FROM VANDALISM TO ART

The work has moved from the beginnings of graffiti and vandalism to bringing messages or just simple beauty to an audience

Some artists use "smart vandalism" as a way to raise awareness of social and
political issues.

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Others simply see urban space as an untapped format for personal artwork.

While others appreciate the challenges and risks that are associated with installing illicit artwork in
public places.

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A common motive is that creating art in a format which utilizes public space allows artists who may otherwise feel disenfranchised to reach a much broader audience than other styles or galleries would allow.

ARTISTS YOU MAY LIKE

Alice Pasquini
Banksy
Shepard Fairey