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Many consider New York to be the cradle of street art. From the earliest examples of tagging in the early 60s to modern-day graffiti culture, the Big Apple has always been a place where various forms of self-expression prosper not only within four walls of studios and galleries but also in the city streets. You do not have to look too hard to stumble upon amazing street art in NYC. If you want to differentiate between the kinds of street art and impress your fellow explorers of New York, this guide is for you.

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Every city has something to be proud of. Historical sights, gastronomical experiences, art museums, and galleries — there is always a thing or two that can be put on a travel brochure. Some points of pride are less salient than others because only locals and tourists with specific interests know about them. The 2019 Banksy mural in Venice is undeniably a cult destination for fans of the mysterious street artist. It was only a matter of time until the Culture Ministry of Italy decided to take the preservation and protection of one of the two Italian Banksy street art pieces under control.

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Ten years ago, a new Banksy mural appeared on one of the buildings in the Bronx, NY, as part of the artist’s month-long outdoor show. It depicted a boy painting the words “Ghetto 4 Life” on the wall while being served spray paint cans by a butler. The controversial piece drew a lot of mixed reactions from the public, including the members of the local community. In August 2023, it was announced that the owner of the building was planning on demolishing the building to make way for a new charter school, meaning that the mural would be removed.

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Careful, a hole! Just kidding, it is a drawing. Have you ever walked down the street and saw something so mind-boggling that you had to stop and take a closer look? This is exactly what 3D street art is trying to achieve. This art form entails creating an illusion to trick the audience into thinking it is real and showcase the artist’s skills. Here are five examples of cool illusion street art that will blow your mind.

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Street art is inseparable from the modern-day image of the Big Apple. This form of self-expression was born in this city when it was only seen as vandalism. However, attitudes toward graffiti have changed in the last couple of decades. Today, cool graffiti art can be found all around NYC. Here are five locations that you can visit to experience this art form and get in touch with the culture around it.

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