Istanbul: Do Street Art with Local Artists at Home Garden

Besiktas, Istanbul, Istanbul



Spray paint your own graffiti tag in an artist’s home garden with local street art duo Peep & Shimo. Learn, paint, connect — and leave with your nickname on the wall.

Experience Istanbul’s graffiti culture with local artists Peep & Shimo in their private garden, suitable for all skill levels.

Join Peep and Shimo, a graffiti artist couple, at their home where you’ll share tea or coffee and stories before exploring Istanbul’s street art scene. Learn about graffiti tools, styles, and techniques, including spray caps and color fades.

You will create your own graffiti tag by choosing a nickname, sketching your design, and spraying it on their garden wall. This collaborative mural session offers a hands-on introduction to street art, regardless of previous experience.

What’s included

  • All equipment needed for the graffiti experience
  • Snacks
  • Tea or coffee

Cancellation policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable clothes suitable for painting. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited group size.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn about graffiti tools and techniques, create your own graffiti tag, and participate in a collaborative mural session at their private garden in Istanbul.
Peep and Shimo are a local graffiti artist couple in Istanbul who guide participants through the city's street art culture in their home garden.
No, the session is suitable for all skill levels, including complete beginners interested in Istanbul’s street art scene.
The workshop is held at Peep and Shimo’s private garden in Istanbul, offering a personal and creative setting.
Participants choose a nickname, sketch their design, and then spray it onto the garden wall under guidance.
Yes, the session covers various graffiti styles, spray caps, and color fade techniques used in Istanbul’s street art.
Yes, all graffiti tools and spray paints are provided during the session in Istanbul.
The activity welcomes both individuals and small groups interested in learning graffiti together in Istanbul.
Check the website for current availability and hours to find the best time for your visit in Istanbul.
Yes, Peep and Shimo offer tea or coffee as you share stories before starting the graffiti workshop.

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