11 Graffiti Proposals That Will Make You Want to Step Up Your Game

This Valentine's Day, take a cue from these romantic street artists.

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'Tis the season of love and romance. With the Valentine's Day pressure on, a lot of couples are taking it to the next level. Some opt for a bunch of roses and a box of chocolates, but the more creative romantics have taken to the streets, painting and graffiti writing marriage proposals for everyone to see. If you didn't have time to procure one of these awesome Valentine's Day cards, draw some inspiration from fearless artists who popped the question with a no-holds-barred attitude. Here are 11 Graffiti Proposals That Will Make You Want to Step Up Your Game.

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Forever

Love can be shown in the most creative ways. This proposal uses stylized graff to depict a kind of love that's endearingly rough around the edges.

Wall Art Proposal

Who knew stencils could be so romantic? It would be almost impossible to say no to this romantic silhouette.

Mural Proposal

This mural mixes bright characters, raindrops, sunshine, and clouds for a playful proposal.

Circus Proposal

This graffiti proposal snagged a prime spot in London's very own Shoreditch Art Wall.

3-D Proposal

This artist got down on one knee to pop the question right above his mind-blowing 3D chalk art.

Marry Me

Written over another tag, this unique font delivers a proposal with charm.

Amber Will You Marry Me?

Painted on a construction site next to the High Line in New York, this colorful graffiti proposal is impossible to miss.

Billboard Love

What better way to propose to your significant other than with a billboard hanging right over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway in New York? It must've taken a lot of time and serious balance to work those rollers.

Yes or No

Spotted in Georgetown, Washington DC, this proposal is certainly illegal in all cases. However, it's extremely cute and charming.

Kristen Will You Marry Me?

Graffiti artist Dusty Gilpin from Oklahoma City surprised the love of his life with a proposal that reads, "Kristen this wall isn't nearly big enough to show how much I truly love you. You are my best friend. Will you marry me?"

Caitlin Will You Marry Me?

In May of 2011, Jeff Gurwin proposed to his girlfriend Caitlin on Avenue A and 2nd Street in New York using graffiti art that would serve as a mural for an entire month.

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