA. Artist: Rasmus Balstrøm
Balstrøm who is originally from Denmark did this last mural before he had to flee the country.
Wildfires and the black death combined. Dark and bleak at the same time. 2020 did not load correctly.
Los Angeles, USA. Artist: Corie Mattie
Jindbayne, Australia. Artist: N/A
Mumbai, India. Artist: Tyler Street Art
“Keep calm”
Warsaw, Poland
Translates to: Not every hero wears a cape. Thank you! (Translation credit: Draco Malfoy)
Translates to: Not every hero wears a cape. Thank you! If I am not mistaken
Tartu, Estonia. Artist: Princess Täna
“Living in a bubble. Just to be more ironic, a soap bubble.”
New York, USA. Artist: Jason Naylor
Los Angeles, USA. Artist: Jeremy Novy
Bryne, Norway. Artist: Pøbel
“In these challenging times, I hope this piece can be a positive contribution and spread some joy. Be safe and take care of one another.”
I like that is a aged person in the picture. Make the statement strong.
Melbourne, Australia. Artist: Lush Sux
Translation from Chinese - “Nothing to see, carry on.”
Bristol, UK. Artist: John D'oh
United Kingdom. Artist: Gnasher
Los Angeles, USA. Artist: Ruben Rojas
you could have added some love on the brick wall ... ('cause it cannot be quarantined)
Copenhagen. Denmark. Artist: Andreas Welin
"a-a-Achoooo!"
New York, USA. Artist: Jilly Ballistic
The homeless guy in the back ground really makes this sink in... How can they quarantine? So so sad, my heart is broken
London, UK. Artist: Lionel Stanhope
New York, USA. Artist: Jilly Ballistic
London, UK. Artist: N/A
Bristol, UK. Artist: Angusart85
I look at the "art" and some of it is gorgeous. This shows what graffiti really can look like. Ugly.
Los Angeles, USA. Artist: Jules Muck
Bristol, UK. Artist: Diff
Note: this post originally had 74 images. It’s been shortened to the top 40 images based on user votes.
those are amazing
These are powerful works of art! Great job!
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those are amazing
These are powerful works of art! Great job!
TIL: Graffiti Artist is an essential service.