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The beauty of street art is it is never set in stone. The artwork will naturally wash off, to be replaced with a new one with new ideas and perspective in a different time frame.
Love your cat “hunting” though!
What a great way to explore a town/city …….. wish i had known about this when i was there a few years ago.
How long have the cats been there??
Love these cute guys!
Shame that they weren’t there when we were in January of 2013, they would have been such fun to hunt for.
@ Marisol: I hope so, too. In the Philippines, there’s just so many stray cats it breaks my heart!
@ Dana: There are other street art in Penang, not just kittens. I’m sure you’d love them.
@ Shalu: When you get a chance to visit Malaysia, do visit Penang!
Nice information about these kittens in art form, very creatively made. I do like street art but don’t get to see much of it most of the time.
What an interesting “exhibit” and how ironic that you found 9 of the cat murals. I’m kind of afraid of cats – I’m always afraid that they’re going to hiss at me. But this street art tour seems like a quirky way to explore Penang.
HI Aleah, what a delightful post! Truly unique to have such themed street art show to raise awareness. I like that challenge of finding them one by one without a map. I think it’s a big part of the fun. Each art is truly unique and adorable. I enjoyed each image. I really hope that the campaign is working that’s why you didn’t see much stray cat in Penang.
@ Mary: I know that particular theme was perfect for me, which is why I really made it a point to visit hehe
@ Michelle: I can’t imagine living in George Town where there are so many tourists always! Yikes! I mean, of course, they provide tourism money, but it can’t be easy for you locals living there.
I live in Penang and have been really amazed at how much street art has gone up over the last few years. I think that just wandering around looking for it is much more fun than grabbing a map and checking it off a list. You’re definitely right about it being transitory as I’ve witnessed the changes to one of the most famous pieces, Kids on Bikes, ever since it was originally put up. Unfortunately, it is sometimes due to vandalism. I have also wondered about street art etiquette in that one time, the only parking place I could find would force people to have my car bumper in their photo. When I wanted to leave, I had to patiently wait for the queue to get out of the way so I could move.
I knew there were some great street art in Penang but didn’t know about the kittens. What great street art! I know how much you love cats so this must have been such an awesome adventure. It’s for a great cause and the art work is unique. It’s also a lovely way to stroll the streets. Those cats made of wire are cool!
@ Photo Cache: Yeah, I hope they achieve their goal before all the work’s gone.
Oh man I should go here. This definitely is in my cup of tea. I hope that not only are they raising awareness for the program but are getting enough publicity and donation to further cause.
Skippy reminds me of my 20-lb cat Buster, same coloration.