No! Street Art is Art
it is vandalism
It depends on what the 'art' is ! If it's tasteful, neat and legible - it could be considered a form of art. However- if it's just a 'scrawl' saying rude offensive words- that's basic vandalism - pure and simple !
Michael Walsh has written: 'Graffito' -- subject(s): Graffiti, Street art, Law enforcement, Vandalism
Yes, street art is definitely a strong art form. From tags of artists to messages and images, much can be communicated through this art form. However its acceptance and legitimacy depends upon where it is displayed. An approved piece of art on a public/private area is art, however unapproved works at inappropriate places can be termed as vandalism.
The ethics of street art can be subjective and open to interpretation. Some argue that it is a form of vandalism and can damage public or private property. Others believe that street art can be a powerful form of expression and can contribute to the cultural vitality of a community. Ultimately, whether street art is considered ethical depends on individual perspectives and the specific context in which it is created.
Graffiti is often considered one of the most recognizable forms of vandalism, as it involves defacing property with unauthorized art or writing. While it is a significant issue in many urban areas, other forms of vandalism, such as breaking windows or damaging public infrastructure, can also be prevalent. The perception of graffiti as "top" vandalism can vary by community, depending on local attitudes toward street art and public aesthetics. Ultimately, its classification as the top act of vandalism is subjective and context-dependent.
Graffiti is only vandalism when it is created without commission on private property or in public places where it is not a protected art form. Many cities have laws that protect graffiti in certain places, like Venice Beach and 5Pointz in Queens. Graffiti art itself is not vandalism and is not illegal. There have been several well-known gallery shows featuring graffiti around the world, design houses like Elite Gudz that expand on art form to include fine art and comics, and books that showcase and analyze public street art, and books like The Faith of Graffiti that focus on pieces and graffiti art theory.
Graffiti has existed for thousands of years, with its origins tracing back to ancient civilizations. However, it began to be widely regarded as vandalism in the late 20th century, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s in urban environments like New York City, where tagging and illegal street art proliferated. This perception was fueled by public concerns over crime and urban decay, leading to stricter laws and crackdowns on graffiti. Today, while some view it as a legitimate art form, it often remains associated with vandalism due to its illegal nature.
depends where you put it. if you put it on someones house or something that's vandalism, but some people have jobs making murals of graffiti =]
ALL art has a subject matter.Gratuitous scribble is not art. At best it is the early attemps of an infant or it is vandalism and defacement.
Most people say its vandalism, however, isn't the whole point of art expression? If it is a form of expression and feelings exerted in art isn't the artist making a statement by putting it where he or she wants? Isn't that what makes graffiti unique and different? Sure there is a point where it is considered vandalism.... but aren't there certain positions where it should be considered art as well?
It depends on where it is drawn. If it is drawn on a place where the artist has permission, it is simply art. If it is drawn on somewhere where the artist does not have permission to draw, it is vandalism.