Last Updated on August 4, 2022 by teamobn
![Here’s a piece of functional street art. What do you think of this bus stop?](http://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/umbrellabusstop.jpg)
Urban arts; public arts. Not quite the same but close enough for us to feel comfortable putting them in the same gallery. Graffiti? We have no time for it. We feel it is just another form of vandalism.
Urban art is a type of craft that is usually found in urban areas. It can be anything from graffiti to murals to street art. Urban art often has a message or story that it is trying to tell.
Public art is a craft that is created in a public space. This can include sculptures, paintings, installations, and other forms of art. Public art can be created by anyone, from professional artists to amateurs.
It is often created with the intention of adding beauty or interest to a public space or provoking thought or conversation.
![A friend of mine has just spent time in Egypt where apparently you just look for the giant shopping trolley to find the supermarket.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/2632836f6eb18daf2f0e2f43276d4f5c.jpg)
This is, of course, easy to distinguish from graffiti. But what distinguishes urban art from graffiti? We have a simple test… urban art engages our intelligence – graffiti insults it. We sincerely hope that the art featured here engages your senses.
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What do you think of these urban arts?
Cool Bus Stop Design
It was definitely a cool bus stop design by a famous artist who left his mark. The bus stop was designed in such a way that you could rest on it if you wanted to. The bus stop was in tons of traffic, so people weren’t that comfortable resting.
Arts by Angela Lergo & Salustiano
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The Sequence by Arne Quinze
The Sequence by Arne Quinze is a captivating work of public art that is sure to inspire passersby. This incredible sculpture is made up of a series of interconnected wooden sticks, creating a flowing, organic form.
The sculpture is illuminated from within, casting a warm, inviting glow onto the surrounding area. The Sequence is sure to add a touch of beauty and intrigue to any public space.
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Street Art
Street art has become a popular form of urban art in recent years, and it can be found on buildings, sidewalks and windows throughout our cities. Street artists use the public spaces as a canvas and combine a variety of mediums to create unique pieces of art.
Street art faces many challenges, such as vandalism. The graffiti on the streets are regularly removed, making street art an ongoing battle. Street art faces a lot of challenges, including vandalism of the streets.
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You Blew Me Away 8 by sculptor Penny Hardy
Penny Hardy is a renowned British sculptor, known for her impressive and innovative use of scrap metal in her artwork. Her sculpture, ‘You Blew Me Away 8’, is a beautiful and moving example of her talent.
The sculpture is made entirely from upcycled scrap metal, which Hardy has expertly shaped and welded into an intricate and delicate form. The sculpture is a powerful symbol of Hardy’s talent as an artist, as well as her commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly practices.
The sculpture itself is a stunning example of Hardy’s skill as a sculptor. The intricate metalwork is incredibly detailed and the overall effect is both beautiful and moving. The sculpture represents a
More of these urban arts we’ve prepared for you in our gallery.
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![Here’s a piece of functional street art. What do you think of this bus stop?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/umbrellabusstop.jpg)
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![What word came out of your mind when you saw this urban art installation by Angela Lergo?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Artist.jpg)
![Whether or not you are a believer, we think you'll admit that this is a very cute global warming protest :D](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/global-warming-protest.jpg)
![This piece of urban art by EB Office is called... Seat...](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/1471139_585983814789950_1180508756_n.jpg)
![Someone in Chartres, France sure knows how to improve the look of the outside of a concrete apartment building.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/urbanartenglan.jpg)
![Sculpture by the Sea in Sydney has been running since 1997 as an accessible visual arts event.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/sculptures-by-the-sea.jpg)
![Does your area have any urban art like this?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/1234237_570031596385172_1448745656_n.jpg)
![What do you think of this piece of urban art by Natalia Pak in Poland?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/1382984_556987301022935_204319588_n.jpg)
![Breakfast anyone? Isn't it true that some people just see things differently?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/988734_555006477887684_852134674_n.jpg)
![What does this piece of urban art remind you of?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/1238234_550761571645508_614314274_n.jpg)
![Fan @Ronald Bookelmann sent us these images of this amazing urban art installation. It sits over a canal in Amersfort, Netherlands. The artist, Marieke de Jong wanted the exterior to relect the shop's interior...](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/598508_549367935118205_470447063_n.jpg)
![This sculpture by artist Marco Cianfanelli consists of 50 laser cut steel plates set into the landscape, representing the 50 year anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s arrest. The image can be seen by standing at a certain point where columns come into focus.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/aaaaaar-1.jpg)
![This is the work of Brazilian artist Henrique Oliveira. I've spent quite some time looking at it and am still stuck for words.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/aaaaaa-3.jpg)
![Which of these street art installations by David Zinn do you like best?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/aaaa-3.jpg)
![Looks like poor old Pinocchio has been at it again.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/aaaaa-18.jpg)
![Is it a fence, a wood pile, a piece of art or a poignant protest?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-26.jpg)
![How bland would this street in Brussels, Belgium be without that colourful installation.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/tumblr_kwslqtg0jx1qzty50o1_1280.jpg)
![Do you think this piece of urban art is just for laughs or a judgement on fast food?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/436dbe09c1f2b055a0a2abf1c6b1ce16.jpg)
![I love this!](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/tumblr_m9d8tvmhcz1qe31lco1_1280.jpg)
![A friend of mine has just spent time in Egypt where apparently you just look for the giant shopping trolley to find the supermarket.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/2632836f6eb18daf2f0e2f43276d4f5c.jpg)
![Dum dum... dum dum... dumdudmdumdumdumdum! So talented! Where is it? Who did it?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/6a7eee9dab002f201ac2b130ab2f232e.jpg)
![You blew me away by Penny Hardy has to be my new favourite when it comes to recycled art.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/penny-hardy-you-blew-me-away-02.jpg)
![Oh wow! What a reflection on society! Once again, we don't know who or where. Can you help us?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dff6eef4b1a666e9052634905c13a35b.jpg)
![We don't know who or where but we do know it's wonderful :)](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/5505d5420f0bcb5b86124bd5f8b99c40.jpg)
![All it requires sometimes is a bit of imagination. :-)](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/6403b5faa6de4da9bc041026b6412cc8.jpg)
![Is it still urban art when it's institutionalised? We say yes. This is part of a transit centre in Canada. If more government bodies would be this adventurous think of the visual fun we could experience :) What do you say?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/485105_473709456017387_680286303_n.jpg)
![Wondering where all your lost umbrellas end up? This might be a clue. If you like it, say so. Better still, share and comment!](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-1.jpg)
![I don't know about you, but I'm more than happy to call this 'mobile urban art' :)](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-10.jpg)
![It's not really urban art but where else can we file it? I want to know what it is about Volkswagens that makes people want to do strange things with them?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-11.jpg)
![Nice? This, to me, is superb art. It's arresting and thought provoking. I defy anyone to walk past this and not be involved in the imagery. Agree or disagree?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-12.jpg)
![Here's another beautiful example of living urban art. Does anyone know where this is?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-13.jpg)
![We think this is very clever urban art. The artist is Jan Kriwol. What do you think?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-14.jpg)
![Another nice piece of urban art - this time from Virginia, USA. Like it?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-15.jpg)
![Have you ever wondered what happens to all those bikes people buy - with the best intentions - but never actually ride? Here's a clue...](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-2.jpg)
![And you thought the Nintendo DS had finally killed PacMan!](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-3.jpg)
![All it takes is a little imagination...](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-4.jpg)
![I love urban art! There is such genius about it. What do you think?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-5.jpg)
![What a great idea for condemned buildings or construction sites.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-6.jpg)
![Proof that governments really can think 'outside the box'! This is a public library in Kansas, USA. We think it's a great example of urban art. What do you think? Is it time to lobby your local alderman?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-7.jpg)
![Here's another great example of urban art. What do you think?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-8.jpg)
![Well our last example of urban art was a definite love or hate affair. What about this one:](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-9.jpg)
![The zippers keep coming! We found this one in Taiwan... Ju Chun is a renowned Taiwanese sculptor. He created this pond for the Juming Museum, located just outside Taipei. Nice?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-19.jpg)
![We might make it a VW day :) Do you remember the lady at http://on.fb.me/Lye28f? Perhaps this is her car waiting to take her home? I love it!](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-20.jpg)
![I was tempted to put our earlier mosaic stairs post into this Urban Art album but the mosaics won. This time, there is no conflict. I love it (them?) and wish we saw a lot more colour around town. What about you?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-22.jpg)
![And how about these - they surely can't be classified as 'just' a door stoop! I definitely think it's urban art. What about you?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-23.jpg)
![I am in love with this beautiful piece of urban art by Mehmet Ali Uysal.](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-24.jpg)
![It's the weekend so it must surely be time for a slice of urban art! This one is more 'public art' than urban but we love it none-the-less. This fellow greets visitors to the Amsterdam Opera House. Clever?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-25.jpg)
![If anyone needs a defining line between graffiti and urban art, we think this example is it. This is in Berlin. Is it just me, or do you agree that this is beautiful?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-27.jpg)
![Here is another piece of urban art that really gets my attention. Unfortunately, I don't know where it is. Can you help me out?](https://theownerbuildernetwork.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Urban-Art-28.jpg)
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