Thursday, September 2, 2010
Graffiti.
In this article, Sumathi Reddy discusses graffiti and those who wish not only to decriminalize the craft, but also to advance it as an art form. Reddy does not take a firm stance, citing those on either side of the issue. However, her tone suggests a level of support for the graffiti artists. Personally, I believe an agreement needs to be reached between the law and the artists. Vandalism is a serious issue, but art is extremely important to our society. There certainly must be a happy medium. This relates to the themes we have covered in class in that we as humans have an innate sense for the aesthetic and a true draw to art whether we realize it or not. Graffiti artists create in order to express themselves and what they believe, similarly to the other artists we have talked about. Graffiti can be just as great a cultural learning tool as all other material culture around us. It conveys issues, styles, and ideas just as all other artwork can. Unfortunately, the difference in “canvas” makes it more difficult to be appreciated by those who do not directly connect to such work at first glance, shedding further light on the cultural learning that can take place with the help of urban artwork.
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I love that you chose and article about graffiti beccause not only is it very relevant to our time period and what art has evolved into during our time, but it also one of the neatest stree-forms of art in my opinion and also risky to do. I agree as well that there needs to be an agreement because grafitti art is so awesome but I understand why there are laws against doing it. But if its to be creative and make a wall more beautiful I'm all for it. Nice article write up!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree with you more about the artistic aspects of graffiti. We definitely all have a draw to aesthetics and also a desire to express, whether it's found in creating or identifying with specific art. I think your comment about graffiti art being a cultural learning tool is very interesting, and you are right. In x amount of years when who-knows-what has happened and our culture is being studied, street art would absolutely offer a good look into urban demographic lifestyle. Surely, there is a difference between vandalism and artistic expression, but maybe if more people could realize that, then a larger percentage of the population could appreciate it. Maybe in the future these artists will be commissioned to decorate our buildings ha!
ReplyDeleteGraffiti is incredibly interesting to me, so I am pleased that you chose an article discussing it. I agree 100% on everything said in your reflection as well. With an exception of a few people, our society is intrigued with this type of art. Many don't realize the skill and artistic aspects that graffiti conveys. Comparably speaking, it is barely any different to other types and/or styles of art like you said. If people were willing to have an open mind about this issue, maybe we would start to deem it as actual artwork.
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