This work is the result of Drawing Days, a festival which took place in 2017 and transformed Ghent into a paradise for graphic artists.
Various muralists could display their art and craft by embellishing the streets, façades and windows with their creations. Each artist had their own spot where they could give free rein to their creative imagination.
A big part of this work is gone. The White Cat, a party location in the neighbourhood, wanted a mural. Jamz painted a white cat with a speech bubble saying 'ssssshhhht Respect The Neighbours'.
The fact that art and functionality can go hand in hand is once again proven by Neel De Bruycker with her design for day centre De Wal. The artwork IN/OUT is a sculpture used for growing fruit and vegetables. The twork expands the day centre’s workshop activities and helps these adults develop themselves.
“You can look, but you can’t touch” is a warning applicable to many artworks, but not to Hans de Pelsmacker’s creation; climb it, clamber over it, look at it, touch it, play on it ... it’s all allowed!
Wallin' asked Huariu to make this work supported by Ibis Budget Hotel.
Portuguese artist Huariu has been active as a street artist since 2014 and acquired international fame with his black-and-white murals. He often draws inspiration from other cultures and peoples such as the Aboriginal Australians.