Blog #5 (Graffiti)

This work of art is displayed on the corner of Wyckoff Ave and Flushing. Its vibrant colors and unique features can make almost anyone passing by it stop and stare. 

While some might see it as vandalism and illegal play, graffiti can be considered a freedom of expression. Graffiti artist use spray cans to create unique works of art. They use their spray cans as their paintbrush and anything from the outside of a train to the side wall of a building as their blank canvas. Graffiti is different from the works of art we saw in the museums because a lot of the paintings were made on a blank canvas compared to graffiti which is usually created on a larger surface, primarily walls. Graffiti artist have several different reasons for creating their work of art. They create graffiti to express themselves as individuals. I believe graffiti should be included in museums because graffiti is art. Graffiti is detailed and it is not something everyone can create. John Cotton Dana states, “Surely a function of a public art museum is the making of life more interesting joyful and wholesome”. I agree with Dana statement because if museums were to contain more works of art that local people can relate to, people would maybe visit the museums more often because they would be able to relate to the works of art displayed. The audience would be able to identify the works of art easily compared to an old european painting.