It's no secret that I am a huge supporter of Street Art, preferably the works that have taken over our beloved city of Paris. If I had a smart phone and not my crusty, yet extremely reliable Nokia phone, I would totally download the Urbacolors Street Art App, but I don't. I rely on my clunky camera that I wear around my neck like a tourist, and snap what tickles me fancy.
Well today, something exceptional happened, absolutely exceptional! Not only did I see some new pieces up, but I captured the actual artists (who apparently are not in hiding) Fred le Chevalier and Rubbish Cube actually putting them up! They drew in quite a crowd of other enthusiasts, whose ages actually surprised me. I would expect that their core fans would be my age and younger, but Seb and I were in fact minorities in a sea of vieille dames and old men, who were filming, taking photos and of course, making comments. I guess Paris really is ready for this Street Art revolution.
This city never ceases to surprise me. Even on a lazy Sunday afternoon. I hope you are all enjoying this beautiful day and remembered to call your dads (if you are able to)!
Fred le Chevalier setting up.
Fred getting to work!
Collaborating other artists in his piece, as a part of the Urban Collage Initiative.The mask is an homage to artist Rubbish Cube and the diamond for Diamantaire.
Rubbish Cube putting up his hand-cut piece.Each piece takes 150 hours to cut.Holy dedication!
The finished product!Check out the exhibit of the participating artists in the Urban Collage Collective at:Le Cabinet d'Amateur Gallery12, rue de la Forge Royale75011 Paris
What was happening a year ago today! This!
