Although painting on walls has existed for (0) CENTURIES (CENTURY), modern street art really began to flourish in the 1970s. What started out as simple graffiti has since developed into a genuine form of artistic 1CREATE. In many cities, however, painting on public walls is still considered 2LEGAL, and artists often work at night to avoid being caught. Despite this, a number of street artists have gained international 3RECOGNISE for their work. Walking through neighbourhoods like Shoreditch in London or Wynwood in Miami, visitors can enjoy an amazing 4VARY of styles, from colourful cartoons to sharp 5POLITICS statements. Local 6PAINT often team up with residents to brighten up old buildings, and the results can be truly 7IMPRESS. Some of their pieces have even found their way into major 8EXHIBIT in respected galleries, showing just how far this once-underground movement has come.