David Zinn: Street art that washes away in the rain - BBC News

[@jcdemp7513]

He’s got a vast fantasy world in his head that would make for great stories. Those characters are amazing.

[@Truth72500]

Nick should hire him for TV shows

[@rorynator7567]

He should be a Dungeon Master.

[@linkus1526]

Oh damn we can’t have 666 like imma change dat real quick

[@JulieHedrick-y3f]

He has created many sidewalk stories

[@michaelgao5141]

They should be made permanent. Those art really bring lots of joy to a gloomy world.

[@FirstnameLastname-vf9rp]

something about them being temporary makes them special though

[@dropit7694]

If people could be inspired by this we would see more regular temporary artwork.

[@zoinksscoob6523]

its to remind you that you shouldnt look back that long to your past art cuz u gotta move on and make better ones

[@theconfusedguywhogotthespi9889]

What should be temporary is permanent ,what should be permanent is actually temporary .......SAD TRUTH OF THE UNIVERSE.

[@dragonweirdocreap]

I think of it was permanent it would fall under being graffiti. Just because a piece of graffiti is good doesn't mean it doesn't count as vadalism in the eyes of the state. He'd prob get some legal issues eventually if they were permanent....that being said I wish they were permanent...or at least last longer. But it's kinda like baking art, you make a gorgeous cake, but at the end of the day it's a cake, you eat it. They last forever, if you document em through picture and video :)

[@thwarmp]

He would be a great children’s book illustrator.

[@angelina-zs3bl]

pibbles ‘,:D omg yeah he would make millions

[@2blackwhite]

@@angelina-zs3bl if you have a talent or gift as good as David's then the money will come.But from what I know about the man he's more comfortable making millions of people's day! Now that's what being rich is all about.

[@puggers852]

I wish they were permanant and would not wash away.

[@pinecone27]

Puggers that would be illegal though.

[@tobiasbarata9698]

Yeah, I had the same feeling. This is true art, brings warmth and joy to the people who sees it.

[@thetimelapseguy8]

The government should hire him to do this

[@ILurvMarmite]

My first thought too. The madness in this world might slow down a little if we all stop and smell the daisies. Fantastic artist.

[@crazyrussiankid2865]

Ya lol

[@aGumball]

can we give props to this camera man who's filming in angles that make the art pop out??

[@naomibanire189]

Hello my fellow crybaby

[@ava1002]

A crybaby AND army? An intellectual spotted

[@CrippledKev]

he actually draws in a way it pops out in all angles there is a longer docu about him

[@MasterChief-sl9ro]

He is a 3D artist.. Why he has the stick. As you can only see the objects he draws in 3D from a certain angle. That being standing up...

[@hemispheres789]

His art is so amazing, but it’s upsetting that one day they’ll be washed away by the rain :(

[@nadiaalibaig]

It shows how nothing lasts for ever

[@hemispheres789]

nadiaalibaig a good point of course, but we would both agree that it’s a shame that such amazing art will eventually fade away. But I guess that’s life, huh

[@nadiaalibaig]

@@hemispheres789 Yep, just life how it is. Every thing and every one has their expiry date some day.

[@vojacked305]

This feels like that card-stacking guy 😊

[@JulieHedrick-y3f]

I think you can buy prints of his artwork

[@debranielsen2002]

What a joy to come upon something like this. During the pandemic, a neighbor, not an artist, took the time to chalk a simple hello and some flowers on our sidewalk. We have all been veering away from each other, only walking to get outside for a while, and that simple drawing made my day. 😁

[@karthikmallavarapu9051]

Although they wash away with rain, people who are used to see them surely want them to be painted permanently.

[@Hans.Dewitt]

i would pay to get a collection of his prints

[@MichaelSHartman]

I could see people wanting that, maybe the entire neighborhood, except for that one insistent person. A photographic record would be nice.

[@cheesestick9100]

If they were painted permanently they would wear away by people walking and weather

[@uncleiroh4650]

Comrade Elmo True, but depending on the surface used, most people would be haoooy to see a larger project of his stamped for a longer period of time

[@JulieHedrick-y3f]

I'm pretty sure you can buy prints of his artwork

[@Aplomb1972]

"Successfully failed to..." That part caught my attention. If you're gonna do something , do it right. If you fail , fail so perfectly that you can learn from that failure and teach others lessons from that failure.

[@bdale5231]

He made me laugh at that too!

[@Aplomb1972]

@@bdale5231 hehe yeah . Have a nice day 🥰

[@genienutts]

Means he failed at others to find his success in street chalk art.

[@Aplomb1972]

@@genienutts exactly exactly 😊

[@bazzxliner]

For some reason this is really bittersweet because he made those cracks and holes that we pass by everyday something that can be noticed and bring a smile on our faces. Too bad it'll be washed away in the rain

[@danielchiao1395]

Wow ! So creative !

[@Sonic10Inu]

This is my favorite type of art and artist. I love seeing unexpected whimsical art. It makes me feel so good.

[@NatalieCWilliams]

Amazing talent, imagination and truly a love for what he's doing!! Wow!! I could watch him all day! What blows me away is, he would look at an area and an image of what to draw would come to mind; totally transforming it; cracks and all!! Talented!!

[@Joan-mp8jt]

So talented！

[@Caoderrick]

Being temporary is part of the charm anyway

That which is fleeting seems all the more precious.

[@JulieHedrick-y3f]

Just like flowers... I think it makes us appreciate them even more

[@junob3095]

How incredibly inspiring - both the art and the commentary! Thank you, David

[@ThumbdownMan]

He gotta work fast or else the police going to think he's a tagger.

[@tiefighter3445]

It’s chalk and it looks like he does it in public when people are around. Taggers usually cover their faces and try not to get caught because it’s illegal. Just saying.

[@unclealbert9257]

It’s ok BBC supports this. As long as it is desecrating sacred monuments in Britain.

[@adampower9757]

Relax, he's white

[@Aradooooo]

@@adampower9757 your not just wrong ur stupid

[@Mega-vv4pt]

adam power LMFAOOOO

[@cheekykitten25]

Wow. These are amazing!! And should be more permanent. The world needs more colour and art.

[@Jillbieme2]

PLEASE, don't ever stop. I love the way you incorporate humor and a giggle in your art. I love whimsy. Your work has become my "spirit animal!" I love your work. God Bless!

[@lindsayhegeman2658]

Such a smile across my face! Thank you! 💖

[@HeyMJ.]

#BBC Thank you for producing this introspective art segment. A welcome respite of creative inspiration. Well done!

[@mv4463]

My grandkids love this.. they wanted to see more... so I bought $300 of sidewalk chalk. And told them to show me what they can do.. my driveway looks so good. I park on my lawn... I can redo the grass next year. I got a very thin coat of clear driveway sealant to preserve the artwork on 120 x 30 sq ft asphalt drive . Should last till winter if I dont apply heavier coats..16 murals and the family name...my everlasting gratitude...thank you sir.. you took a full day of I'm bored and made a 3 day family arts and crafts event.. a memory for eternity.

[@foxon172]

😇🙏

[@bdale5231]

Nice uptake! Family art

[@ernestodotei3893]

The music and the drawings really makes this vid awesome

[@hervebk]

how sweet, the render of his craft. 😊👍🏾

[@amalinabatrisyia6294]

He explains, perfectly, why art is needed in this world. Someone tag the Australian government.

[@MANBEARPIG248]

what did the austrailian govenment say?

[@ThatAllegedlyChannel]

What should I use permanent marker or spray paint?

[@cesarizcano]

@@MANBEARPIG248, maybe she's referring to some stencils made by Banksy. One of three Banksy stencils from 2003 destroyed in July 2016 by a newly constructed doorway in ACDC Lane. Heritage laneways remain largely unprotected by the Melbourne City Council, a situation highly advantageous to developers of new buildings in that area.

[@Luca-bv5ic]

@@cesarizcano is there really a street called AC/DC Lane?

[@sunseeker4775]

Brilliant. Not only the art but the idea and the intent.🌹

[@uncleiroh4650]

“Science is how we solve problems, but art is how we cope with them”

[@MeMeDaVinci]

Right????

[@jaynorris3722]

Wonderful. Brought a smile. Thank you

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

Woaw that's Very Super Creative!!! Magnificent Art 😍😍😍

[@yankyLOVE22]

You have an amazing talent!!!! WOW

[@markwatters6875]

Mate, you are an absolute genius , don’t ever lose your imagination. All the best from Australia

[@sonunapit6870]

While his art is washed away by rain, his imagination is unable to get washed away by rain..❣ Respect his creativity which makes our life more beautiful!🔥😊

[@anniec.417]

My city is this guy’s stomping grounds, and trust me, his art is even more whimsical and charming in person.

[@elviraassmann7597]

Amazing! Thanks for the information.

[@anonymoususer855]

Vandalism is permanent, but this beautiful art washes away with the rain. That's very sad and unfair.

[@RhondaBartlettRBDS]

I am fascinated by his art! Happy to have found his channel!

[@twowingsstudio]

Your art helps me smile. Thank you!

[@Honeypepper.]

Listen I absolutely love this, it needs to stay. So cool!

[@hz8873]

This made my day!

[@mikchanmyers7819]

This is nice and I love his voice

[@ditwjucrfest5646]

Thank you, street artist David Zinn . With all the depressing news lately, you've helped me relax.

[@jameskeru4151]

Simply amazing and satisfying to watch and look at!

[@emperorza5777]

I love how the art seamlessly blends in with the street imperfections!

[@bwhhc1422]

This is the type of chill out good people we need in this pandemic what a cool guy

[@JT-dj9vx]

Amazing! shame it's not permanent! it's so good brighten up the world💙💚💛🧡💜❤💖

[@vickinoeske1711]

I love the way Zinn sees the world. He's done so much great art that I can't choose between the ones I've seen which I adore the most.🎨

[@Gooddayatblackrockgood]

We need more people doing street art....I think it's great.

[@elizabethbrown2960]

I hate the concrete jungle but love the way street artists bring it alive and inspire local communities wherever they find themselves.🙏🥀

[@alex_n8863]

More content like this please! 👍

[@zoro192009]

Love the way you think and how you are not afraid of saying it, creative and very brave. Love your thoughts and Art

[@BeingSardar]

Really nice! 👍

[@filovirus1]

hope he gets a ton of sponsors and live comfortably and continue doing this

[@Justwanthavefun_100]

Too beautiful to washed away by rain 😭

[@johngornall3363]

I think it adds to the beauty of it. You appreciate it more I think because you know it won't last forever.

[@ideamaker]

Awesome Art!!!!!!!!!!

[@rabra4537]

Brilliant. Made my day

[@1812georgie]

Nice to see some positive news that brightens up the world. Truly amazing art!

[@XrisD147]

Wow! What a talent! I love it!

[@MegaSickcat]

His artwork is so creative and it brings a smile to my face to see it. They should be done in a permanent media. They are too good to wash away.

[@Marie-pw8dl]

I adore your beautiful arts!

[@elizabethbrown2960]

Simply talented artist, brilliant imagination 😊

[@vagalumevolatil]

What a beautiful soul and art!

[@joyridesham]

This art should be permanent, it would bring much colour and smile to people's lives cause the art has very fun characters

[@mr.nobody4097]

Amazing art

[@shaqwiththecombo]

Temporary on the streets, but forever on the internet.

[@aryyancarman705]

tru

[@yodaspank618]

Yes please more positive news. Thank you.

[@neeliefritz4125]

Your 3-D images are incredible!

[@Lynne-28]

Wonderfully imaginative! 🕊

[@carlhartt8346]

Awesome

[@usk8]

That's incredible

[@BreezyPlayz]

He just opened his mind and created this awesome idea of mine.

[@exodus1055]

This guy dont know how awesome this is, skill and a very very creative mind

[@PepeSnow]

Incredible!

[@saptarshisutradhar9379]

True artist...

[@neontyler6663]

Creativity at its finest ❤️😍

[@jamesonhiggins9547]

How could there be a thumbs down???

[@jamesonhiggins9547]

This art is awesome!

[@lfeb]

Love 'the man in the yellow hat' wish that they could stay longer

[@laceyharrison384]

It’s such a great thing that drawing exists! It just shows what people have in their minds! So cool! ❤

[@bullskitter]

Finally, interesting and positive news!!!

[@blairmarshall544]

Some stupid government official will get this stopped

[@fbiahmed]

Fuck no

[@isbread345]

In America or in Britain?

[@Luca-bv5ic]

@Hottu Doggu seems like with the government these days, all the shit that should be regulated is underegulated, and then with all this trivial harmless stuff the government acts like an authoritarian dictator

[@mhprotic]

finally something interesting posted on BBC after a long time

[@danielletrejo9843]

Amazing art!

[@rosshanson88]

Brilliant 👉👍

[@Oliver-bn7jt]

Great person. Wow.

[@jayzii3391]

hes got such an amazing and fun inagination.

[@yogeshwaran4993]

Love your art bro

[@superaschloch]

*Such a talented man.* 🔥

[@agirlhasnoname1422]

So clever; the humor and quirkiness of one of these drawings tied into its surroundings, is a gift for humanity. It's a bright spot on an otherwise dull canvas, a smile or chuckle will be had by young and old alike, upon seeing these 👾💗🤖

[@queencharlotte3793]

Awesome drawings....! ❤❤❤

[@kerryjohnson9738]

THANK YOU!!!!

[@rosalidthuita5652]

Just amazing ☺️

[@PigFucker-hs8ct]

WOW!

[@Kallivalli999]

Amazing 🔥🔥🔥

[@robinmorrow9023]

If you think you failed to make Art anywhere else other then Sidewalks then I’m very glad you failed at the other (In your mind). You are so very talented, and your gift makes me, and a lot of other people really SMILE! So Thank You, for sharing your beautiful gift with all of us! 🐛 🦋 🐙 🐠 🐳 🐘 🐌👽

[@elizabeth8895]

Pure talent wow

[@barrydavies9747]

Amazing just amazing

[@s0hail1]

*Brilliant Really Wonderful 🖤✔👏*

[@dinaraeva]

I wish to see this more ❤️

[@valyvalerie2601]

J'adore!!🤩❣ c'est super❣💖

[@jenniferdavis2110]

Wow he's really awesome!

[@jihadsadi1575]

Why the good art should wash in the rain leaving us with the garbage stuff

[@10MILLIONcreeperplushies]

None of his art is Garbage 🤧

[@Bakr-bv3id]

Paztell Roze he’s talking about graffiti

[@alienjourney]

He's talented.