London Street Art

Many famous street artists have originated in London. Banksy, for example, the graffiti artist know for his satiric paintings and stencils concerning politics, society, and ethics, is renown world-wide for his graffiti art. In the Tate Britain (one of London's famous art museums) I bought a book of street art and it served to perpetuate my fascination with street art and its punk and anarchic origins. These photos come from a skate park that is sandwiched between two of London's most prestigious theaters, the National Theater and the Royal Theater. Everyday artists come with their paint and make something totally awesome. You never see the same thing two days in a row because these artists continually have the opportunity to paint freely, even in the day light. It was really cool to watch them work.