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Murals in Ostiense, one of Rome’s first street art districts

by Giulia Blocal 8 May 2021

Ostiense is one of the main areas in Rome where you can find murals. It is also the first neighbourhood in the Italian capital where …
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Street Poetry and Street Art in Rome’s Trullo Neighborhood

by Giulia Blocal 16 April 2021

I’ve been writing about the cultural revolution in the streets of Trullo ever since 2014, and each time I promise you more updates on what’s …
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As Seen on The Streets of Amsterdam: a Street Art Guide

by Giulia Blocal 23 March 2021

I’ve always found it difficult to write about the city where I live in. This is why so far I’ve shared Amsterdam street art only …
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Street art in San Lorenzo: a trip along large murals and painted shutters

by Giulia Blocal 16 October 2020

Graffiti is inextricably linked to trains and therefore it comes as no surprise that the walls of the neighbourhood situated between the two main train …
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Poster art and other street art in Trastevere

by Giulia Blocal 24 September 2020

The alleyways of Trastevere are the veins of Rome. Here, there is always a tavern or craft shop to visit, there are always card games played …
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Gluttony and street art in Palermo

by Giulia Blocal 27 November 2019

Saying that Palermo is worse off is a gross understatement. Palermo’s palaces are, at best, beaten up, but in any other scenario they’re outright shattered. …

Giulia 'BLocal' Riva

Ciao, my name is Giulia. I’m a writer specialised in street art and graffiti. Since 2011 I’ve been running this independent street art blog, which has been the media partner of major street art festivals across Europe. I was the Communication & Content Manager of Amsterdam’s STRAAT Museum and now I’m a freelance writer and content creator based in Rome. I work with creative enterprises and museums, and my writing has been published in street art catalogues and art publications. I also write "Beyond the Walls", a monthly newsletter of editorials and critical insights into the world of urban art, and in 2024 I launched the book series "As Seen on the Streets of…," an independent publishing project that captures the cities shaping the global street art movement through my personal experiences, in-depth research, and the voices of local street artists.

Street Art Guide

Murals in Ostiense, one of Rome’s first street art districts

Street Poetry and Street Art in Rome’s Trullo Neighborhood

As Seen on The Streets of Amsterdam: a Street Art Guide

Street art in San Lorenzo: a trip along large murals and painted shutters

Poster art and other street art in Trastevere

Gluttony and street art in Palermo