# Culturally Urban Graffiti These INTI Street Art Murals Fuse Contemporary Concepts and Tradition By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-07-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inti-street-art References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/inti-street-art) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/INTI.INTI.INTI) These INTI street art wall murals are created by the Chilean graffiti artist. These expressive art pieces aim to fuse modern concepts along with traditional iconography. Showcasing cultural imagery like [Latin-American carnival symbols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tequila-don-julio-launches), these street graphics give personality to run-down urban environments. From dressed-up clowns wearing multi-colored patterns to religious idols and political slogans, these spirited INTI [street art murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enigmatic-graffiti) embody the Chilean culture. From joy to pain, the artist creates a social commentary with his work, exploring the country's ongoing struggle with poverty and lack of various resources like food, clothing and shelter. These bold [graffiti paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rusto) leave a lasting impression on residents and tourists as they exude positivity, hope and a nationalist sense of pride. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cultural Fusion Art:** Exploring fusion between established and emerging art styles and iconography to reflect diverse cultural identities. - **Social Commentary Graffiti:** Using street art as a medium for social and political commentary. - **Community Art Revitalization:** Transforming urban environments and abandoned spaces into community art hubs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Artistic Expression and Public Art:** Creating socially conscious public art as a tool for cultural expression. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** Integrating street art into urban tourism and hospitality experiences. - **Urban Planning and Revitalization:** Partnering with street artists to revitalize and transform urban spaces through public art initiatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Digital Graffiti NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graffiti-wall-collection.md) - [Statement Wall Covering Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-muro.md) - [Indigenous Form Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile.md) - [Whiskey-Themed Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upfest.md) - [Food-Inspired Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-pics.md) - [Confectionary Graffiti Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolly-rancher-gummie.md) - [Vibrant City Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-karl2.md) - [Evolved Vibrant Graffiti Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jan-kalb.md)