Can You Identify These Famous London Street Art Pieces?
Just landed in London? Bet! Let's see if you vibe with the city's epic street art scene. Spot these iconic murals and graffiti pieces to prove you're basically a local already.
Frequently Asked Questions
Banksy is an anonymous, world-famous street artist known for satirical and thought-provoking stencil graffiti, often with political messages. Loads of his (now protected) works can be found, or *were* found, around London.
An area in East London known for its vibrant street art, trendy bars, vintage shops, and tech startups. It's *the* place to wander around if you want to see loads of murals and graffiti.
A British street artist famous for his simple, large stick figures. They might look basic, but they convey a lot of emotion and are a beloved sight across London.
It's a bit blurry! Graffiti often refers to illegal writing or drawings (like tags). Street Art is a broader term for visual art created in public locations, often encompassing murals, stencils, installations, etc., and can be commissioned or done illicitly.
James Cochran (Jimmy C) is an Australian artist known for his distinctive 'drip painting' or 'scribble portrait' style. His most famous London piece is the David Bowie mural in Brixton.
A British muralist and illustrator known for his highly detailed, surreal, and often monochrome characters and scenes that look like they came from an old storybook. You can find his large-scale works in various spots, often a bit hidden away.
Basically, a really big painting done straight onto a wall. Unlike smaller graffiti or tags, murals are often large-scale pieces that cover significant surface area, sometimes commissioned by building owners.
