Love it or hate it, graffiti is here to stay. The appeal of the artform is simple: it takes art away from expensive, snooty galleries, and places it in the streets so it can be enjoyed by the people.
Pros:
- Low cost
- Brings art into the public realm
- Creativity and self-expression
- Can brighten up an area
- Diversity: a range of styles
- You’re not looking at a screen
- Doesn’t take long (when using stencils)
- Can be social
- Suitable for all ages
- Any blank wall is your canvas!*
Cons:
- *Usually illegal
- Vandalism, criminal damage
- Can be an eyesore
- Takes a lot of practise to become proficient
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