Lurking just round the corner from last week’s lonesome man, are a haunting trio.
Past, Present & Future by Stik, Shoreditch, London, January 2017
Stik uses his street art to present aspects of local life and issues facing society. He has produced posters and flags to support local campaigns and has given away posters of his work with Big Issue magazine.
If you’ve got 10 minutes to spare, go here to watch a Guardian video that shows the background to the creation of three men up above (warning: some strong language). It highlights issues faced by many people in London, and the impact that expansion and modernisation is having on the community of Shoreditch.
Copyright Debbie Smyth, 13 February 2017
Part of Monday Mural
Travel with Intent 
I had no idea how monumental these figures are until I watched the video. London seems to be growing so fast that neighborhoods are disappearing every time you turn around. Lots of skyscrapers, office buildings, and luxury apartments. Where does the average guy move to when the rents go too high or his housing is destroyed to build these monuments to commerce and wealth? Thanks for sharing this story and contributing to this week’s Monday Mural.
LikeLiked by 1 person
…cute marshmallow people.
LikeLike
The way a children’s puppet can only be painted by an adult. I like it.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes. I would never have thought something so simple could have such impact.
LikeLike
I’ve never seen them in real life, think they are wonderful creations. So next time I’m in London I am going to go and explore 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes. Despite the recent changes Shoreditch is still worth a good wander.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I enjoyed watching the documentary. Sadly that’s what development means – the destruction of communities and what they know. Interesting “stick figure” murals.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes. It’s a good reminder for everyone. To hard to see the obvious side of development and forget the people that are badly affected.
LikeLike
Those three certainly have an ominous presence. Good eye finding them.
LikeLiked by 1 person
And they have been up theee a long time, watching over the changes to their area.
LikeLike