September 30, 2023 Artists Stepping onto the sun-drenched boulevards of Los Angeles, one is immediately enveloped by the late summer heat, punishing sun, and a hallucinatory state as you peruse images – a kaleidoscope of dreams, both realized and shattered. The city pulses with an undeniable energy, each person an ode to ambition, reinvention, and survival. Amidst the thrum of […]
Born in Seoul and currently based in London, artist Minyoung Kim explores the kind of inner thoughts and feelings that are difficult to express in words. Using raw, un-stretched canvas, Kim portrays ironic scenes in “a soft manner,” creating a tone that she refers to as “strange but cute” or “creepy cute.” Her paintings reflect on past memories or moments […]
Zaragoza’s Asalto Festival, in its recent edition, once again demonstrates a magnetic pull in the world of street art, attracting both local talent and international artists. Nestled in La Jota, one of Zaragoza’s most historic neighborhoods, the festival radiated creativity on the streets from September 15 to 24. Not only did it reclaim its mural game, but it also embraced […]
A lovely series about the ways in which we reflect on moments of heightened emotion by San Francisco-based photographer Amber Hakim. In grappling with intense feelings like love, loss or desire, Hakim challenges the old adage that time heals all wounds, suggesting instead that how we engage (or disassociate) from such memories can often “hold time hostage.” In this sense, […]
In the heart of the Emilia Romagna region, close to Ferrara, a new mural brings a favorite cinematic moment to life. Towering on a wall as part of the “Gherardi città del Cinema project,” it showcases the iconic figure of King Kong, but not quite as we traditionally know him. Behind this reimagined portrayal stands Alessio “Bolo” Bolognesi, an urban […]
Fascinated by space, sci-fi, and the mysteries of the universe, Istanbul-based illustrator and art director Princess Hidir explores extraordinary worlds. Their artwork often revolves around themes of undiscovered planets and alien creatures while also reflecting their passion for nature. Music and veganism are also major sources of inspiration alongside film and animation. Envisioning a world of empathy, respect, and coexistence, […]
September 24, 2023 Artists, BSA Images Of The Week Welcome to BSA Images of the Week! It’s no joke, this feeling of connectedness across cities and time zones that the street art and graffiti scene encourages – and often, it all overlaps in NYC, yo! This week, we have Martin Whatson and Hama Woods from Norway on the wall in […]
A selection of forest paintings by UK-based artist Gianni Notarianni. The series was inspired by a residency in Ontario, Canada at a turning point in his life. Transitioning from monk to painter, Notarianni found in the forests outside Toronto a visual equivalent to his interior journey. His work offers a meditative exploration of the transcendent as seen in the rhythms […]
A Labyrinth of Plastic Waste / Laberinto de Residuos Plasticos. Shanghai 2023. From the vibrant streets of Madrid to cities across the globe, the anonymous art collective Luzinterruptus, has been painting the world with their luminous creations for about 15 years. Known for their temporary light-based installations crafted from recycled materials, this Spanish-origin ensemble often draws inspiration from environmental concerns. […]
Born in China and based in New York, artist Jiannan Wu specializes in sculpture. He received his BFA in Sculpture from China Academy of Art and his MFA in Sculpture from New York Academy of Art. Through his wall-mounted reliefs, Wu presents an array of social events, from politics to sports, as a way of exploring themes of contemporary urban […]