From Street to Gallery: How Graffiti’s Biggest Names Made the Leap to the Gallery
We’re proud to be from a city where graffiti is celebrated as the art form that is. Street art in Brighton is some of the best in the world. From Banksy’s Kissing Coppers and Req’s handiwork on the Prince Albert Pub, to the works of street art legends, Postman, SinnaOne and Cassette Lord – Brighton is a city that knows great art when it sees it.
While it hasn’t always been recognised as such, graffiti wall art is a powerful driver of progress. Street artists aren’t just brightening dull corners of cities, they’re spreading empowering social and political messages that raise awareness and bring communities together.
Just a few decades ago, graffiti was considered the medium of a subculture of outsiders. Now this raw and expressive artform has transformed to a sought-after gem in the profile of every self-respecting art collector. In 2024, spray paint artworks can be found in museums, galleries and auction houses, as the art world continues to acknowledge the power of street art to reach the hearts and minds of the masses.
In today’s blog, we’re diving into the world of street art to see how the scene began, and how some of Enter Gallery’s most popular artists made the leap from the street to the gallery.
Date:
13 April 2024
