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Top 50 UK Street Artists: From Banksy to Emerging Talents

by Giulia Blocal 4 September 2025

Street art in the UK is more than just murals and graffiti, it’s a cultural force that has shaped how cities look, feel, and tell …
Portsmouth Festivals Street Art
Street Art in Portsmouth: LookUp Festival Murals and My Dog Sighs’ Legacy

by Giulia Blocal 10 October 2024

For my final weekend in the UK, I had the incredible opportunity to join over 100 street artists from around the globe in Portsmouth, a …
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Exploring Portsmouth Street Art with My Dog Sighs | LookUp Festival Weekend

by Giulia Blocal 28 September 2024

Join me and My Dog Sighs as we explore his hometown of Portsmouth during the LookUp Street Art Festival! Watch over 100 artists from around …

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.

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Top 50 UK Street Artists: From Banksy to Emerging Talents

Street Art in Portsmouth: LookUp Festival Murals and My Dog Sighs’ Legacy

Exploring Portsmouth Street Art with My Dog Sighs | LookUp Festival Weekend