Beyond the Streets exhibition
Sources of inspiration are different for everyone and I’m taking a rare break from the world of textile art to share details of a Street Art and Graffiti exhibition. If you’re looking for inspiration for your practice or just want to surround yourself a brilliant dose of creativity I thoroughly recommend visiting BEYOND THE STREETS LONDON at the Saatchi Gallery.
Featuring over 100 artists from cities around the globe, it is immaculately exhibited over three floors – an impressive 70,000 square feet! Names of artists you instantly recognise (such as Keith Haring) to unknown gems show their skills and originality through paintings, photographs and installations.
Besides the art work itself, the curation by graffiti historian Roger Gastman is exceptional. A wall of images of hundreds of subway trains, a room where QR codes cover the floor and walls and a pop up record store where you can step back in time and pay an old favourite record all create memorable experiences. There are also some pieces such as a neon acrylic mural by Maya Hayuk that would make sensational quilts.
By taking street art into a world renowned gallery it is arguably impossible not to make street art into a corporate and established genre. But put this thought to one side, immerse yourself in a world of colour, graphics and history and you’ll have a great time.
BEYOND THE STREETS LONDON runs until 9th May 2023 at Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Road, London, SW3 4RY.
