Art is a way to beautify lifeless urban spaces.We've seen examples of street artists working to improve urban scenery —by using new equipment,or creating (fantasy)wall paintings.But thes
are only the beginning.For ltalian artist Peeta,blank walls are more than a flat surface;they can be transformed mind-blowing three-dimensional artworks that invite us to step in different urban spaces.
Born in Venice,Peeta (get)his start as a graffiti(涂鸦)writer after being "excited" by wall paintings spotted on his trip to Barcelona.Peeta set to work studying art and product design at university,as well as involving (he)in different street art activities.Since then,Peeta — a name coming from his childhood nickname(绰号) — (develop)his characteristic style of three-dimensional lettering.
Part of what makes his works so breathtaking is that they integrate with the urban environment(harmonious )and at the same time create an extraordinary experience.When (see)from a particular angle,Peeta's large artworks often achieve the impossible,with walls and windows seeming to disappear."Art in public spaces creates an inclusive and enjoyable environment for the citizens, cross and live there everyday,"says Peeta."My attempt is to make public spaces not just somewhere pleasant and lovely somewhere inspirational and able to excite people's feelings and (imagine).'
