🎨 Draw with us on September 6, 2025 & take the 3D Street Art Audio Tour

In addition to the 3D street paintings in Tiel, there’s also room to discover new talent. That’s why on Saturday, September 6, we’re hosting the Street Painting DO IT YOURSELF CONTEST in Tiel. Everyone is welcome to create a pastel chalk drawing inspired by 6,000 years of Tiel. The contest is open to all ages […]
Your guide to Tiel’s 3D street art and hidden stories

Tiel’s streets are full of stories – and now you can explore them at your own pace. With the free World Street Painting audio tour, the city becomes an open-air museum, where every artwork tells a tale and every step connects you to centuries of history. The route takes you past impressive 3D street paintings […]
Joplin is a 3D street art playground

This year’s edition features 10 dazzling new 3D artworks that invite you to visit, interact, and take photos as part of the art. From the humorous to the nostalgic, each piece tells a unique story: Roberto Carlos Treviño Rodriguez (MEX) – Take a ride with BoomerJump into a joyful motorcycle ride with man’s best friend […]
Hidden stories of Tiel come to life in 3D

During World Street Painting 2025, international artists will transform this rich history into spectacular 3D street art. Ten locations in the city center will become living history books you can literally step into. From the impressive Hanseatic ship on Waterstraat to the post-war reconstruction of the St. Martin’s Church – each artwork invites you to […]
Meet the artists of Tiel!

Over the course of four days, a group of world-class street artists will create large-scale 3D artworks inspired by the theme “6000 Years of History.” From ancient discoveries to archaeological wonders, these artworks will offer visitors the chance to walk through time—literally. Here are the artists bringing Tiel’s history to life: Jean Marc Navello – […]
Step into centuries of history with World Street Painting in Tiel!

Inspired by Tiel’s famous 4000-year-old solar calendar and layers of hidden history just beneath the streets, these artworks reveal the secrets of time and past civilizations. The festival opens on June 21, Summer Solstice, alongside the launch of the updated Canon of Tiel. Walk through centuries-old stories, explore history in a playful way, and become […]
10 years World Street Painting

What started as a bold idea in the streets has grown into a global movement. Artists from all corners of the world have brought cities to life with stunning 3D artworks — transforming public space, telling stories, and bringing people together. Now, we’re celebrating this milestone with new festivals in Joplin (USA) and Tiel (NL). […]
Jean Marc Navello brings playful stories to life in Joplin and Tiel

Inspiration rooted in symbols and humor Jean Marc’s work stands out for combining clear ideas with a touch of humor. “I’m often inspired by graphic elements, logos, emblems, initials, or even a motto or a word,” he explains. “There has to be a story behind the artwork because I like to tell little stories through […]
World Street Painting Tiel!

6,000 years of history – on the streets During World Street Painting, international artists will transform the city into a temporary open-air museum. At 10 locations throughout downtown Tiel, they’ll create stunning 3D street paintings live on-site—each one inspired by the city’s rich and ancient history. Think Roman excavations, medieval walls, or the world-famous 4,000-year-old […]
When route 66 meets outer space

A universal stop along the mother road Raised in Oklahoma and Texas, Jan grew up surrounded by the culture and landmarks of Route 66. “Route 66 has always been a part of my life,” she says. “There are so many places my family would stop on road trips.” Instead of focusing on one specific location, […]