EVENTS

To get schooled on the art form, Graffiti (till Sept 9) at the Helsinki Art Museum delves into the historical roots of graffiti art, while tracing its development and contemporary manifestations. The exhibition is divided into two sections: the first explores graffi ti as a subculture, lifestyle and art form, while the second takes a look at art in the public space.

 

That there will be a fully skatable recreation of the Venice Pavilion (the legendary graffiti and skate destination in Venice Beach, California) is just one reason to visit Beyond The Streets (till July 6 at the Werkartz studio in LA). Curated by graffiti historian and urban anthropologist Roger Gastman, the exhibition involving more than 100 artists includes everything from paintings to sculpture, photography and installations, all celebrating the subculture of graffiti and street art.

 

Hip design hotels know the value of site-specific work, hence Montreal-based urban art gallery Station 16 Gallery will open its permanent second outpost at Denver’s The Source Hotel. With anemphasis on street art and graffiti, the gallery will be an open-to-all art space featuring a roster of localand international urban artists, so you know the lobby will be buzzy and full of scenesters.