The streets of Athens are covered with paint by local “artists”.
It is no wonder because that has been the case since the ancient times and has been a part of the city since its birth.
There are some works that are without a meaning, lack of talent and done out of a pure boredom. On the other hand there is also a large amount of art out there that has a message. They are also skillfully done and emotive.
At least emotions are awakened by the property owners, who call this kind of art Greek tragedy or vandalism and who have an ongoing battle with these kinds of artists. Little do they care that the opposite troops says they have just transformed boring walls to a street gallery of beautiful art.
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| Copyright 2011 Jan |
It is no wonder because that has been the case since the ancient times and has been a part of the city since its birth.
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| Copyright 2011 Jan |
There are some works that are without a meaning, lack of talent and done out of a pure boredom. On the other hand there is also a large amount of art out there that has a message. They are also skillfully done and emotive.
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| Copyright 2011 Jan |
At least emotions are awakened by the property owners, who call this kind of art Greek tragedy or vandalism and who have an ongoing battle with these kinds of artists. Little do they care that the opposite troops says they have just transformed boring walls to a street gallery of beautiful art.
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| Copyright 2011 Jan |
Anyway, while street art is there, here are some of the thrilling and mouthwatering pieces from the streets of Athens. Try to find them out or sit back and enjoy!
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| Copyright 2011 Jan |
Areas popular with street art are the Exarchion, Plaka, Psiri, Gazi. Comment here if you think you know where a peace of street art in the picture is taken. Anyone, anyone? :D
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| Copyright 2011 Jan |
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| Copyright 2011 Jan |
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