Catman Graffiti Art in Whitstable

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Catman has been called the Banksy of Kent. His graffiti art is becoming widely appreciated and his original works on canvas are being snapped up by art collectors. Catman graffiti art can be seen for free on the streets of Whitstable. It brings visitors to the area.

About Catman

Catman studied at UCA in Rochester in Kent where he learned Architectural Model Making. He went on to study Fine Art at UCA in Canterbury, just a few miles from Whitstable. Combining the skills he acquired he creates stunning street art with a message.

Shop Local by Catman

This is the first of the graffiti pieces you'll see as you drive into Whitstable from the A299. It has been painted on the railway bridge that crosses the main road. It has started to fade now, but it can still be seen.



The Mona Lisa by Catman

On the corner of Clifton Road, on the wall outside of Wareham's Antiques, the Mona Lisa can be found. She has been painted carrying her own frame and wearing a split-to-the-thigh dress. The image of the demure woman inside the frame contrasts dramatically from the woman underneath.



The Hourglass by Catman

On the corner of Terrys Lane, on the outside wall of the charity shop is the latest of Catman's pieces. Painted poignantly on David Attenborough's birthday, it depicts a message about the plastic issues damaging the world. Time is quickly running out, squeezing the life out of planet earth.



The Queen on a Hoverboard

This image has been much photographed. It's a humorous depiction of Her Majesty being towed along by her corgis. You can find it outside of Boots the Chemist on the high street.



Boy Blowing Bubbles by Catman

On the wall of a side road off of Harbour Street, called Victoria Street, there is a small boy blowing bubbles into the air. The bubbles spell out the word Whitstabubble - a play on the seaside town's name.



There was a further piece of graffiti art called 'Drink Local' showing a fisherman holding a pint of beer. This has been painted over. Street art does fade and gets washed away, so see it while you can.

Enjoy a free activity in Whitstable and see if you can spot all of them. Walk the length of the town and you will be able to find each one.

To see more of Catman's work, you can go to catmanartist.co.uk

If you want a piece of Catman art to take home. They can be purchased at Graffik Gallery at the time of writing.

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