Stathis Tsavalias, widely known as Insane51, is a groundbreaking artist recognized for his intricate and continually evolving spray-paint techniques that challenge traditional notions of graffiti. Early in his career, Insane51 experimented with color and form to develop a distinctive style, but over time, his focus shifted toward photorealism and his innovative overlay mural technique. In these works, he superimposes two separate images, one in red and one in green, creating a 3D illusion when viewed through colored lenses. This unique approach allows the viewer to experience different layers of imagery depending on the lens used, making his murals dynamic and interactive, a signature element of his portfolio.

“I am a Greek mural artist that started as a graffiti writer in 2007! I studied in Athens School of Fine Arts, but I also studied graphic art and applied arts! What I am basically known for is my street art in 3D, an art which is called “Double Exposure 3D”. My specialization wanders around the notions of photorealism, and overlaying images. What I actually do is adding two images in both red & cyan and overlapping these two to create a three- dimensional illusionary effect. In order to get a clear view of the two layers, people use our 3-D glasses, digital color-filters or our characteristic glasses-installations that we have sometimes installed in front of my murals. In addition, I have also created various “moving” digital designs. Inspired by everyday life and nature, I am always on the go, travelling around the globe in order to make the world’s murals a little bit more exciting, but that’s my point of view.” – Insane51