The country’s recent experiences with the hardships of economic collapse and unemployment have led to a new wave of innovative, contemporary street art in Greece. And, the rise of socially and politically-minded graffiti is making Athens a new hotspot for street artists.
Embracing this status, the city of Athens hosts the Athens Street Art Festival, an Annual Independent European Contemporary Street + Urban Art Festival established provide a platform for artists operating outside of traditional systems.
Photo credit: Milos Bicanski
View a survey of Greek graffiti, photographed by Milos Bicanski, here and here.