Stathis Tsavalias, widely known as <strong>Insane51</strong>, 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 <strong>overlay mural technique</strong>. In these works, he superimposes two separate images, one in red and one in green, creating a <strong>3D illusion</strong> 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.
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<p class="big">"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</p>
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