Soviet monument in Sofia, Bulgaria repainted by guerrilla artists
In Bulgaria graffiti artists have turned the imposing Soviet-era monuments into a “canvas” for contemporary political speech against the domineering regional politics of Russia. Sometimes they use colors such as Ukraine’s yellow and light blue to make their point. The most extensive guerrilla art was to turn a major monument into a hilarious gathering of superheroes, villains and other cultural icons.
In Medieval days the jester was the clown who would poke fun at royal pretensions. As seen in the work of Banksy, these graffiti and guerrilla artists have become a contemporary form of political satire, commentary, and pointed humor.
For a fuller report including more visuals:
Russia Wants Bulgarians to Stop Painting Soviet Monuments To Look Like American Superheroes
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