From a regal Venetian mask in Prague to a surreal tribute to David Bowie on a weathered wall, these newly painted murals span continents and styles. This collection captures the poetic, the playful, and the powerfully symbolic—ranging from emotional tributes and character portraits to anamorphic illusions and iconic reimaginings. Dive into these nine striking public artworks created by contemporary street artists across Europe, South America, and the U.S.
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Venetian Mask by David Reichelt in Prague, Czech Republic
A meticulously detailed portrait of a masked figure in Venetian carnival attire, painted on a freestanding wall. The mask is framed by a lavish red and gold tricorn hat with flamboyant feather plumes, contrasted against a gray background that enhances its ornate textures.
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The Bond That Unites Us by Nacho Basave Cavanna in Estepona, Spain
Painted across the side of a residential building, this mural depicts an elderly woman and a joyful child sharing a moment of wonder as a goldfish floats above them. Surrounding them are stylized blue fish, drawn in line art, weaving through the windows. The composition balances realism with illustrative elements to evoke warmth and generational connection.
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Mural by PRETO in Perus, Brazil for Gigantes Daraz
In this vibrant mural, a young boy beams with joy while wearing futuristic yellow armor. He holds a yellow flower and a monarch butterfly, while others flutter nearby. Painted in vivid blues and yellows, the piece conveys a mix of innocence, strength, and hope. The mural is part of the Gigantes Daraz project, and the photo was captured by Allan Destrone.
Batman by Raffa Febre and Vinao in São Paulo, Brazil
Batman emerges from a cityscape of purple and green hues, his muscular torso glowing under a neon outline. The graffiti-style background surrounds him with bats, skyscrapers, and a cosmic swirl. Photo by Marcia Marton.
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“Saint Paint” by Derek Donnelly in St. Petersburg, Florida
A smoking Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle stares directly at the viewer, exuding mischief. The background is dark with glowing embers and smoke, while the turtle’s headband and singlet pop in bold red and yellow.
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3D Street Art by Juandres Vera and TARDOR in Riola, Spain
Anamorphic mural on pavement showing a woman pouring water from a pot into a stone basin that appears to plunge into the ground. The illusion is heightened by her detailed expression and the light playing on the water’s surface.
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Mural by Lisérgico Laboratorio Creativo in Calarcá, Colombia
A young child lays among dense green foliage, hugging a sleeping cat. Golden masks resembling pre-Columbian relics float around, blending natural calm with cultural symbolism.
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Hellboy by Monkey D. Muvin in Tangerang, Indonesia
This fierce portrait shows Hellboy with glowing orange goggles and his iconic cigar. His expression is intense, painted in sharp contrast to a dark backdrop with white and red paint streaks.
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“San Bowie” by FIGUE in Madrid, Spain
David Bowie is reimagined as a sacred figure with a golden halo and red robes, blending religious iconography with Ziggy Stardust’s lightning bolt. The mural sits between graffiti-covered panels on a rough concrete wall.
From cultural references and superhero tributes to optical illusions and emotional realism, this collection showcases how public walls continue to evolve into vivid storytelling spaces. Each piece deepens the local landscape with style, humor, and striking detail—reminding us why street art remains one of the most powerful visual languages in the world.
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Hellboys stated goggles are his missing horns and not goggles.
Absolutely works of genius skills.
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That pavement mural is beautiful!
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