Street art has become an increasingly popular form of artistic expression worldwide. From small alleyways to the sides of towering skyscrapers, street art can be found in just about every corner of any city. Here are 15 examples of incredible street art that will inspire you and your students.
1) The mural on the side of a building in East London by famous artist Banksy is one of his most iconic works. It depicts two children embracing each other while wearing gas masks, making a statement about the effects of war on innocent civilians.
2) In Brooklyn, New York, there is an entire block dedicated to street art known as the Bushwick Collective. Artists from all over the world come here to showcase their work on walls and buildings along this stretch.
3) Shepard Fairey’s “Hope” poster became an iconic symbol during Barack Obama’s presidential campaign in 2008. This image can still be seen as graffiti or stickers throughout many cities today.
4) Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra created a massive mural in Rio de Janeiro for the Olympics depicting five faces representing different continents and cultures coming together in unity.
5) French artist JR used his signature style to create a giant installation on the Mexican side of the US-Mexico border wall featuring a child peering over with curiosity into America.
6) A mural painted by Belgian artist Roa in Atlanta showcases several animals native to Georgia including raccoons, deer, and rabbits. The intricate details make this piece particularly impressive.
7) In Sao Paulo, Brazil, Brazilian twin brothers Gustavo and Otavio Pandolfo (aka Os Gemeos) have left their mark with large murals depicting whimsical characters that often appear playful but also have deeper social commentary woven into them
8) The famous Italian street artist Blu has created some incredibly detailed murals all around Europe which often feature political or environmental messages hidden within them.
9) Melbourne-based Rone is a street artist known for his large-scale, realistic portraits of women. One of his most famous works is in Geelong, Australia where he painted a woman’s face on the side of an abandoned building.
10) In Paris, there is a street art space called La Tour 13 that was transformed by over 100 artists from around the world. The entire building became one giant work of art before being demolished to make way for new construction.
11) Titled “Love Me” and created by Curtis Kulig, this simple message is found all over New York City as well as other cities worldwide on stickers, posters and even billboards.
12) Los Angeles-based artist Retna has developed his own unique style which often incorporates calligraphy with vibrant colors and patterns. His murals can be found throughout many American cities including Miami and New York City.
13) In Bristol, England there are several works by Banksy including “Girl With A Balloon,” which depicts a young girl reaching out for her red heart-shaped balloon that has floated away in the wind. It has become one of Banksy’s most recognizable pieces.
14) Chilean artist INTI combines elements of traditional South American culture with contemporary street art to create stunning large-scale murals that have been seen all over the world.
15) Lastly, we have one more piece from Shepard Fairey who created an enormous mural in Detroit featuring two clasped hands holding up flowers growing through concrete – symbolizing hope and resilience amidst tough times.
These are just some examples of incredible street art from around the world that can inspire both creativity and social awareness among your students. By studying these pieces together they will learn about different cultures, artistic styles and techniques while also exploring deeper themes such as politics or environmental issues.