Arguments Against Graffiti

Many artists and / or graffiti writers use their identity, voice, and manner of expression. They make a name for themselves. As artists of all kinds, they spend more time on their work. Graffiti can be displayed on billboards, bridges, buildings, and signs everywhere. Some consider it a work of art. Others consider this art form as dangerous, irresponsible, or promote gang activity.

First, create graffiti can be dangerous. Artists graffiti climb to heights rely on buildings, billboards, sides of bridges, etc. Of course to reach those high places these artists must climb the height, or sit down, in order to complete their masterpiece. Many consider these unnecessary risks. Creating graffiti shows a willful disregard of another's property. Artists do not ask owners for permission to draw or paint on their property, whether private or public. If the owner is a private entity or insurance company must absorb the cost of having to remove the work or the owner must take care of it yourself. If the owner is a governmental entity, taxpayers absorb the costs. The public loses any graffiti artist and if not caught, is free to create again.

For others, it is a crime. Because it is a distortion of someone unauthorized property, illegal graffiti is a crime. Citizens of graffiti-infested communities may have fears and limitations. As a result, people may try to sell their homes. Graffiti can damage a community, by increasing fear and decrease property value. Potential buyers will assume that this is a bad neighborhood. They see graffiti as an eyesore in the neighborhood. To really dictate if graffiti is considered as art or vandalism, you should look at the intention behind the actions of the artist. When trying to express, is considered art. If they are intended to damage someone's property, it is