Street art around Hackney
A recent visit to the east end of London opened my eyes to a world of street art that I wanted to share here. Wandering around the wider Hackney area the walls are a kaleidoscope of colours, shapes, fonts and plenty of humour. Derelict buildings have been given a facelift. The art, in some cases, is incredibly beautiful and I was amazed at how much talent is on display.
I even saw some art in progress along one of the canals, guys with spray paints were working on another visual explosion of colour as passers-by looked on. The artistry and the amount of effort that is put in is quite impressive, especially when someone else could come along soon afterwards and overwrite the work with newer graffiti. I wonder if there is a band of brothers who respect each other and work happily together in this endeavour?
Take a look at this selection and let me know what you think.
Isn't this beautiful?
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| Beautiful graffiti |
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| Colourful graffiti on the streets |
I like the humorous touches.
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| See the face in the window? |
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| Derelict building in East London |
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| Cycling past street art |
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| Here's Wally |
Here a work in progress...
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| Artist at work |
Somewhere for a chat?
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| Chatting by the Earthling? |
I love the humour in this...
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| Meanwhile in East London.... |
A decorated supporting post in an underpass, art and cans!
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| Cans as decoration |
Amazing art.
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| A set of beautiful images |
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| Delightful |
Social commentary?
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| Huh? |
Some locals don't appreciate the fact that the area is being gentrified.
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| Social commentary |
I'm sure you'll agree it is a colourful place to visit!
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| Graffiti everywhere! |
Do you have a favourite image from above? if so let me know which one in the comments below.
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