The economic crisis that wrecked the nation prompted groups of artists to seek an outlet in their urban environment to express what was occurring in their reality. Street art became a way of life; the ultimate expression of a troubled reality. Seven years later, this form of expression remains strong as the street art movement grows and changes.

These photos were taking during October 2008 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The works can be found at the corner of Gurruchaga and Soler in Capital Federal Buenos Aires.