Is graffiti a type of art?

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Is graffiti a type of art?

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This is not the answer you are going to expect from an old lady but yes, graffiti is an art form. As a matter of fact, some of it is very beautiful and thought provoking. To me for it to be art, it must be an expression of your soul or it has no meaning. I believe much of the graffiti of our youth does that. When it is just gang signs and saber rattling I'd question the artistic intent of that but when a young person is pouring his heart out in response to events in his or her life, like love, hate, poverty, or violence, it is as much of an art form as literature, music or dance. Just make sure you have something to say and that it moves your soul to say it. Try to put it somewhere it will not cause an undue burden to the owner of your canvas when they are forced by the city to cover it up.We have some permanent works in our town that is very lovely and has much meaning. Be the best at what you do.