Photo: Dr. Derek

The busy streets of Manhattan are typically far removed from nature.

That’s precisely why it was the perfect spot for Spanish artistDulkto make a statement with a giant mural.

Dulk started working ingraffitiin 2003, and began taking on large-scale murals in 2011.

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

He also included his signature character, theSoul Rider, depicted getting along with wildlife in the ocean.

To create his murals, Dulk uses water-based acrylic paintan usual choice for this sort of work.

Using acrylic paint instead of spray paint helps me create a color palette with smoother transitions.

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

Painting the mural took him and his team seven days to complete.

Only a little awareness is needed from all parts involved to see big changes.

It was like David against Goliath, a modest and small building.

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

To create his murals, Dulk uses water-based acrylic paint.

Using acrylic paint instead of spray paint helps me create a color palette with smoother transitions.

Painting the mural took him and his team seven days to complete.

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

Only a little awareness is needed from all parts involved to see big changes.

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek

Ocean Ecosystem Restoration Mural by Dulk in New York

Photo: Dr. Derek