Step Outside: The Family Room – Jinxed, South Philadelphia
(September 27, 2025)
As part of the Step Outside: The Family Room exhibition at Jinxed South Philadelphia, Rob Nero presented new works from his Ways Into Philly series: Crossing Over (Ben Franklin Bridge), Inbound (SEPTA Regional Rail), and On the Block (rowhomes and skyline). Built in his signature single-layer stencil style and framed in hand-built poplar, the series traces how people enter, move through, and belong to the city. The presentation also included a collaborative concrete-cast spray can, stenciled and mounted on a custom poplar shelf—bridging studio craft with street roots.
The Philadelphia Barber Company
(1106 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19123)
Rob Nero has eight one-of-a-kind artworks on display in this upscale Northern Liberties barbershop. Each piece shares a common theme — created entirely from upcycled materials sourced locally in Philadelphia. The artworks and their matting are made from recycled cardboard, while the frames were salvaged from either the trash or second-hand shops throughout the city. To view photos of the full showcase, please visit Rob Nero's Instagram.
The Broderick Apartments
(400 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106)
“I hung this piece in the lobby of The Broderick Apartments in Society Hill. It was created from recycled materials and supplies I often use in my work — layered textures inspired by the street: torn paper, staples, splattered paint, and more. Across the surface, the words YOU ARE MY HOME are stenciled.
Home can be a physical place, but it can also be a person. You are my home, and I want to come home to you.
This 1-of-1 canvas was installed for public viewing at 400 Walnut St., inviting anyone in the area to step inside and take a closer look. The piece was also made available for purchase directly off the wall.”
— Rob Nero
(SOLD)
1600 Callowhill
(1600 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA 19130)
Previously on display in the lobby of 1600 Callowhill were seven classic Rob Nero pieces — spray paint stencils on canvas, each signed and dated (2019).
Fashion District Philadelphia
(9th & Market Streets)
Fashion District Philadelphia is a shopping mall in Center City along Market Street, opened in 2019 on the site of the former Gallery at Market East. On the third level, aligned on a feature wall, hang two painted art installations by Rob Nero. The pieces feature the phrases ‘You Belong Here’ and ‘Please Don’t Go’ stenciled across faux brick surfaces. Each installation measures 4' x 4'.
(NOT FOR SALE)
"YOU BELONG HERE" Mural
(448 N 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123)
Located in Philadelphia’s Spring Arts district, Rob Nero’s first mural was painted in 2017. The piece marked the beginning of his large-scale public work in the city.
