Hi everyone,

I’ve been deeply involved in collecting Urban Art and contemporary street-influenced work for over 10 years now, mostly from a European perspective. Based in Düsseldorf, Germany, I’ve had the opportunity to build and refine a growing collection focused on artists from the graffiti, street, and post-street-art scenes.

Over the years, I’ve come to recognize a few patterns in what actually makes an artist’s work resonate with collectors—especially in today’s shifting landscape of Urban Art.

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From the perspective of a collector, here’s what stands out in 2025: • Cultural authenticity over aesthetic trends Works rooted in genuine experience (subcultural, political, local) often hold more long-term value. • Consistency of message and technique When an artist develops a clear identity over time—even across mediums—it builds trust in the work. • Evolution from street to structure Artists who evolve from public intervention into structured, gallery-ready formats without losing the “edge” of Urban Art are especially compelling. • Documentation & presence Seeing how artists document their work—process, walls, studio shots, etc.—helps collectors contextualize their development. (Instagram is often part of this, but it’s not just about reach—it’s about coherence.)

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For context: My name is Andrew Jovic, and I share parts of my collector’s perspective and observations via Instagram at @cyberkid70. I focus on both emerging and mid-career Urban Artists, and I’m always interested in new work, new voices, and honest discussion around the state of Urban Art globally.

I’d love to hear from others here—whether you’re an artist, collector, or just a fan of this form—about where you see Urban Art heading in 2025 and beyond.

Thanks for the space & respect to all the creators out there.

– Andrew Jovic Urban Art Collector | Düsseldorf