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This highly intricate and abstract style of graffiti is illustrated by interlocking letters, complex designs, and vibrant colors which to new viewers often making the text difficult to read, this is known as "Wildstyle". This mural is a remarkable piece of work and it was a very cool experience. The composition of the mural included a Wild style format along with random figures and white spray painted icons in the middle of the letters. Along with this, Smith utilized an array of colors much purple and warmer colors including orange and yellow. Complimented with the array of color palettes smith used several different shapes to make the complexation of the piece stand out. The brick texture of the mural also compliments the “Wildstyle” approach because it contributes to the urban appearance of the piece. This piece also took up the entirety of the side of the building making this a very large space that is taken up. This very much so made the piece more appealing to the people who are able to experience this form of art. Color: The mural features a vibrant array of colors, with a focus on purples, warm oranges, and yellows, creating a dynamic and eye-catching palette. Size: Spanning over the entire side of a building, the mural is massive in scale, making it both immersive and eye-catching. Depth: Smith incorporates intricate shapes, Wildstyle lettering, random figures, and spray-painted icons, layered over the brick texture to enhance the mural's complexity and urban aesthetic. -
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The mural’s composition is geometric and abstract, featuring a balanced arrangement of shapes across the wall. Triangles, rectangles, and circles create a sense of movement as they guide the viewer’s eye around the piece. The balance is achieved through symmetry in some parts, with the repetition of lines and shapes, while asymmetry in other areas adds dynamic interest. The mural lacks a distinct central focal point, inviting viewers to explore each section individually rather than directing them to a single area. The artist uses a soft yet contrasting color palette, combining light pastels with deep blues and whites. The tones of peach and aqua are set against a darker navy, creating both harmony and visual tension. This choice of colors softens the geometric shapes, giving the mural a playful and calming tone despite its bold forms. The overall mood is modern and uplifting, with the palette bringing warmth to the building’s otherwise industrial feel. Lines in the mural are mostly straight and bold, emphasizing the geometric quality of the composition. Thick diagonal and horizontal lines create structure, while thinner lines within shapes add subtle complexity. The lines guide the viewer’s gaze diagonally across the mural, creating a sense of movement and energy. The boldness of the lines contributes to the strength and clarity of the design. Although painted on a smooth wall, the mural’s texture is influenced by the brick surface beneath it. The brick pattern adds a tactile quality, as the paint sits on each brick individually, making the mural appear textured despite its flat forms. This interplay between the mural and the underlying bricks enriches the visual experience, as light and shadow change slightly with the wall’s surface irregularities. The mural lacks a traditional sense of depth, as all shapes and colors are on a single plane without a clear foreground, middle ground, or background. Instead, the artist creates spatial interest by layering shapes of varying sizes. Overlapping triangles and rectangles give a subtle illusion of depth, while the use of contrasting colors helps to distinguish each element, making them appear closer or farther from the viewer. The artist’s approach to space is more abstract, focusing on flatness and pattern rather than realistic depth, which suits the mural’s contemporary aesthetic.