URBAN APOLLO
Dimensions:
40 x 60 feet
Materials used:
Spray paint, acrylic paint, airbrush techniques on concrete wall
Year:
2019
IDEA/CONCEPT
This mural reimagines classical beauty in a contemporary urban setting. Inspired by ancient sculptures, Urban Apollo fuses historical artistic mastery with the raw energy of street art. The exaggerated color palette and bold geometric background symbolize the evolution of artistic expression—from the marble halls of antiquity to the dynamic pulse of the modern city.
EXECUTION & PROCESS
The piece was created through multiple layering techniques, blending soft gradients with sharp highlights to enhance the lifelike presence of the subject. The artist used a meticulous shading approach to preserve the classical sculptural effect while injecting a neon vibrancy. The surrounding graffiti elements contrast against the refined face, reinforcing the juxtaposition between past and present.
PERSONAL REFLECTION
Art is timeless, and so is beauty. This piece reflects the harmony between old and new, between the artistic ideals of the past and the boundless creativity of the present. Looking up at this face, I want viewers to feel a connection—an unspoken dialogue between history and the streets we walk today.
OTHER STREET WORKS
Step into a world where the streets become the canvas—bold, immersive murals blending raw urban energy with classical influences. Explore the full gallery and witness the stories etched into every wall.
