A graffiti artist paints on the outer wall of a renovated house Tuesday in downtown Shanghai. Photo: IC Photo

Renovated rowhouses in the heart of Shanghai are painted with colorful graffiti mimicking their former style. Photo: IC Photo

Passersby look at a painting on a wall. After government-mandated renovations of old houses in downtown Shanghai, street artists have an opportunity to showcase their talent and creativity on new walls. Photo: IC Photo

A passerby takes a photo of a painting on a wall. Photo: IC Photo

A biker rides past a partially completed street painting. Photo: IC Photo

A resident walks past a painting of figures from old Shanghai. Photo: IC Photo