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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 …
Bristol Street Art Street Art Guide
As seen on the streets of Bristol: a street art guide

by Giulia Blocal 14 February 2017

When people asked me “Why Bristol?” my reply was always the same: “street art”. The quiet hiss of the can as someone sprayed, and the …

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

As seen on the streets of Bristol: a street art guide