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Site-Specific Elephant Murals on the Streets of South Africa by Falko One

Garies, South Africa. 2015.

Working with the iconic image of the elephant, South African artist Falko One brings lumbering pachyderms to the facades of homes, alleyways, and businesses across the country. The Cape Town-based graffiti artist has been painting murals in the region since 1988, and though he depicts a wide range of subject matter in his artworks, the elephants seem to most easily capture the imagination of the viewer. Many of his site-specific murals incorporate elements of the building or even items far off in the background directly into the painting, creating fun optical illusions. You can follow more of his work on Instagram and on Global Street Art.

Kalahari Desert, South Africa.

Wesminster, South Africa.

South Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa

Karoo, South Africa