# Vibrant Geometric Graffiti This Josef Kristofoletti Artwork Brightens This Wall in Panama City By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-04-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/josef-kristofoletti References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/kristofoletti-in-bienal-del-sur-panama-2013/) Austin-based artist Josef Kristofoletti created this [3D masterpiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mathematically-shaped) on a dull concrete wall in Panama City as part of an international art initiative. The mural is painted on the side of Teatro Balboa and has completely transformed the dull, grey wall into a [colorful, angular surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorscape-installation) that invites passersby to stop and take a closer look. The 'Protein Lite' mural paintings were created as part of the first biennial of the South in Panama 2013. This initiative encourages artists from all over the globe to use [street art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hubbabubbabuilding) to promote urban culture in central America. The bright jewel colors and prism shapes certainly brighten up this dull wall. This three dimensional artwork is sure to look even better in the summer sunshine. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/kristofoletti-in-bienal-del-sur-panama-2013/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Geometric Street Art:** Opportunity for artists to use geometric shapes in street art to transform urban spaces. - **International Art Initiatives:** Opportunity to collaborate with artists from around the world to promote urban culture. - **3D Mural Paintings:** Opportunity to create interactive and visually engaging artwork using three-dimensional techniques. ### Where This Applies - **Street Art:** Opportunity for artists and organizations to utilize street art as a means of urban beautification. - **Art Tourism:** Opportunity to attract tourists by showcasing vibrant and visually appealing street art installations. - **Cultural Events:** Opportunity to organize international art initiatives and biennials that promote artistic diversity and urban culture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Evolved Vibrant Graffiti Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jan-kalb.md) - [Nature-Inspired Urban Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kriskadecor-1.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Vibrant City Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-karl2.md) - [Colorful Geometric Artist Residencies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-neptuna.md) - [Color-Blending Kinetic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/felipe-pantone.md) - [Candy-Like Colorful Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gele-series.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [Vibrant Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rico-gatson.md)