For years “street art” has been simply known as graffiti, and as beautiful as the art is in some cases, it has rarely been recognized. In many cases, these works of art have even been viewed as an eyesore, and cities have scrambled to cover the colorful pieces to maintain a bland professionalism. With the advent of such renowned artists as Banksy and Shepard Fairey, however, that image is beginning to change. Cities across the nation and around the world are beginning to view street art as a way to add value to their streets, buildings, and sidewalks and many are welcoming and in some cases even paying artists to liven up resident’s worlds.
Array of Different Styles
While the most widely used medium for street art is still the age-old spray paint can on concrete, some artists are taking things in a different direction, even erecting sculptures to express their creativity. Using the entire side of a building as a canvas has been increasing in popularity lately, with artists sometimes incorporating other structures such as doors, windows, and even blinds into the picture for added intrigue.
With broader acceptance of street art as a legitimate art style, street art has become increasingly complex and high-quality. 3 dimensional artwork that is crafted between a wall and a street or entirely on a street has exploded in popularity, with many artists trying their hand at the form. With street art trending, more than likely you can expect street art to come to a big city or suburb near you soon.