This Artist’s Murals Really Seem to Jump Out of the Painting

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John Summers • Contributor
Mar 1, 2025 9:00 PM EST

Okay, this guy is REALLY good! It's one thing to paint beautiful, detailed, large murals using aerosol cans, but it's a whole different kind of talent to make these artworks seem to jump out and interact with their surroundings. French artist Pierre Bertolotti, also known as Scaf, does this with such ease that I'm left in complete awe. His hyperrealistic 3D graffiti transforms ordinary urban spaces into extraordinary experiences, depicting creatures like dinosaurs and more.

Born in 1980, Bertolotti's journey into the world of art began at a young age, and he later honed his skills through formal education. His work often draws inspiration from classic movies and video games, especially from the '90s, reflecting his personal experiences and artistic vision. ​

I think what I like the most about his work is the clever ways he manages to incorporate himself into the final work, where he will be running away from a dinosaur, riding a giant snake or dressed up in full costume alongside a ninja turtle.

He also seems to incorporate his dogs into almost every photo in a fun and whimsical way, so I'm completely sold—dogs make everything better.​

Enjoy these 31 insanely creative murals by this wonderful artist.

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  • 01
    SCAF! ZOZZ 0
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 02
    Cheezburger Image 10474441728
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 03
    mark
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 04
    AF
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 05
    Cheezburger Image 10474442496
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 06
    Cheezburger Image 10474441984
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 07
    Cheezburger Image 10474443008
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 08
    Cheezburger Image 10474442752
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 09
    Cheezburger Image 10474443520
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 10
    Cheezburger Image 10474444288
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 11
    Cheezburger Image 10474443264
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 12
    21
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 13
    Cheezburger Image 10474444032
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 14
    BRA
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 15
    JURAS RK
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 16
    Cheezburger Image 10474445056
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 17
    Cheezburger Image 10474445824
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 18
    Cheezburger Image 10474446592
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 19
    E
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 20
    AN AR GARAGE BONILLO 79.25.41.81 SCAF!
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 21
    Cheezburger Image 10474445312
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 22
    MINICORN WORLD 4 Σ
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 23
    Cheezburger Image 10474447104
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 24
    THE
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 25
    Cheezburger Image 10474448128
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 26
    Ma GEO! JASTA AMSEA ONER
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 27
    SCAF! T BUNGLE CED
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 28
    Cheezburger Image 10474447616
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 29
    RUE QUATRE FILS HOTEL DE GUENEGAUD MUSEE de la CHASSE et de la NATURE 韓 RENO PARIS ENTER. SAR OVER
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 30
    TORTELLA V. MUSC
    via Pierre Bertolotti
  • 31
    Cheezburger Image 10474448896
    via Pierre Bertolotti

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