Lovely by Oakoak (10 Photos)

Since 2006, OAKOAK has had streets, walls, sidewalks and roads as its playground. Originally from Saint Etienne, he sticks his drawings in each of the places he crosses in order to create a smile in the pedestrian at the bend of a street where he does not expect it. 

His approach consists of diverting urban elements, playing with flaws that at first glance seem of no particular interest, such as cracks in a wall. He thus adds his own vision, his own references which often relate to the geek universe. A way of imagining the urban space in a more poetic way.

From playful interactions with crosswalks to whimsical depictions of beloved cartoon characters like Homer Simpson and Obelix, Oakoak’s work brings a fresh perspective to the streets.

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Oakoak transforms a pedestrian crossing into a playful scene with Obelix carrying a menhir, blending urban infrastructure with comic creativity.

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Oakoak turns a natural crack in a concrete wall into a desert path for a caravan of camels.

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Gaston Lagaffe, painted by Oakoak, brings humor and life to the remains of a crumbling building.

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This crosswalk becomes a quirky playground in Oakoak’s hands, featuring cartoon faces and a 3D ghost.

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Oakoak uses a stop sign to highlight climate change with a polar bear stranded on melting ice.

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Oakoak transforms a bent metal fence into a joyful dancing figure.

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Marsupilami comes to life in Oakoak’s piece, swinging and peeking from an overgrown planter on a concrete wall.

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Oakoak incorporates a bent railing into a dynamic scene of Bruce Lee delivering a powerful kick.

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Oakoak humorously combines wisteria flowers with a painted Sideshow Bob.

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Homer Simpson hilariously interacts with real electrical wires.

OAKOAK: For me street art has to use urban elements. It’s the most important thing for street art. Using and playing with things you find in the street.

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