In early May, we stayed in a Hampton Inn just south of Waterloo Train Station in London. In searching for directions to the Thames River Boats, I came across the Graffiti Tunnels, also known as the Leake Street Arches. Off I went on one of my exploratory walks. It may be graffiti, but some of it is very good art.
Some of that art is incredible.
ReplyDeleteThe urge to create finds many ways to be displayed.
DeleteThere is some great art, but all so temporary.
ReplyDeleteI wonder who is the bloke in black and white wearing a leather jacket.
It is a great portrait, but I was thinking the same thing, this will all be gone in a few short years.
DeleteImpressive!
ReplyDeleteSo much talent in the world.
DeleteSome look a little grimy and unfriendly, but others are amazing; it's always interesting to see art that's generally done in minutes rather than months or years.
ReplyDeleteHard to put this in a gallery.
DeleteI wonder how "they" decide who to paint over and who to leave up. It's impressive!
ReplyDeleteIt seems to be managed in some way.
DeleteThat's an amazing spot. You are right, there is some great talent displayed here.
ReplyDeleteHave you been there?
DeleteEven though I am a passport-carrying bona fide Englishman, I had never heard of The Leake Street Arches. Thanks for sharing David.
ReplyDeleteThere are a million places to see in London, then there is England to explore.
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