Mural XXL - Claudia Walde

Once, street art and graffiti were often small and created quickly, only to be erased soon after by authorities, other vandals, or natural elements. Today, a transformation has occurred—architects, urban planners, and development companies have started to embrace the art form, commissioning large murals that allow street artists and graffiti artists to produce meticulously planned, lasting works. These murals, sometimes spanning entire buildings, add a vibrant and dynamic layer to the urban landscape. Claudia Walde, known for her own impressive 1,800-square-foot mural on the Alte Messe in Leipzig, which she completed in an intense week, has curated this remarkable book. It features over 200 of the most outstanding XXL murals from around the globe and highlights thirty groundbreaking artists in the field. These artists, often working in precarious situations high above the ground, expertly consider how their work is perceived from street level. They are as fearless and technically proficient as they are imaginative. "Mural XXL" provides unique insights from the artists themselves, exploring their strategies, challenges, and sources of inspiration. Additionally, the book offers a map pinpointing exciting mural locations worldwide, serving as a guide to these massive artistic endeavors.