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"Please be quiet"
This is from the Courtyard Gallery, Kaunas, Lithuania's second largest city.
A couple more shots here and here.
It really is a remarkable place.
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What is Kiemo Galerija or the Courtyard Gallery?
Kiemo Galerija, is a courtyard in Kaunas that has been transformed into an alternative art space.
Originally this was set up Vytenis Jakas with a few art pieces inspired by the Jewish residents that used to live here during the interwar period.
It challenged the idea of "home", whether it is a space with a lock and key or a community, and how modernisation has alienated societies and neighbours.
But, over time, the street art yard has expanded and invites local artisans and street artists from around the world to take part.
Walking inside Kiemo Galerija is almost like entering an alternate reality, where anything is possible.
Art Illusions, ghosts from the past, famous characters, colourful murals and protest pieces cover the walls making it an interactive creative space enjoyed by anyone who visits.
The history of Kiemo Gallery
The Kiemo Galerija was started by Vytenis Jakas who moved into the residential space above the courtyard.
He was annoyed about the lack of community spirit in the area. What used to be a thriving community of people who all knew each other, turned into residents living separate lives with a nod or a quick hello. It also was used as free parking and there was lots of litter that was taking up the area.
And, the project worked. Over time, it slowly eroded the alienation between them and brought the community together. To understand each other and make an effort to connect.
It also helped clean up the area and stopped so much rubbish from being dumped.
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