Stencil graffiti

This is one of many types of graffiti, for a more general discussion of the subject, see graffiti.

Stencil graffiti makes use of a paper, cardboard, or other media to create an image or text that is easily reproduceable. The desired design is cut out of the selected medium and then the image is transferred to a surface through the use of spray paint or roll-on paint.

The process of stencilling involves applying paint across a stencil to form an image on a surface below. Sometimes multiple layers of stencils are used on the same image to add colours or create the illusion of depth. Stencils can be quickly applied to a surface such as a wall in a public place so an artist can avoid prosecution.

Those who make and apply stencils have many motivations. For some, it is an easy method to produce a political message. Many artists appreciate the publicity that their artwork can receive. And some just want their work to be seen. Stencils are also a good way to make art that can be sprayed over and over with little to no change.

Gallery

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  Stencil graffiti in Venice, Italy, 2005.
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  "Happy 1984" - one-Color Stencil found on the Berlin Wall.

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  A stencil cut from paper.
• Devil Bush by CDR in New York City.
  Devil Bush by CDR in New York City.
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  Multicolor in Columbus, Ohio.

See also

• Blek Le Rat
• Banksy
• Borf
• Alexandre Orion
• Posterchild (street artist)
• Reverse Graffiti

External links

• Vandalism or Art? Stencil Graffiti at UNM
• Artist's saucy stencil for city, BBC News, UK, Wednesday, 21 June 2006
• Alexandre Farto aka Vhils
• Blek le Rat
• German Stencilartist Barto
• Iran Urban Art Movement Home | StencilZ
  • Iranian stencils
• Stencil Archive
• Melbourne Stencil Art
• Stencils in Brussels
• Israeli Street Art Group @ Flickr
• The Romanian Stencil Site
• Stencil Punks. Punk, Ska, Political and Oi! stencils
• Portal de stencil callejero latinoamericano
• Banksy
• Stencil Festival
• Oh My Stencil
• World of Stencils