Obviously, street artists do not always manage to realize their creativity without consequences. Despite the fact that public interest in street art is growing and gaining more understanding, sanctions against artists are also sometimes increasing. In many countries, the law provides for considerable fines for damaging city property. That’s why writers often resort to tricks: they disguise their activities as repair work, filming, painting in abandoned buildings, etc. Although there are brave souls who decide to create right in the middle of crowded places. In such cases, the work has to be done very quickly, otherwise the extremists risk ending up in the police station.
Vandals or fighters for artistic freedom?
Many people wonder why they do this. Why can’t street artists realize their art in a more legal way? What is the point of their work?
The authors and their supporters explain their position by the desire to make art more accessible to everyone, arguing that most people do not even have the opportunity to see their cultural heritage hidden in museums, galleries, and private collections. In their opinion, in terms of accessibility, art should be beyond the generally accepted notions of private property.
It is important to remember that in their works, street artists often raise issues that require immediate resolution or attention. And what better way to attract attention than a provocation? Discrimination, politics, ecology, relationships – everything that worries society is expressed in the art of street artists. Therefore, the value of their work is undeniable.
Recognition is possible
No matter how controversial street art may seem, there are artists who have managed to gain worldwide recognition. Here are some examples:
Banksy. Many of the artist’s works have even received official protection status. He is generally considered to be the “gold standard” of contemporary street art, and his anonymity adds even more intrigue. No one knows who he is. It is known that Banksy is from Bristol, but his drawings are popular all over the world.
Vhils is a Portuguese artist Alexandre Fatou. A feature of his works is the use of an electric drill. He also collaborated with the famous band U2.
Above is an artist Tavar Zawacki, who started his career in the United States but later moved to Berlin. He covers the injustice of the modern system, poverty, etc.
