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Amid Urban Spaces, Alex Senna’s Bold Murals Embrace Connection and Belonging Kate Mothes
In the large-scale murals of Alex Senna, figures gather, greet one another, relax, and interact with their own shadows in bold compositions. The Brazilian artist is known for his black-and-white murals that emphasize community and emotional bonds. Togetherness, security, and positivity pervade the scenes, sometimes playful and other times more contemplative. Set against colorful backgrounds and amid urban structures, Senna’s pieces emphasize connection, support, reflection, and belonging.
20 April 2026 at 12:00

Amid Urban Spaces, Alex Senna’s Bold Murals Embrace Connection and Belonging

20 April 2026 at 12:00

In the large-scale murals of Alex Senna, figures gather, greet one another, relax, and interact with their own shadows in bold compositions. The Brazilian artist is known for his black-and-white murals that emphasize community and emotional bonds. Togetherness, security, and positivity pervade the scenes, sometimes playful and other times more contemplative. Set against colorful backgrounds and amid urban structures, Senna’s pieces emphasize connection, support, reflection, and belonging.

At the end of May, Senna embarks on a tour across Italy, France, and Spain to participate in several festivals. Follow the artist’s Instagram for updates.

a mural by Alex Senna of a cartoonish, black-and-white composition of a person interacting with their shadow on a yellow building — Festival Monstar, Bosnia (2022). Photo by Ilda Kero

a mural by Alex Senna of a cartoonish, black-and-white composition of kneeling and standing figures against a blue background — “Acrobatas” (2022), Festival da Paz, Friedensstadt, Augsburg. Photo by Sebastian Buehler

a mural by Alex Senna of a cartoonish, black-and-white composition of a grandmother and her grandchild on a tall vertical wall — “A Estrela de Matusalém” (2022), Festival Gragnano, Italy. Photo by Noemi Verdoliva

a mural by Alex Senna of a cartoonish, black-and-white composition of a person standing with a long shadow in front of them — Festival Civita Street Fest, Italy. Photo by Alessia Di Risio

a mural by Alex Senna of a cartoonish, black-and-white composition of a young girl walking with a backpack — Festival Stadt Wand Kunst, Germany (2024). Photo by The Realness

a mural by Alex Senna of a cartoonish, black-and-white composition of tall figures against a maroon background on a very tall, narrow building — “Solitarios” (2024). Photo by Pedro Bayeux

a mural by Alex Senna of a cartoonish black-and-white seated figure — “Atento porém Disperso” (2024), Kansas City

a mural on a yellow wall of cartoonish black-and-white figures in procession — “Baile dos Mascarados” (2022). Photo by Erib

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