From a glowing anglerfish that feeds on urban structure in Norway to a child’s fading figure painted into stone steps in Beijing — these works don’t just decorate walls. They reveal truths, tell stories, and pull you into their world. This collection spans powerful visual narratives across Bergen, Plzeň, London, and more — each one crafted to leave a mark beyond the surface.
A black-and-white mural of a deep-sea anglerfish interacts with the building’s actual stairway and lights. The fish appears to lure its prey with a functioning lamp on its forehead, turning the staircase into a dramatic, architectural jaw. More photos!: Anglerfish Trap: Amazing Street Art By SKURK!
A child sleeps wrapped in a peeling blanket that appears to rip the surface of the wall itself. Holding a teddy bear with “LOVE PLZEN” stitched on it, the mural blends emotional storytelling with clever illusion. More photos and about the mural here!
A multicolored cubist portrait of an older man, painted across a five-story wall, features houses, birds, and symbolic objects embedded in his head — visual metaphors for memory, loss, and the passage of time. About the mural and more photos here!
4. Fat Tourist and Rickshaw — Banksy in Bristol, UK
From Banksy’s Bristol Museum exhibition, this mural shows two large tourists joyfully taking a selfie in a rickshaw pulled by a child. Stark color contrast underlines the exploitative message.
6. The Invisibility of Poverty — Kevin Lee & Bin Liu in Beijing, China
A photo-art collaboration using camouflage body painting. A boy in tattered clothes sits on steps, painted to blend perfectly into the stone — a literal portrayal of social invisibility. See the rest here!: The Invisibility of Poverty
7. When We Go — Louis Masai in London, UK
Painted in Shoreditch, this piece features bees next to the warning: “When we go, we’re taking you all with us.” The bold message is a direct statement on environmental collapse. More!: Bee Warning (8 Photos)
A powerful transformation of an abandoned building in Athens. WD (Wild Drawing) painted a owl, using the corner of the structure to split the eyes, turning a forgotten ruin into a wise guardian of the street. The title nods to the contrast between speaking and listening — between knowledge and wisdom. More by WD!: 3D Street Art by WD (7 Murals)
When winter covers everything in snow, it turns the world into a blank canvas.
That’s when creativity really shines! From fun shapes to super-detailed designs, snow can be turned into art. We asked our Facebook friends to share their coolest snow creations, and they delivered! Here are 35 snow sculptures that will make you see snow in a whole new way.
From playful reminders to simple street creations, these signs bring small moments of humor to sidewalks, parks, and walls. Included here are a stick library for dogs, chalk drawings, handwritten notes, and other everyday details used in a lighthearted way. This update features nine signs meant to catch attention and lift the mood.
A cheerful green monster and a small creature painted by David Zinn hold signs that say “More art in more places = More joy,” drawn in colorful chalk on a city sidewalk.
2. Dog Library — Community Sign
A wooden sign by a tree reads “Dog Library: Take a stick, Leave a stick,” with a pile of sticks neatly placed at its base for passing dogs.
3. Do Not Feed the Elephant — OakOak in France
A flexible vent pipe sticking out of a wall is turned into an elephant’s trunk, with a painted sign, made by Oakoak, below reading “Do not feed the elephant.”
4. Don’t Grow Up — Wall Note
Black marker text on a wooden surface says “Don’t grow up. It’s a trap,” with a small smiley face doodle replacing the letter “O.”
5. Earthquake Detection Kit — Googly Eyes
A bright yellow paper posted on a wall reads “Earthquake Detection Kit,” humorously featuring two plastic googly eyes attached beneath the text.
6. Gary Come Home — Cartoon Snail Poster
A street sign taped to a pole shows Gary the snail from SpongeBob SquarePants with the text “Gary, Come Home.”
7. Have You Seen This Dog? — Wholesome Poster
A playful flyer with two photos of a smiling dog reads “Have you seen this dog? Now you have. Have a GOOD day,” with tear-off tabs that say “Have a great day.”
8. Smile Zone — Happy Street Sign
A yellow circular sign with a smiley face and the words “Smile Zone” mounted on a post beside green leaves.
9. Please Do Not Touch — Michael Pederson in Sydney, Australia
A delicate dandelion framed with miniature barriers and a small museum-style plaque reading “Please do not touch,” turning nature into an art exhibit.
Street art can surprise, amuse, and hold attention by turning everyday objects into visual ideas. This update brings together 12 pieces from different parts of the world where artists have worked directly with their surroundings to shape the final image.
From small drawings tucked into wall cracks to playful uses of poles, trees, and bushes, these works show how simple urban details become part of the artwork itself.
This vibrant mural depicts a large-scale image of a girl carefully watering an actual tree growing next to the building, blending reality and art seamlessly.
From sarcastic chalkboards outside pubs to googly-eyed “earthquake detectors” taped to walls, these signs aren’t here to inform — they’re here to amuse. Spotted everywhere from Canadian alleys to Californian trails, each one brings a small dose of absurdity to public spaces. In this collection: a petty painter’s revenge in Bolsover, warning signs for wheat field sharks, a lakeside pun you need to see to believe — and more.
This hand-made “Earthquake Detection Kit” features two plastic googly eyes on paper, ready to wobble in case the earth moves. More like this!: Googly-Eyed Art (17 Photos)
2. If Not Now — In Toronto, Canada
Painted boldly on a black wall between two buildings: “IF NOT NOW THEN WHEN?” — a motivational reminder masquerading as street art.
3. Countries
Outside a pub, this chalkboard reads: “A LONG TIME AGO WE HAD EMPIRES RUN BY EMPERORS… NOW WE HAVE COUNTRIES,” hinting at the irony of modern leadership.
4. Mirror Lake
Two signs nailed to a post say “ƎƆΛꟼ ИOЯЯIM”, which is revealed in the lake reflection below to read “MIRROR LAKE.”
8. Do Not Feed the Sharks — Anne Melady in Ontario, Canada
In a wheat field, fake shark fins poke through golden stalks beside a sign: “PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE SHARKS.” About this silly sign here!: Please do not feed the Great Wheat Sharks
9. Rock Snake — Lake Elsinore, California, USA
A colorful line of painted stones slithers along a dirt path. A nearby sign reads, “This is a ROCK SNAKE! Please add painted rocks…”
10. “Luke, I Am Your Father”
A speech bubble sticker next to a ventilation pipe transforms the pipe into a character from Star Wars, completing the famous “Luke, I am your father” quote.
11. Love in Full Bloom — TABBY in Osaka, Japan
A girl with an umbrella stands under a branch dropping heart-shaped petals, painted directly on a street sign.
From a 50-foot Native American monument overlooking the Missouri River to a surreal hammock strung across a border fence, these sculptures push the boundaries of form, meaning, and public space. Whether constructed from stone, steel, wire, or illusion, each work defies convention — and chances are, you haven’t seen them before. Locations span from Barcelona to Philadelphia, from South Dakota plains to Turkish landscapes.
1. Melancholy — Albert György in Geneva, Switzerland
This bronze sculpture of a seated figure appears hollowed out from within, forming an arched void from chest to head. The minimalist facial features and slumped posture evoke absence and loss, using emptiness as its central element.
2. Window and Ladder – Too Late for Help — Leandro Erlich in Montevideo, Uruguay
A fragment of brick wall with a single window floats mid-air, supported by a ladder that leads nowhere. Placed in an empty lot, this illusion-based sculpture alters space and challenges logic.
3. Border Hammock — Murat Gök in Istanbul, Turkey
Two fence poles curve inward to cradle a man resting in a hammock made from the fence itself. By bending an otherwise rigid border element into a place of rest, the sculpture offers a quiet yet clever political statement.
4. Freedom — Zenos Frudakis in Philadelphia, USA
This bronze wall shows four human forms in various stages of breaking free, culminating in a fully emerged figure stepping into open space. It explores transformation and personal liberation.
5. Giant Slingshot Bench — Cornelia Konrads in Germany
A wooden bench is suspended by two long red straps tied to a massive Y-shaped branch. The setup mimics a slingshot ready to launch, blending utility with playful imagination.
6. Dignity — Dale Lamphere in Chamberlain, South Dakota, USA
Standing 50 feet tall, this stainless steel monument honors Native American women. The figure wears a star quilt composed of blue diamond shapes that shimmer in the wind.
7. The Kiss of Death — Unknown Artist in Barcelona, Spain
This marble sculpture in Poblenou Cemetery shows a skeleton with wings gently kissing the forehead of a lifeless young man. Created in 1930, it’s both romantic and haunting.
8. The Weight of Grief — Celeste Roberge in Portland, Maine, USA
A crouched human form is constructed from a metal frame filled with smooth river stones. The heavy material and posture communicate emotional burden through literal weight.
9. UMI — Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois, USA
This monumental figure is composed of sculpted wood and branches shaped into a female form. Her hands and body are formed by intertwining tree limbs, suggesting organic unity.
In the world of street art, where walls, buildings, and other vertical surfaces often steal the show, Ememem brings something refreshingly different to the table — or rather, to the pavement.
Known as the “pavement surgeon,” this French street artist transforms cracks, potholes, and other urban blemishes into stunning mosaic artworks. With a trowel in hand and tiles at the ready, Ememem has made a name by bringing beauty to what most people overlook.
Ememem’s unique practice is known as “flacking,” a term the artist coined to describe the act of filling urban cracks with intricate designs. The colorful patterns often stand out against the dull grays of asphalt and concrete. Each piece transforming damage into art.
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From Lyon to the World
Based in Lyon, France, Ememem started flacking in 2016. The artist’s works have since spread to streets across Europe, making appearances in cities like Paris, Madrid, and Milan. Every piece is site-specific, tailored to the unique shape and character of each crack or hole. Whether it’s a geometric explosion of color or a more subdued design that blends with the environment, Ememem’s mosaics are unmistakable.
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Democratizing Public Space
Ememem’s art does more than beautify streets; it also reclaims public spaces for everyone. By addressing overlooked areas and elevating them through art, the artist highlights the power of creativity in transforming everyday environments. The work is accessible to all, reinforcing the idea that art doesn’t need to be confined to galleries or museums.
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The mosaics often reflect themes of repair, resilience, and humor. Some designs include playful patterns that mimic flowers, mandalas, or traditional tilework, while others incorporate messages or hidden symbols. This blend of craft and commentary invites viewers to look closer and engage with the art on a personal level. Each piece tells a story of renewal, where broken streets are given new life.
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With the rise of social media, Ememem’s works have gained global recognition. The striking visuals are a favorite for Instagram, where hashtags like #flacking and #urbanart help spread the artist’s creations to audiences far beyond the streets where they’re found. The visually compelling mosaics often go viral. Follow Ememem Instagram here.
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Whether you stumble upon one of Ememem’s pieces while walking to work or see them shared online, their impact is undeniable.
They challenge us to see the cracks in our world not as flaws but as opportunities for creativity and connection.
No future for the potholes!
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Ememem: In Ankara, I met a great artist, a great poet, Onur Bolat. It was a pleasure to walk through the night in the Ankara I would never have discovered on my own. A big thank you to you and to Dobby
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Would you like to see Ememem’s mosaic art (Flacking!) in your city? Which one is your favorite?
From painted trees and playful shadows to murals that cleverly wrap around street corners, these ten works of street art show how perfectly artists can merge their creations with the environment. Spotted in locations from Vienna to London, each piece uses existing objects or surroundings to become something more than paint on a wall.
A small green character drawn on stone appears to have wild hair made of real grass and purple flowers growing from a crack behind it. The chalk drawing wears a pink shirt and light blue pants, standing barefoot on the stone. More!: Cute Art By David Zinn (14 Photos)
Small black silhouettes of camels and riders move single-file along a natural crack in a low wall, turning the fracture into a desert path. The grass below contrasts with the pale wall. More!: Wrong but Right: Art By Oakoak (9 Photos)
3. Lego Bunker — näutil in Saint-Pierre-Église, France
A yellow Lego astronaut painted across a WWII bunker uses the two rectangular openings as the figure’s eyes; the pillbox top becomes the blocky head. A classic space emblem sits on the chest against weathered concrete. More!: Life and Poetry By Näutil (15 Photos!)
A painted figure of a boy playing an accordion uses a metal vent cover as the instrument’s bellows, blending a real object into the artwork. The boy’s hair and clothing are painted directly on the wall around the vent.
5. The Kiss — Fabian Bogi Street Art of Gustav Klimt’s “The Kiss” in Vienna, Austria
A Halloween bowl filled with copies of George Orwell’s 1984 sits on a doorstep, accompanied by a sign that reads “One copy of 1984 per child.”
7. Painting Tree — Semi Ok in Istanbul, Turkey
A mural of a hand holding a paintbrush is painted so that the tree behind the wall forms the bristles of the brush, with blue paint dripping onto the pavement. More!: Playful Art By Semiok (8 Photos)
A black-and-white rhino is painted on a brick wall, positioned so that it appears to be “ramming” a small parked car. The rhino’s head aligns with the rear of the vehicle. More!: 24 artworks by Banksy: Who Is The Visionary of Street Art?
9. An artwork visible only in a specific time of the day — Tom Bob
A line of painted black silhouettes appears only when the midday sun casts the wavy shadow of a nearby blue fence over them, completing the scene. The figures look as if they ride the train along the shadow. More!: 33 Artworks by Creative Genius Tom Bob (That Will Make You Smile)
A painted silhouette of a crouching figure reaches up toward a section of wall where plaster has peeled away to reveal the brick beneath, resembling climbing vines. More!: Street Art by Pejac – A Collection
From surreal portraits in Belgium to historical illusions in Canada, these murals capture stories of humanity, culture, and imagination. This collection includes Studio Giftig’s layered emotions in Eindhoven, Giuseppe De Martino Amed’s flowing figure in Quaglietta, JEKS ONE’s floral face in North Carolina, and Martin Ron’s towering underwater child in Argentina.
1. Echoes of Harmony — Studio Giftig in Eindhoven, Netherlands
A mural depicting a man holding a harmonica while a woman plays the violin behind him. Flowing hair, autumn leaves, and butterflies create a layered, dreamlike scene.
2. Potamides — Giuseppe De Martino Amed in Quaglietta, Italy
The mural transforms the building façade into a stone-like figure pouring water from her hands, referencing mythological water nymphs. Bright yellow flowers and geometric shapes frame the composition.
A giant face with blue and purple tones emerges from the wall. Within the head, a couple embraces, connected by cables and organic shapes, merging intimacy with surreal digital aesthetics. More by WD!: Beautiful 3D Art by WD! (8 Photos)
A face intertwined with blooming flowers and vines painted on brick. The closed eyes and upward gaze suggest a moment of serenity and rebirth, with petals in pink, yellow, and green enveloping the figure. More by JEKS ONE!: 9 Amazing Murals by JEKS ONE That Blur the Line Between Paint and Reality
When the walls tell stories… This incredible trompe-l’œil mural in Québec City is a masterpiece that blends history, culture, and art into one breathtaking illusion. Every corner feels alive with characters from centuries past, reminding us that the city’s walls whisper more than just echoes of time.
6. Mural at R9 Café in Taipei City, Taiwan
Playful balcony scenes painted directly on the café walls show musicians, birds, and everyday interactions. More photos!: Mural at R9 Cafe in Taipei City, Taiwan
A large-scale mural showing a figure pouring a thick, pale mixture into a wooden container. The scene references traditional food preparation, with careful attention to hands, tools, and texture.
This collection moves between illusion, imagination, and quiet visual tricks. You’ll find stone patterns arranged directly on a shoreline in the UK, a deep 3D street illusion opening up on a busy city pavement, large-scale murals that interact with weather and seasons, and painted figures that blend into their surroundings.
A spiral-shaped land art piece created directly in wet sand using carefully placed pebbles. The pattern follows a rotating motion that leads the eye inward, with the surrounding beach and sea acting as part of the composition. More!: Amazing Sculptures by Jon Foreman! (12 Photos)
A large-scale 3D pavement painting depicting a vertical tunnel descending into a fictional underground space. Painted shadows and perspective create the illusion of depth, with passersby appearing to stand at the edge. More!: Amazing 3D Art By Joe and Max (8 Photos)
3. Panther Mural — Ukione in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela
A close-up mural of a black panther’s face painted on a dark wall. The glowing eyes and soft gradients contrast with the rough surface of the building, giving the animal a watchful presence.
4. We’re All in the Same Boat — Banksy in Oulton Broad, England
A stenciled scene of children painted along a brick wall beside a flooded path. The figures appear to move through the water, with the surrounding environment completing the narrative. More!: Banksy? Who Is The Visionary of Street Art? (25 Photos)
5. Robert slowly realized he had under-emphasized “seen” and over-emphasized “not heard” in his parenting technique. — David Zinn in Ann Arbor, USA
A small sidewalk illustration of rabbits interacting with cracks and plants in the pavement. The drawing uses the existing surface to extend the scene beyond the painted lines. More!: Happy Art by David Zinn (10 Photos)
6. Seasonal Cat — Braga Last One in Les Pennes-Mirabeau, France
A mural painted on a cylindrical structure showing a cat adapted to its surroundings. The artwork changes appearance with the seasons, blending with summer greenery and winter snow. More!: Absolutely Brilliant By Braga Last One (14 Photos)
7. Watching the Sea — Näutil in Siouville-Hague, France
A large eye painted on a coastal bunker, positioned to face the ocean. Reflections and shading connect the mural visually with the surrounding shoreline. More!: Life and Poetry By Näutil (15 Photos!)
A playful street intervention where a pedestrian crossing is altered to include a cartoon character integrated into the road markings. More!: Lovely by Oakoak (10 Photos)
9. Finding Balance — Sasha Korban in Tbilisi, Georgia
A mural depicting a woman balancing on stacked chairs painted onto a worn building façade. The composition aligns with the architecture to emphasize instability and movement. More!: Murals by Sasha Korban (16 Photos)
Made You Feel Again (8 Photos)
From a glowing anglerfish that feeds on urban structure in Norway to a child’s fading figure painted into stone steps in Beijing — these works don’t just decorate walls. They reveal truths, tell stories, and pull you into their world. This collection spans powerful visual narratives across Bergen, Plzeň, London, and more — each one crafted to leave a mark beyond the surface.
More: 12 Times I Found Street Art Cleverly Using Its Surroundings
1. Anglerfish Trap — SKURK in Bergen, Norway
A black-and-white mural of a deep-sea anglerfish interacts with the building’s actual stairway and lights. The fish appears to lure its prey with a functioning lamp on its forehead, turning the staircase into a dramatic, architectural jaw. More photos!: Anglerfish Trap: Amazing Street Art By SKURK!
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2. Dreamscape — Chemis in Plzeň, Czech Republic
A child sleeps wrapped in a peeling blanket that appears to rip the surface of the wall itself. Holding a teddy bear with “LOVE PLZEN” stitched on it, the mural blends emotional storytelling with clever illusion. More photos and about the mural here!
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3. Fading Memories — Iman in Ufa, Russia
A multicolored cubist portrait of an older man, painted across a five-story wall, features houses, birds, and symbolic objects embedded in his head — visual metaphors for memory, loss, and the passage of time. About the mural and more photos here!
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4. Fat Tourist and Rickshaw — Banksy in Bristol, UK
From Banksy’s Bristol Museum exhibition, this mural shows two large tourists joyfully taking a selfie in a rickshaw pulled by a child. Stark color contrast underlines the exploitative message.
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5. “Legend about Giants” — Natalia Rak in Białystok, Poland
A massive mural of a girl in traditional dress pouring water from a tin can directly onto a real tree below. The interaction between mural and environment makes it feel like the wall is alive. More!: 10 Breathtaking Murals by Natalia Rak That Turn City Walls Into Dreams
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6. The Invisibility of Poverty — Kevin Lee & Bin Liu in Beijing, China
A photo-art collaboration using camouflage body painting. A boy in tattered clothes sits on steps, painted to blend perfectly into the stone — a literal portrayal of social invisibility. See the rest here!: The Invisibility of Poverty
7. When We Go — Louis Masai in London, UK
Painted in Shoreditch, this piece features bees next to the warning: “When we go, we’re taking you all with us.” The bold message is a direct statement on environmental collapse. More!: Bee Warning (8 Photos)
8. Knowledge Speaks – Wisdom Listens — WD in Athens, Greece
A powerful transformation of an abandoned building in Athens. WD (Wild Drawing) painted a owl, using the corner of the structure to split the eyes, turning a forgotten ruin into a wise guardian of the street. The title nods to the contrast between speaking and listening — between knowledge and wisdom. More by WD!: 3D Street Art by WD (7 Murals)
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Which one is your favorite?