Toronto artist and animator Aiden Glynn of Pizza and Pixels has taken to the streets to create some googly-eyed street art pieces.
Re-appropriation in the name of art is always cool, and often overshadows the original meaning or purpose of the object itself -- just ask Banksy. These pieces take basic items like a street divider and turn them into cute monsters without needing very many add-ons. All of the pieces use the googly-eyes and often one other aspect to tie it all together, such as a moustache or small fuzz for hair.
Considering how the weather has hit Toronto this year, citizens could definitely use some cheering up, and these googly-eyed street art pieces could do the trick. You'll find these pieces in Liberty Village in Toronto.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Re-appropriation Art
- Creating art pieces by re-appropriating everyday objects and giving them a new meaning or purpose.
- Minimalist Street Art
- Using very few add-ons to create street art pieces, often focusing on just one or two elements to tie it all together.
- Humorous Street Art
- Creating street art pieces that are whimsical and funny in nature, adding a bit of humor to the urban environment.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Art and Design
- Opportunity for artists and designers to create unique and humorous street art pieces that add to the urban landscape.
- Tourism and Hospitality
- Cities can use these street art pieces to promote tourism and add to the overall visitor experience.
- Advertising and Marketing
- Opportunity for companies to create advertising campaigns around these street art pieces to target a younger, creative demographic.
