Inspired by our human impulse to create, Chuck Sperry’s solo exhibition Only Human at Harman Projects underscores what it means to be a maker in the 21st century. The exhibition spans Sperry’s long and influential career, featuring new silkscreen prints from the artist’s ongoing “Muse” series and rare works from his archive. Straddling fine art, entertainment, and craftsmanship, Sperry believes being “only” human is something extraordinary. When algorithms and computers do creative work, where do artists or craftsmen fit in? This question is personal for Sperry: as the design and production o ..read more

James Reka’s latest show, Floriana, opens at Backwoods Gallery, Melbourne this week. The Australian artist returns to his hometown for the first time in six years for this body of work, completed partly at his studio in Malta, and in residence at the gallery. As part of the original Everfresh Crew, Reka initially made his mark in the laneways and train lines of Melbourne’s inner-suburbs where he spent over a decade developing his surrealist style. Working across bold colour palettes that are defined by their themes in each body of work, Reka’s nods to classical cubism are enhanced with techni ..read more

In the heart of Paris, a thought-provoking mural titled “Skin” emerges as a testament to the complexities of human existence. Created by renowned artist David Dela Mano, this mural serves as the centerpiece of an exhibition organized by the Roaming Gallery, captivating audiences with its profound exploration of borders. Located at 47 Rue Barrault in the vibrant neighborhood of L’Île-de-France, “Skin” invites viewers to contemplate the multifaceted nature of borders beyond their physical manifestations. Delving into the depths of human experience, the mural portrays the struggles and triumph ..read more

In an unexpected corner of London’s Finsbury Park, a new Banksy piece silently confronts passersby with a jarring juxtaposition of life and decay. Unannounced but unmistakably Banksy, the artwork features a lifeless tree standing in stark contrast to a backdrop of vibrant green splatters—created, in a twist of irony, with a fire extinguisher. This vivid use of color and medium not only captivates visually but also provokes a deep contemplation of the themes it presents. The stark imagery of a dead tree in a park, where life is expected to flourish, is immediately compelling. Behind it, the wa ..read more

Here is a collection of images from Levalet’s latest series, an ongoing project that the French street artist is delivering to the streets of Paris. The play between shadow and reality is evident in these life size paste ups, a gap between will and ambition, or simply between present and future of the subjects caught in a moment of their lives. Levalet is not new at all to a critical commentary on our society, over the years he has developed a personal style resulting from an acute observation of reality, while always maintaining a poetic and never cynical gaze. One of the defining aspects of ..read more

Matthew A. Eller: I am here today with the one and only Dan The Automator Nakamura and Phil Reese from Good Luck Dry Cleaners, and we are going to talk about art. So Dan, can you tell everybody briefly who you are, and what you do?  Dan The Automator: They call me Dan The Automator. Traditionally, I’m a record producer.  I’ve done a bunch of records including Dr. Octagon, Deltron 3030, Handsome Boy Modeling School, Gorillaz… I’ve got a new single coming out in January with the Black Keys… Matthew A. Eller: And you have a beautiful hybrid home & art gallery here in Alphabet City ..read more

Renowned street artist Giulio Vesprini has recently unveiled a captivating mural as part of the Asalto Festival in Zaragoza. Nestled in the enchanting “La Jota” neighborhood, this masterpiece finds its canvas amidst a place rich in history and architectural charm. La Jota, with its roots dating back to an ambitious 1947 housing project, was envisioned as a garden city, where modest-sized homes would be complemented by communal gardens or orchards. The visionary project aimed to provide affordable housing for local workers, with meticulous planning by architects José Beltrán and Fausto Ga ..read more

In the early days of 2021, a personal encounter with the prison system opened doors to a unique opportunity. Gabriella Cianciolo, a professor at the University of Cologne, extended an invitation to become a speaker in the interdisciplinary “Graffiti Art in Prison” project, aptly named GAP. Eagerly embracing the chance, our protagonist proposed taking the initiative a step further by organizing a workshop within the confines of Florence Sollicciano jail. Sollicciano prison, like many correctional facilities worldwide, exists in a shadowy space on the periphery between two municipalities – Flor ..read more

#carlomccormick, @erichazenyc It’s seminal! There were certain things that became the means by which hip-hop culture conquered the world, the original memes of graffiti and rap that went global. And this is the very first movie to do that. So it’s super, super important. It’s naive, and fresh, and not cynical. If you think about how urban movies are so much about the grit, crime, and despair, stuff like that, this movie is actually a really happy optimistic kind of film… In so many ways this was a really joyful kind of thing.  And really, what’s more radical than joy? – Carlo McCormick ..read more

Saype has gained international recognition for his massive, environmentally conscious art installations that transcend the boundaries of traditional street art. His approach to art is never about ego or self-promotion, instead, he aimed to use his art as a means to convey messages of unity, peace, and sustainability. He describes his work as a “positive gesture” that aims to inspire and bring people together. Here’s the latest giant eco responsible landart painting from the “Beyond Walls” project in Hatay, Turkey. Created into Defne (750m2) this artwork was created using natural pigments made ..read more