While on a family Easter holiday in Preveza, Greece, I was captivated by the vibrant street art that blankets this picturesque coastal city. The urban landscape is alive with a rich tapestry of graffiti, tags, protest posters, and football-related art, each piece reflecting unique aspects of local and national culture
The Influence of Greek Football in Preveza's Street Art
Preveza’s urban landscapes are marked by vivid football tags that capture the essence of Greek football culture. These artworks often reference well-known incidents at football matches, reflecting the passionate, sometimes tumultuous, spirit of Greek football fans. This blend of sports and art uniquely illustrates local enthusiasm and regional team rivalries. Our recent publication, "Tifo: The Art of Football Fan Stickers," delves deeper into this phenomenon, featuring a collection of football stickers from Preveza. Explore this book on our Stickerbomb shop.
Capturing the tags and Graffiti
The graffiti in Preveza is raw. It’s fun, lively and for some (like me) engaging. There are clearly artists who live locally or tourists who visit and paint but many of the tags and pieces could be considered 'toy'—a term used to describe inexperienced or just rubbish graffiti artists.
A Snapshot of Sociopolitical Discourse: Protest Posters
Interspersed among the colorful artworks are poignant protest posters that respond to current events - particularly Palestine. These posters are a direct and powerful medium through which locals express their concerns and serve as a raw, unfiltered look into the community's pressing concerns and are a vital part of the city's street art scene.
Collaborative Endeavors in Street Art
Adding to our exploration of street art in Greece, we recently collaborated with Proheroes, a renowned street artist not from Preveza, but from Nea Makri, on a project titled "No Signal." This book, available on our Stickerbomb shop, explores the intricate art of human connection through his unique perspective. Read more about our collaboration with Proheroes and "No Signal" here.
