The Shepard Fairey 'Street Art 13' Display is Dauntingly Huge
Vivian Lau — July 7, 2012 — Art & Design
References: obeygiant & designboom
As the Shepard Fairey 'Street Art 13' mural shows, paintings are no longer confined to the canvases hung on an easel or to the page.
The 14-storey high display can be found in Paris. It is essentially an exaggerated example of typical wall graffiti, only this piece of work was approved by the community in an effort to spice up the zone and breathe new life into the area. The mural is colored in black, white and red, framing the huge visage of a woman as well as the accessorizing fauna. Two cranes were needed to put the installment up for all to see.
The concept of creating building-high murals serves as an interesting development in the overall look of cities in the future.
Photo Credits: designboom, obeygiant
The 14-storey high display can be found in Paris. It is essentially an exaggerated example of typical wall graffiti, only this piece of work was approved by the community in an effort to spice up the zone and breathe new life into the area. The mural is colored in black, white and red, framing the huge visage of a woman as well as the accessorizing fauna. Two cranes were needed to put the installment up for all to see.
The concept of creating building-high murals serves as an interesting development in the overall look of cities in the future.
Photo Credits: designboom, obeygiant
Trend Themes
1. Building-high Murals - Creating large-scale mural installations on buildings is an innovative way to transform and enhance the visual appearance of cities.
2. Community-approved Art - Involving the community in the approval process for public art installations can help foster a sense of ownership and revitalization in the area.
3. Out-of-the-box Canvas - Exploring unconventional spaces as canvases for artistic expression, such as buildings and walls, opens up new possibilities for creativity and engagement.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Design and Architecture - The urban design and architecture industries can incorporate building-high murals to add unique artistic elements to buildings and cityscapes.
2. Tourism and Travel - The tourism and travel industry can promote destinations that feature impressive mural displays, attracting visitors interested in urban and street art.
3. Community Development and Revitalization - The community development and revitalization industry can use community-approved mural installations as a means to beautify and reinvigorate neighborhoods.
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