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May 27, 2009, 10:31 a.m.

Beautifying empty newspaper boxes

As some news operations contemplate a digital-only future, and free-sheets fall on hard times, you may find yourself wondering, “What about all those empty honor boxes on the street?”

Wonder no more.

Toronto street artist Posterchild has at least one idea that just might grow on you.

More here, including photos of the process.

(Hat-tip to Supafine for the find.)

POSTED     May 27, 2009, 10:31 a.m.
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