Three young German artists that go by the name Mentalgassi and Mundano, a famous Brazilian street artist, have come together for a fun graffiti art project that helps to elevate the streets of Sao Paolo, Brazil. Known for securing public trash cans on poles, these artists are re-envisioned them as backpacks complete with portraits of people toting them around.
Fun and artistic, Mentalgassi and Mundano's re-interpretation helps to encourage people to not litter and instead throw out their garbage in a responsible way. Who wouldn't want to contribute to the content of these particular knapsacks? Perhaps this project will inspire other traveling street artists to hook up with local ones to better the streets of the latter's city.
Trash Backpack Street Art
Mentalgassi and Mundano Team Up to Enhance Garbage Cans in Sao Paolo
Trend Themes
1. Trash Can Art - The collaboration between Mentalgassi and Mundano has sparked a trend of using public trash cans as creative canvases for artistic expression.
2. Street Art Collaboration - The project in Sao Paolo showcases the trend of street artists from different countries collaborating to transform urban spaces into vibrant art galleries.
3. Environmental Awareness Through Art - Mentalgassi and Mundano's graffiti art project highlights a trend of using art to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote responsible waste disposal.
Industry Implications
1. Art & Design - Artists, both local and traveling, can explore opportunities to transform public spaces through artistic collaborations, thereby enhancing the cultural and aesthetic aspects of a city.
2. Environmental Services - Companies in the environmental services industry can leverage the growing trend of using creative art installations to promote sustainable waste management and encourage responsible consumer behavior.
3. Tourism & Hospitality - Cities can develop unique and engaging street art attractions that appeal to tourists, fostering economic growth in the tourism and hospitality industry while promoting civic pride.