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WOM Collective Women’s Day Paint Jam Murals 2026

Marking International Women’s Day 2026, the WOM Collective returned to Shoreditch with another gathering of female street artists. Once again … More

paint jam, Shoreditch and Brick Lane

As Seen on the Streets of London by Giulia Blocal

For street art lovers, London has always been a city that rewards curiosity. Its streets, alleyways and railway arches are … More

Giant Miner Silo Art Painted by SMUG in Kapunda

Rising above the historic township of Kapunda is a giant silo art portrait of a miner. One that stands as … More

Mural, Silo Art

Giant Silo Art from SMUG in Lameroo

Two giant sets of painted silos stand side by side in the tiny township of Lameroo in South Australia. Painted … More

Mural, Silo Art

The Spitalfields Roundels – Bronze Circles on the Streets

Across the streets of Spitalfields, subtle bronze circles can be seen embedded in the pavements. Known as the Spitalfields Roundels, … More

sculpture

Community Mural in Ipswich Celebrates Unity, Roots and New Beginnings

A new public mural has been created by ATMA in Ipswich. It has been created developed alongside a series of … More

Mural

Turkey Mural from Louis Michel Painted in Shoreditch

Louis Michel returned to the streets of Shoreditch with a giant painting of a Turkey. Painted on Hanbury Street, the … More

Mural

Eternal Ecstasy Celebrates Jamie Reid in Aberdeen

Eternal Ecstasy at the Peacock and the Worm Gallery in Aberdeen is a celebration of the life and work of … More

exhibition

Simulacrum and Relics: Masakatsu Sashie and Levalet at Dorothy Circus

Dorothy Circus Gallery brings together Japanese painter Masakatsu Sashie and French street artist Levalet. Two artists whose work approaches differ … More

exhibition

Jo Peel and the Art of a Changing City

Jo Peel is an artist known for her evocative cityscapes, large-scale murals and intricate line drawings. Paintings that capture the … More

interview

The Art of Flying: The Enduring Power of Fly Posting

“The Art of Flying” is an exhibition that looks at the history of fly posting. From its historical roots and … More

exhibition

Evolution of an Artist – The Art of Mak Murals

Makena Brooks aka Mak Murals is an artist shaped by unlikely geographies. Born in Texan and raised in rural Kenya. … More

interview

The Story of the Red Hand of Gladstone Statue in Bow

Standing outside Bow Church is the statue of William Gladstone. At first glance, it’s a typical Victorian monument. A towering … More

History Articles, London History

Lee Quiñones Returns to London with ‘Outside is America’

Lee Quiñones didn’t just witness the birth of graffiti, he helped to write it… literally! Emerging from the subways of … More

exhibition

RONCH Explores Otherworldly Terrains in ‘Invisible Lands’ at BSMT Gallery

Stefano Ronchi, better known as Ronch is a painter celebrated for his surreal wit and extraordinary attention to detail. His … More

exhibition

Enjoying the Ride: The Artistic Journey of Miguel H. Cuar

Splashes of bold reds, yellows, and blues leap from Miguel H. Cuar’s canvases. In his southeast London studio, comic book … More

interview

Otto Schade – Ribbons and Silhouettes on the Streets of London

Otto Schade has been part of the East London scene since 2006. Born in Chile and trained as both an … More

interview

London International Paste Up Festival 2025

The London International Paste-up Festival returned for 2025 and was a Colourful Collision of Community and Creativity By Apparan, September … More

paste up art, Shoreditch and Brick Lane, street art festival

ALO Returns to BSMT Space with BARDO

Hackney-based Italian painter ALO returns to BSMT Space with BARDO. The solo show features 33 new works created across 2024–2025. … More

exhibition

The Murals of the 2025 Rochdale Common Walls Festival

Rochdale once again played host to a major street art event as Common Walls arrived in the town centre. Following … More

street art festival

Collagism – The Multimedia Collage Artist of the East End

Collagism is an Australian artist based out of the Chisenhale Gallery space in Bow. She is known for her immersive … More

interview

My Paper Bag Life: The Art of Charlotte Bracegirdle

Charlotte Bracegirdle is an artist also known as My Paper Bag Life. She is known for creating self-portraits on paper … More

interview

Ashfall Mural by Peachzz Unveiled in South Elmsall

A striking new mural celebrating South Elmsall’s past and future has been unveiled in the Yorkshire town. Created by internationally … More

Mural

London International Paste Up Festival Returns in 2025

Now in its fifth year, the London International Paste-Up Festival (LIPF) is set to make a vibrant return this September. … More

paste up art, Shoreditch and Brick Lane, street art festival

Weston Wallz Creates New Murals for 2025

Weston Wallz returned to Weston-super-Mare for its fifth year with another series of murals. The town once again becoming a … More

street art festival, Weston Wallz

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