Nina Valkhoff is a muralist and painter from the Netherlands known for her vibrant, large-scale murals that often depict wildlife, flora, and powerful female figures.

Her detailed, expressive works are inspired by her love for nature and her advocacy for animal rights, aiming to create awareness and admiration for biodiversity. Valkhoff’s art combines realism with colorful surrealism, transforming urban spaces around the world. She’s painted murals across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, each work adding her unique vision to public spaces.

For more, visit Nina Valkhoff’s website.

“Jade and Moggy” by Nina Valkhoff by in Gent, Belgium.

Nina Valkhoff: This mural is for everyone who needs a hug. It’s called ‘Jade and Moggy’ and it represents the amazing feeling of hugging someone you love, human or animal. Especially in these challenging times this is a feeling most of us crave, and I hope to give a message of hope and love with this mural. We see a sleeping girl with her cat. Is she dreaming, or is what we are seeing a daydream of the cat, who sees tasty little fishes appear? Based on a photo taken by Karin Post of her daughter Jade and their cat Moggy. Made for the Goldmine festival in Gent, organized by Wallin’.

More cats: 43 Purrfect Street Art Pieces

Mural by Nina Valkhoff in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire for Cheltenham Paint Festival.

Photo by Rob Martínez

“Stadsnatuur” by Nina Valkhoff in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Did you know that there are foxes in Rotterdam? I did not, and I was so delighted, that I took this opportunity (wall) to tell everyone about the foxes in my city! There are roughly between 30 and 50 of them, hiding for humans, very rarely they are spotted on the streets. They help to keep the population of rats under control and they will never attack humans/kids . The downside is that chickens and rabbits are not safe for a hungry fox.

The Irish mythological story of Étaín! By Nina Valkhoff for DRAWDA festival in Drogheda, Ireland.

Nina Valkhoff: My contribution to the DRAWDA festival in Drogheda, Ireland. This was a special one, I was given the Irish mythological story of Étaín, to make my own visual representation of this complex story. I will not do it justice trying to summarize it here, so I will explain the elements I picked. Étaín was a beautiful woman who got cursed and transformed into a scarlet fly. This is the glowing insect you see in the middle of my painting, a ‘scarlet fly’ with a little twist. In the very end of the story, over a thousand years have passed and Étaín has transformed many times, she flies away with her lover and they are seen as two swans. In my composition I tried to show protection and love, elements that are a part of this story.

What do you think about the murals by Nina Valkhoff?

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45 Purrfect Street Art Pieces: A Tribute to Our Cats

The world of street art is a vibrant, ever-evolving canvas that reflects the thoughts, ideas, and aesthetics of diverse cultures around the globe. Among this profusion of creativity, one subject stands out and continues to inspire artists across borders and continents – the cat.

This feline-inspired street art phenomenon is far-reaching, with each corner of the world lending its own unique perspective to the representation of cats in public art. In the bustling cities of Japan, for example, where the cat is considered a symbol of good luck, you might spot murals depicting ‘Maneki-neko’ or the ‘beckoning cat’, a common Japanese talisman believed to bring fortune and prosperity.

Across the Atlantic, in the urban landscapes of New York or Los Angeles, artists portray cats as emblems of the city’s spirit – independent, resourceful, and resilient. These murals often depict cats prowling rooftops or lounging lazily in the sun-drenched corners of the city, much like their human counterparts.

The styles in this collection range from super realistic to bold and colorful. Each piece tells its own story, celebrating how much people love cats. This collection is full of surprises and purr-sonality!

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About: House turned into a giant cardboard box with a cat

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About: The Giant Kitten

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About: The Red Cat Mural: A Street Art Piece by LeHo Artwork in Taipei

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About: They made a statue to honor a stray cat that used to sit in this position and watch the passers by

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About: Street (cat) Art by SWIFTMANTIS in Papaioea, New Zealand (4 photos)

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About: Street Art by DALeast – In Paris, France

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About: Cat! – Street art by Näutil in Réthoville, France (9 photos)

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Photo by Strangefruit Street Art.
About: Pelle Svanslös mural by Charlie Granberg in Uppsala, Sweden.

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About: Summer and Winter by Braga Last One in southern France (6 photos and video)

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About: 6 pics: Lynx Cat – Made of plastic waste by BORDALO II in Lisboa, Portugal

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About: Street Art in Valparaíso, Chile

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About: Cat by Stamatis Laskos in Naousa, Imathia, Greece

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About: Cat Mural by Dan Leo (+ 4 more animals)

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About: Meow meow (5 photos)

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About: Cat In A Box – By Vladi in Hong Kong

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About: A feast for the eyes with the enchanting cat mural by artist Uriginal in Barcelona (4 photos)

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About: Sleeping Painted Cat by Jack Lack in Grenoble, France

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About: Black Cat mural by 3MK in Ptolemaida, Greece

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About: Cute Star Cat by Sagie in Jönköping, Sweden

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About: Cat waiting for mouse – 11 Paste Ups by LIZ ART BERLIN

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About: ‘Rustle in Feilding’ – Cat mural by SWIFTMANTIS at Manawatū Street Art Festival in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand

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About: Meet Olive, she’s a Christchurch city stray cat and she’s in need of a home! Mural by SWIFTMANTIS in New Zealand

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About: Cat in London by Neon Artist David Speeduk

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About: Cat Lover by Spray Lover in Lisbon, Portugal (4 photos)

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About: Cat mural by LexusOne in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

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About: We will meet again in another life when we are both cats

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About: The natural movement of this cat sculpture is amazing

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About: All Cats Are Beautiful (Dirty Van Art)

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About: There was some racist rubbish here but I covered it up with this picture of a cat

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About: Cat – Street Art by JPS

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About: Sleeping kitten 2 by WA in Lima, Peru

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About: Big ginger kitten escaping from the side of the building

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About: 1312 Hello Kitty

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About: Street Artist N.M in Flensburg, Germany

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About: Happy Cats! – In Kyiv, Ukraine

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About: Unknown artist and location

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About: Snow Cats climbing trees

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About: Cat lights in Zelenogradsk, Russia

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About: This is in Germany, made to honor all homeless cats (3 pics)

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About: #caturstones on #caturday

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About: The Cat Trace (Caturday #69)

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About: Street Art by 0331C – A Collection

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About: 6 Photos of Street Art by Banksy in Gaza, Palestine: “People only look at pictures of kittens”

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Which cat is your favorite? Should we do more blog posts with street art of cats?

This dog doesn't realize that the cat is a painting

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HERA, a German street artist, has made a name for herself with murals that blend fine art and graffiti.

After stepping away from HERAKUT, she now works independently, creating large-scale art that often features humans and animals in dreamlike, emotional scenes. HERA’s style mixes detailed brushwork with the raw energy of street art, inviting viewers to connect with the deep stories her work tells. She continues to inspire with her unique, heartfelt murals found in cities around the world.

Old collection of work by the duo HERAKUT: Street Art by Herakut – A Collection

Photo by Wallkandy

“Wild Child” by HERA in Civitacampomarano, Italy.

HERA about Wild Child: Choosing a stray cat as the hero of a piece of public art is my way of attempting a balance between the existing monuments of some pompous monarchs or war generals and the real inhabitants of a place. I want the little ones, the real ones, the actual souls of the streets to be recognized. I want to pay homage to the ones who surely have fought through their fair share of struggles, and have their scars to prove it, but chose to for the most days just quietly exists, mind their business and remind us to enjoy even the uneventful days.

By HERA in Vincennes, France for Le Point Millepages.

Translation of the murals text: The children asked the fox how to escape from everyday life. He answers “it’s easy, all you need is to open a book”

More photos and about the mural: Mural by HERA of Herakut in Vincennes, France (8 photos)

Photo by Strangefruit

By HERA in Karlstad, Sweden for Karlstad Street Art curated by Huderrederre.

HERA: Because I work when I freestyle i came to the wall without a sketch and spend my time listening to what locals said about Karlstad. Every detail of this artwork was inspired by some info I came across at the spot, but also its overall theme about hospitality.

The words on the upper left side read “Sola i Karlstad” which was the nickname of one particularly friendly tavern waitress and innkeeper in the city back in the 18th century; Eva Lisa Holtz. I think it’s absolutely amazing that the city even has a statue for her. How many cities in the world can say that they consider a sunny disposition and kindness as monument-worthy traits? I just love that!

So, that and the fact that being a good host is a ton of effort, I felt like I should dedicate this mural art to everyone who uses their time on earth to nurture others. And to unite others, no matter how far apart they usually sit.

By HERA in Aschaffenburg, Germany for Stadtbau Aschaffenburg.

Explore More of HERA’s Work on Instagram

Want to see more of HERA’s stunning murals and creative process? Follow her on Instagram at @hera_herakut to dive deeper into her world of art. From new projects to behind-the-scenes glimpses, her feed is a journey through her evolving solo work. Stay connected to see where her imagination takes her next!

What do you think about the murals by HERA? Do you have a favorite?

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Mural by HERA of Herakut in Vincennes, France (8 photos)

Mural by HERA of herakut in Vincennes, France. Photo by De La Couleur Sur Nos Murs.

Street Artist HERA

By HERA of herakut in Vincennes, France for Le Point Millepages.

Translation of the murals text: The children asked the fox how to escape from everyday life. He answers “it’s easy, all you need is to open a book”

More: HERA – Crafting Stories on Walls Around the World

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Mural by HERA of herakut in Vincennes, France. Photo by De La Couleur Sur Nos Murs.
Le Point Millepages: What is the place of books in your home?

HERA: I have an apartment with high ceilings in which the living room also serves as my workshop. So when I entertain friends, we sit in my open kitchen where a huge bookcase takes up an entire wall. There are a lot of children’s books, and just as many books by photographers like Christina Mittermeier and Steve Mc Curry. They are a source of inspiration and I take them from apartment to apartment, like an essential part of who I am.

Le Point Millepages: Women you love to read?

HERA: Susanne Goga, German novelist, is single-handedly responsible for my renewed interest in the city in which I live, Berlin. Her series “LEO BERLIN” is full of historical glimpses when she tells the life of her hero Leo Wechsler, Commissioner for Crim ‘in the 1920s. I have as big a weakness for thrillers as for history. The combination of the two is therefore perfect for me!
Mural by HERA of herakut in Vincennes, France. Photo by De La Couleur Sur Nos Murs.
Le Point Millepages: The book that changed your life?

HERA: There are many of them but one that I take in my luggage when I travel to paint is “Alibi School” by Jeffrey Mc Daniel. It’s a collection of poetry, and in fact, he gave it to me himself in 1997: I was 16 and I was on a school exchange at Venice High School in Los Angeles. Jeffrey had been invited as a lecturer in Lynn Sabin’s poetry class and he had an insane way of mixing humor with the gruesome side of life. To be honest, at 16, I didn’t really understand where his energy was coming from, but I did understand a few years later when I started doing graffiti. It was at this precise moment that I rediscovered the book of Mc Daniel and that I reread his verses over and over again until I knew them by heart. AND I have often quoted him on many murals to share his thoughts with the rest of the world.
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