After our seminar discussion this past Thursday, I have been reflecting on the significance of the space graffiti creates. Before this class, my definition of graffiti was rather rigid. It consisted of spray paint, subways systems, New York City streets,and grungy European vibes. I have never before thought about the space graffiti creates when it is either performed, or placed. Thinking about graffiti as a ritual act we then must consider the space sacred. It is a place that has been selected to invoke conversation and interaction. I think I have often thought of graffiti as illicit because it is put up without permission, but it is in these places of tension that you have the most interesting interactions. We might also be able to think about these spaces as safe places for conversation that may not always be welcomed by a general public. I am very interested in the idea of using graffiti as a messaging board for political or social movements that might not always be welcomed by the general public.<\/p>\n
Going forward I want to focus my research on street art and social movements. I know this is an incredibly large topic, but potentially looking towards the connections between the use of graffiti in Paris, South Africa and Nicaragua I might be able to write a paper that isn’t just a book report.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
After our seminar discussion this past Thursday, I have been reflecting on the significance of the space graffiti creates. Before this class, my definition of graffiti was rather rigid. It consisted of spray paint, subways systems, New York City streets,and grungy European vibes. I have never before thought about the space graffiti creates when it … <\/p>\n