34 Times An Artist Renewed City Walls And Sidewalks Through Astonishing Pop Culture Character Illustrations

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For some, street art represents a form of vandalism. But if an artwork enhances the aesthetic appeal of an uninteresting wall or sidewalk, is it still considered art?

In the realm of street art, there are typically two opposing viewpoints. One perspective argues that it is hardly art and that it detracts from urban architecture, while the other believes it is art that not only adds color to the grayness of concrete walls but also imbues older structures with a stronger sense of character. As Dr. Dan Gilbert, a happiness researcher, states, "Art has the power to transform spaces and elevate our emotional experience of the environment."

However, since the works of one particular artist, better known by his stage name EFIX, genuinely contribute to the "restoration" of the city, it is difficult to dispute the value of his creations. EFIX is a musician, artist, and graphic designer who felt compelled to beautify Barcelona’s dull streets.

The artist creates recognizable and beloved pop culture figures derived from cartoons that most people associate with their childhood. In the style of EFIX, a meaningless sign transforms into the zinc of the Chez Moe bar, a pipe becomes Lisa Simpson’s saxophone, and a mailbox is reimagined as the Post Office SpongeBob.

There’s a small green figure on the streetlights, a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle, and much more. See how Barcelona appears more vibrant than ever by viewing some of his works below.

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1. Mr. Simpson is here

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2. If it's not Super Mario

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3. And that's how you make use of Earth's elements

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4. So accurate

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5. Such a cute little cat

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6. This turtle seems happy to be crushed

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7. Who wants some free hugs?

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8. Very clever

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9. Let's go, you can do it...

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10. Making it feel like home

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11. This is so adorable

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12. You think you're smart, huh?

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13. Up, up, we go...

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14. Have a nice day

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15. I caught the rat

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16. When you have "natural" hair

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17. Oh no!

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18. Want to help me push it down?

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19. Spot the Apple logo...

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20. The one and only Pinocchio

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21. Just here, wondering how to get my hat back

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22. You've got the whole building...

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23. Run!

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24. I guess they're having a discussion

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25. I'd be sending mails every day

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26. Nothing here, he's just doing his thing

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27. Wait, oops!

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28. It's Captain America to the rescue

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29. This is absolutely lovely

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30. Just contributing my own quota

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31. Release the superpower in you

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32. When you just have to let it all out

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33. Red light, red light, stop! Okay, it's actually the green light, so you can go

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34. And this is how we wrap it all up

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EFIX utilizes his work to "repair" the unsightly cityscape, such as damaged pipes and fissures in concrete walls. His tools are the amusing drawings and images he creates of pop culture figures that seamlessly integrate into the walls and sidewalks.

Clearly, one can see that art interacts with its environment in a very natural way, giving cities a more vibrant appearance.