Category: Street art
Interview with Katya Gritseva
"In short, I can say about myself that I am a graphic artist, a poet, a socialist, a student activist, and a risky woman." An interview with Ukrainian illustrator Katya Gritseva.
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The Vibrant Mural that’s Captivating Santurce
The streets of Santurce, Puerto Rico, have been transformed by a mesmerizing 150-foot-tall mural created by international artist Danae Brissonnet.
Titled “Like Water,” the mural showcases a fantastical mermaid surrounded by vibrant colors and intricate symbols that tell the story of the local community. This captivating piece is more than just a work of art – it’s a collaboration between the artist and the people of Santurce. Let’s dive in and explore the magic behind this stunning mural.
A Glimpse into the World of Danae Brissonnet
Danae Brissonnet is a talented artist hailing from Quebec, Canada, with a passion for creating public murals, illustrations, masks, and puppets. Her work has adorned walls across Mexico, the United States, Canada, North Africa, West Africa, India, and Europe. Brissonnet’s vibrant and whimsical creations invite viewers to delve into a world of symbolism, myth, and metaphor.
For Brissonnet, art is a means of connecting with people and communities. She often conducts workshops in areas where art is not easily accessible, inspiring children to create and tell their stories through whatever materials they have at hand. Her work serves as a catalyst for change and inspiration in the places that need it most.
The Birth of “Like Water”
“Like Water” was created as part of the eighth edition of the Santurce Es Ley festival. The mural is located on the Bahía A building on Cerra street, chosen for its imposing presence and symbolic significance. Brissonnet’s masterpiece features a mermaid that serves as the fountain of youth, with vivid pink images representing the fauna and flora found in Santurce and Bahia.
The creation process was a collaborative effort involving the community living in the Bahía A building. Brissonnet consulted with the residents to gather their thoughts and ideas, which were then incorporated into the mural’s imagery. This collaboration between the artist and the local community reflects the spirit of Santurce Es Ley and the power of art to bring people together.
The Team Behind the Scenes
No great work of art is created in isolation, and “Like Water” was no exception. Danae Brissonnet was supported by a team of extraordinary individuals who lent their hands and hearts to the month-long painting process. Working through long days and nights, sometimes under headlights, the team’s dedication and passion brought this mural to life, leaving a lasting impact on the community of Santurce.
“Like Water” is more than just a mural – it’s a symbol of unity, collaboration, and the transformative power of art. Danae Brissonnet’s captivating creation serves as a testament to the importance of engaging with communities and sharing stories through vibrant, imaginative works of art.
For more information on Danae Brissonnet and her work, check out her website and follow her on Instagram. To learn more about the Santurce Es Ley festival, visit their Instagram.
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Sur mes photos "Panini"
Quelques graffs de qualité à la mode d'aujourd'hui (la mode est la seule chose qui se démode disait Pierre Reverdy s'il m'en souvient). Photos au misérable format Panini ! Comment concilier graff et photo ; comment élever mes photos à la hauteur du graff sans le dénaturer ? Commencer par relire Walter Benjamin et Susan Sontag peut-être...
Harvesting the Wisdom of our Ancestors
With Visioning Colibrí, I set out to visualize the future of Hummingbird Farm, an urban agriculture project created and stewarded by PODER, an environmental justice organization growing out of the...
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Eroded Rubik’s Cube in the Netherlands
Eroded Rubik’s Cube at Scheveningen Harbour in the Netherlands.
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This is also in Scheveningen Harbour. A memorial site for five drowned surfers in May 2020.
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STREET ART UTOPIA
Endangered Species Murals #29: the American Burying Beetle in Tulsa, OK
I traveled to Tulsa in October of 2022 to collaborate on this mural with an artist that I’ve admired for a long time. Kathleen Neeley is an illustrator and printmaker...
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This mural reveals itself when you look at its reflection in the water
Street Artist Ray Bartkus
“Floating World” by Ray Bartkus in Marijampolė, Lithuania 2015.
Ray Bartkus intentionally painted it upside-down so that the swimmers, rowers and swans he depicted would be reflected right-side-up onto the river Šešupė, which flows through the city’s center.
A visitor visiting the old dam will constantly rediscover the drawing. “It simply came to our notice then. The drawing itself is drawn in reverse and its true order is reflected only in the water. I hope that every time we pass, people will discover something new, because this drawing, like our days of life, will be different than it was yesterday. “
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In Solidarity with UIC UF Striking Faculty!
Public Education has been under attack for years and the current faculty strike at the University of Illinois Chicago is part of a larger conversation we need to have about...
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