Every week, over the next few weeks, Between 10and5 writer Thabang Buthelezi will be looking at a street art piece that takes on a unique flavour of the country
Street Art
This is Not Allowed: Four Graffiti Artists Journey up the West Coast of South Africa
4 Graffiti artists, AwehMigo, LoveLeigh, Fokalles and Marti Lund broke out of the city to explore their art along the West Coast in the area of Elands Bay.
BAZ-ART 2019 Theme Looks to Bettering the Future
Creating platforms for emerging and established from South Africa and the world, the Baz-Art Organization is back with its fourth edition of the International Public Art Festival (IPAF). The international festival invites local and international street artists to create one of a kind street art murals, giving the public a […]
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[CROP] Project – Questioning societal issues through street art and photography
The [CROP] Project is using the power of collaboration, art & photography to not only disrupt, but to empower & promote positive change in South Africa.
South African Creatives Abroad – Internationally Acclaimed Street Artist Sonny Talks About Finding Your ‘Uniqueness’ And Street Art Confidence
English-born street artist Sonny gives 10and5 a glimpse into his life as an international artist.
Artist Wesley van Eeden creates epic mural at Durban taxi rank
Wesley Van Eeden’s street art mural ‘The Taxi Dance’ holds its own at the newly revamped Cartwright Taxi Rank in Durban’s city centre.
Pasties, tags and structures – A look at street art around Venice Biennale 2017
At the Venice Biennale you’ll find art both in the gallery space and in the streets. Here are a few of our favourite paste ups and graffiti murals from this year’s Biennale.
Photo Essay: Street art from around the world by Nicholas Rawháni
From New York, to Isreal, Jozi and London – the art that strikes him most is the kind that’s filled with sincerity and intention.
6 female graf artists you should know
From the big names to those still exploring their style, get to know a few of the local artists pioneering an inclusive space for women in graffiti.
Urban Renaissance: The African graffiti movement
In terms of graffiti and street art, Africa boasts the smallest output, but it’s not as insignificant you might think.
From tags to murals – South African graffiti’s move into the accepted public eye
Previously viewed as an immature activity with ties to gangsterism and senseless vandalism, South African graffiti is now an increasingly accepted artform.
Cultural space in a contemporary time: An introduction to Jeppestown’s street art
Jeppestown’s impressive collection of street art is testament to an ever-evolving community that is creative, traditional and contemporary.
Making art of advertising: Hand painted storefronts from Ontdekkers Road to the Jozi CBD
Driving along Ontdekkers Road and into the heart of Johannesburg’s CBD, you’ll pass numerous stores adorned with their very own brand of art.
Education is #NotACrime: Fighting the System and Sparking Conversations Through Street Art
Using street art as a tool to campaign the rights of minorities who have been denied access to basic rights and education in Iran.
Faith47 Elicits the Beauty in the Everyday Through Her Multimedia Exhibition, ‘Aqua Regalia’
In her latest exhibition ‘Aqua Regalia – Chapter Two’, South African artist Faith47 interrogates the dichotomy between the mundane and the sacred.
