Urban Divinity - Calle Libre Festival 2017
In 2017, we surpassed our previous records in terms of artist participation at our festival by featuring 10 diverse artists from Latin America and Austria.
Untitled (2017-08) by BoicutCalle Libre - Festival for Urban Aesthetics
Furthermore, we strengthened our collaboration with several districts and extended our reach to outer regions, like the 15th district of Vienna.
The Dutch artist likes to draw everyday objects in a comic style and is inspired by his personal environment. He illustrates food for his designs, referencing the many culinary establishments in the vicinity.
The man of the waters of the Vienna river (2017-08) by AlfAlfACalle Libre - Festival for Urban Aesthetics
The festival featured both independent artistic expressions and collaborative works, with the public invited to observe the artists at work, engage in discussions, and participate in mutual dialogue.
"Their artistic brilliance sits enthroned high above us, like gods, gazing down upon our city. From the curbstone to the skyline, their presence is transcendental, integrated into the architectural fabric of the city yet intangible. They bear witness to our unspoken burdens and absolve us of our sins."
Painted districts of Vienna
5 Margareten
6 Mariahilf
7 Neubau
8 Josefstadt
14 Penzing
15 Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus
Untitled (2017-08) by Dourone & Djamel OulkadiCalle Libre - Festival for Urban Aesthetics
Live Paintings
During the festival, wall designs were created on surfaces across the 7th, 6th, 5th, 14th, and 15th districts.
The man of the waters of the Vienna river (2017-08) by AlfAlfACalle Libre - Festival for Urban Aesthetics
AlfAlfA
AlfAlfA's artwork is distinguished by a focus on the perspectival effects of line thickness variations and a sense of humor through irony, reflecting on human nature.
Street Art is always in a dialogue with the city and interacting with its architecture.
-AlfAlfA, 2017
Boicut is an artist who creates abstract, geometric designs tied to local context. His unique style involves painting impulsive lines on various surfaces, drawing inspiration from pop culture to transform everyday impressions. Boicut is known for public works and commissioned illustrations.
Calle Libre Festival means fun to me, I love to interact with the neighbors and make the district more colorful
- Boicut, 2017
Mantra, the French artist, is renowned for his hyperrealistic depictions of animals, insects, and humans. His anatomically precise designs, including colorful butterflies inspired by rural life, breathe new life into gray city walls. With 3D effects and subtle shadows, Mantra's work blurs the line between illusion and reality.
Chatarra (2017-08) by Milu CorrechCalle Libre - Festival for Urban Aesthetics
Milu Correch
Milu Correch is an acclaimed Argentine artist known for her large-scale murals challenging aesthetic & moral norms.
Influenced by famous muralists, she thinks in terms of square meters & upscales sketches to building size
Untitled (2017-08) by Theic LicuadoOriginal Source: https://www.instagram.com/theic_licuado/?hl=de
Theic Licuado
Theic's art with Colectivo Licuado showcases a distinct style that blends local culture and his unique vision. Despite exploring his artistic style, the artist's work already delivers a powerful message to his viewers.
I make a sketch and expand it on the wall; it’s all about the craft; sketch, grids and then - simply an eye.
- Milu Correch
Untitled (2017-08) by Dourone & Djamel OulkadiCalle Libre - Festival for Urban Aesthetics
Dourone & Djamel Oulkadi
Dourone's art, with precise lines and expressive subjects, is exhibited worldwide. They collaborated with artist Djamel Oulkadi on a wall project. Their passion for art fuels their world tour, captivating audiences with visually striking pieces.
The Rabbit and the Moon (2017-08) by Vera PrimaveraCalle Libre - Festival for Urban Aesthetics
The Rabbit and the Moon
Vera Primavera portrays women with a captivating and intricate femininity, drawing inspiration from spirituality and nature. Her autobiographical murals express personal experiences, emotions, and sensations.
When you bring soul to the walls everything changes
and you start to see the city in a different way.
- Vera Primavera
Calle Libre is a non-profit association dedicated to bringing street art and various forms of art into urban spaces. We encourage dialogue amongst the public and a variety of artists with the help of art interventions. In this process, we aim to freely express cultural perspectives, personal opinions and artistic approaches.
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