Posts Tagged ‘street art’

Felix Morelo Brings His Faces to the Bowery

Posted: March 11, 2010 at 6:11 am

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While strolling the Bowery yesterday morning, we came across a hopscotch matrix of faces chalked on the sidewalk outside the Bowery Mission.  Spanning nearly half the concrete between Rivington and Stanton, the graffiti layout included 180 faces, marked at various numeric intervals, as well as a “good luck spot” starting circle.  Check it out before [...]

Eldridge Street Stikman

Posted: March 5, 2010 at 6:34 am

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Outside 132 Eldridge Street is a veritable canvas of colorfully detailed Stikman art.  It’s nice to see such a unique presentation, especially since most Stikmen in the neighborhood seem to be flattened in the streets.

Another TrustoCorp Rogue Sign Sighting on Second Avenue

Posted: February 15, 2010 at 6:17 am

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Rogue sign sightings around the neighborhood continue.  This faux “fallout shelter” sign by TrustoCorp is located at the corner of Second Avenue and Third Street.

Be sure to drop us a line if you spot one!

The Kisses Down Houston Street

Posted: February 12, 2010 at 9:25 am

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In anticipation of Valentine’s Day, a number of the bell-shaped abutments along the West Houston median were transformed into life-sized Hershey Kisses. Each tag has its own love-themed message, along with the requisite website shoutout.

More Rogue Street Signs Discovered on Houston

Posted: February 12, 2010 at 6:18 am

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There are more rogue street signs to report.  Our latest discoveries are actually around the corner from the “broke is the new black” on Orchard Street. Located just outside the recently-shuttered Ashkara is this trifecta of greatness.

Dickchicken Revealed

Posted: January 7, 2010 at 11:18 am

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Whether through spray paint or wheat-paste, the hilarious stamp of Dickchicken is all over the Lower East Side.  And, as it turns out, much of the city.  Ever wanted to meet the guy?  Well, now’s your chance to get to know him a little better.  Gothamist steers us to this video with the street artist, [...]