Absolutely Beautiful (9 Photos)

From surreal sculptures set in lush landscapes to lifelike murals transforming city walls, these eight works capture the many ways public art can inspire. This collection takes you from vivid nature scenes to intimate portraits, with each piece offering a unique encounter in the open air. Featured are artists from Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Australia, and beyond.

1. True Nature — Sculpture by Daniel Popper in Cancun, Mexico

A monumental white sculpture of a figure holding its own face as a mask, with the head’s interior open to reveal dense tropical greenery. This work merges art with the natural environment, creating a striking visual link between human identity and the surrounding jungle.

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2. Mural by David Barrera — Fene, Spain

A vibrant building facade mural showing a young boy standing beside a white dog, facing a woman playing guitar. The central structure of the building separates the two figures but keeps them visually connected through color and composition.

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3. Mural by Wedo Goas — Salobreña, Spain

A portrait of a woman in a loose cream shirt, sitting with fruit and a glass of drink in front of her. The soft light and calm expression give the piece a classical, painting-like quality.

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4. Mural by Mona Caron — Le Locle, Switzerland

A towering mural of the Gentiana lutea plant painted along the full height of a tall concrete building. The bright yellow flowers and lush green leaves contrast sharply with the grey urban backdrop. More photos!: Flower mural by Mona Caron in Le Locle, Switzerland

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5. Silo Art by SMUG — Lameroo, South Australia

A massive mural on grain silos showing a bearded man in a hat with clasped hands, overlaid with a golden rural sunset scene complete with a windmill and open fields. More by SMUG!: 24 Times SMUG Made Walls Look More Real Than Life

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6. Mural by Megan Oldhues — Toronto, Canada

A soft-focus style mural of a woman in a white dress holding a red jug, standing in a lush garden with trees and flowers. The brushstroke style evokes a painted canvas.

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7. Mural by Collin van der Sluijs — Maastricht, Netherlands

A richly detailed mural of a brown bird surrounded by flowers, leaves, and smaller birds, set against a colorful, patterned background. More!: Murals By Collin Van der Sluijs (7 Photos)

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8. Mural by Adele Renault — Stavelot, Belgium

A mural covering the side of a building with the close-up face of a pigeon, its feathers shimmering with iridescent hues. More photos!: This Stunning Pigeon Mural in Belgium Is a Must-See

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9. The Elder — Zion Graffiti in Bogotá, Colombia

This striking mural by Zion Graffiti, painted for Meeting Of Styles Colombia 2025, portrays the profile of an elderly man with flowing white hair and beard that merge seamlessly with the wall’s dark background.

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