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【Clever! (8 Photos)】
These murals go beyond walls—turning streets, alleys, and facades into unforgettable illusions and emotions. From reflective eyes to 3D rivers to seasonal portraits shaped by real trees, each piece shows why street art is more than just paint. Here’s a collection of works that are absolutely amazing in both craft and placement.*
More: https://streetartutopia.com/2025/03/19/8-stunning-artworks-that-seem-to-grow-from-nature/https://streetartutopia.com/2024/10/10/soaring-high-a-celebration-of-bird-inspired-street-art-from-around-the-globe/https://streetartutopia.com/2025/07/19/times-i-found-street-art-cleverly-using-its-surroundings/https://streetartutopia.com/2025/08/07/unreal-moments/Unreal Moments (8 Photos)*
1. Cookie Time
A purple public trash bin has been turned into Cookie Monster with the addition of two white googly eyes. A cookie is cleverly placed on the edge, completing the illusion.
More!: Googly-Eyed Art (17 Photos)2. Grumpy Stone — By David Zinn in USA
A stone painted to resemble a grumpy, troll-like face with crossed arms is tucked among similarly sized pebbles beside a concrete pillar, blending in with subtle humor. More!: Cute Art By David Zinn (14 Photos)
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Follow David Zinn on Instagram3. Repairing the Wall — By ENDER at Rue Villiers-de-L’Isle-Adam in Paris, France
A painted girl pulls red thread across a cracked wall, appearing to stitch the concrete shut. The artwork blends into the damage, transforming decay into a delicate visual repair.. More here!
🔗 Follow ENDER on Instagram4. No Entry Bar Scene
A standard “No Entry” road sign is turned into a bar scene by painting black stick figures inside the white space. One sits on a stool with a martini, while the others engage in conversation.5. Maggie’s Pacifier — By EFIX
A metal wall anchor is transformed into Maggie Simpson’s iconic pacifier. The rest of her face and body are painted around it in her classic cartoon style, blending 2D illustration with real-world objects. More!: EFIX’s Clever Art (9 Photos)
🔗 Follow EFIX on Instagram6. On/Off Switch — By Oakoak
A protruding white traffic barrier is transformed into a giant “On/Off” switch using 3D illusion painting, making it appear as if the sidewalk can be toggled like a machine. More!: Oakoak’s Genius Street Art! (10 Photos)
🔗 Follow Oakoak on Instagram7. The Sea Starts Here
A storm drain is surrounded by a colorful mural of fish swimming in a wave. Above, the painted message reads: “The Sea Starts Here… Don’t Litter,” blending environmental advocacy with public art.8. Dystopia Bowl
A black Halloween bowl filled with copies of George Orwell’s 1984 sits outside a home, accompanied by a hand-lettered sign reading “One Copy of 1984 Per Child.” It mimics a trick-or-treat setup but swaps candy for political commentary.More: https://streetartutopia.com/2025/03/24/brilliant-bird-murals-that-bring-nature-to-the-streets/https://streetartutopia.com/2025/07/16/playing-with-statues-9-photos/https://streetartutopia.com/2025/08/02/amazing-sculptures/https://streetartutopia.com/2025/08/04/absolutely-stunning-8-photos/Absolutely Stunning (8 Photos)****
**Which one is your favorite?**
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