Over the years, we’ve witnessed how graffiti has evolved from distasteful vandalism into acceptable street art. Apart from raising awareness on various social and political issues, many artists are also using this art form to simply spread happiness among local residents and passersby. French street artist Scaf is exactly among the latter as he adds a fun surprise to mundane city spaces with his mind-blowing 3D graffiti illusions.
Whether you’re hurriedly heading to work or casually strolling the streets, it’s just impossible not to notice Scaf’s stunning works. Aside from using bold colors, the talented artist also incorporates clever optical illusion designs that will surely turn heads and invite onlookers to do a double-take.
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French street artist Scaf adds a whimsical touch to mundane city spaces with his 3D graffiti illusions
His works typically feature realistic and larger-than-life paintings of wild animals like lions, cheetahs, snakes, and more. And as if that weren’t enough to cause panic in the city, he also makes them look as though they’re coming out of hiding and ready to wreak havoc. Indeed, his magnificent murals take the rather dull “concrete jungle” to a whole new whimsical level.
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In some cases, he also incorporates pop culture icons into his creations for an exciting twist. And as for the final touch, he takes photos with his creations and poses as part of the scene to complete the illusion. He also shares before and after shots of the spots he transforms, which all the more makes his works impressive.
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More than showcasing his artistry, Scaf aims to spread happiness through his works
“The main goal is to make people smile. So that the people who discover my paintings will have a moment of lightness in a world where everything goes so fast and crazy. I watch a lot of cartoons. My goal is also to get away from the problems of everyday life and dream.”
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What do you think of Scaf’s mind-blowing 3D graffiti murals? Let us know which one’s your favorite in the comments section below!