While street art is often best known for covering walls, many artists prefer a more three dimensional canvas. Staircases are a simple piece of urban architecture that we usually don't give a second thought, unless that thought it 'How many more steps til I reach the top!?'
Here are some examples of street artists subverting the norm, and turning inconspicuous staircases into incredible works of public art. Stairs are a change to play with shape and perspective that you don't get when painting murals on walls. Keep scrolling to get inspired to paint your own front steps at home!
1. This rainbow staircase in Istanbul.
Image via
Thewholeworldisaplaygound.com
2. The amazingly detailed scenes on these steps in Valparaiso, Chile.
Artwork by Mario Celedon
Image via
spotstreetart.com
3. This Kaleidoscope of colours and patterns in Chicago.
Image via
Richie Diesterheft / Flickr
4. Music for your eyes? Artwork from Valparaiso, Chile.
Image via
Trip Advisor
5. These long steps in a bright geometric design by Dihzahyners in Beirut, Lebanon.
Image via
cuded.com
6. This mosaic staircase in San Francisco.
By Aileen Barr and Colette Crutcher, put together as part of a neighborhood project.
Image via
californiathroughmylens.com
7. These stunning Koi fish on a staircase in Seoul, South Korea.
Artist unknown. Image via
Pinterest.
8. This work by Xomatok in Lima, Peru titled 'Snake of Light.'
Image via
mymodernmet.com
9. Who says you need to use paint to make art?
This origami staircase was created by
Mademoiselle Maurice in Angers, France.
Image via
mymodernmet.com
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You can view the gallery of work by talented independent artists and message them directly about your idea.
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