Reverse Graffiti

Reverse Graffiti?

Yes, it's graffiti in reverse, because instead of applying spray paint, artists take away material to create the art piece. It becomes a bit political due to it's method. Topics such as pollution come up, when filthy tunnels are wiped clean into shapes of skulls. The authorities may complain, but what can they do when these artists are simply cleaning the city walls? Paul "Moose" Curtis is a pioneer of the form. "Once you do this," he says, "you make people confront whether or not they like people cleaning walls or if they really have a problem with personal expression."

Deep.

Vermeer's Girl With a Pearl Earring. By Scott Wade.

Just as I am a fan of graffiti, I might be a bigger fan of this. There isn't anything illegal about it, and yet artists can spread their messages to the masses. Public art is fantastic, but waiting for commissions and grants can be arduous. There's always a way to speak out and let your voice be heard (1st Amendment anyone?) and I just love that people are so awesome as to figuring out ways to maneuver around certain obstacles that may be in their ways.

Yeah, it's an ad, but the message is great, and here's Moose in action: