Answering Questions ⑥

I would like to answer to question 11 & 12 !!!


11) Do styles of graffiti differ within the country?


The style of graffiti is different within each artist so it is very difficult to find the cultural differences in it. They might write it in their language. For example, Japanese painting in Kanji. But I think that is all.


12) Has graffiti changed within times?


When it started, graffiti was just tagging their names by spray. But as the time passed, different styles appeared. I would like to introduce some of the styles that has developed through times.


Stencil

Stencil graffiti is painting using stencils made of cardboard, paper and other more. It began in 1960's New York. Some of the famous stencil graffiti artists are John Fekner, Belk Le Rat, and Faile. It enables graffiti artists to put up complicated pieces very quickly, and also make it possible to paint much more detailed picture than just using spray can. Stencill graffiti was made popular by the likes of stelcil artist, Banksy, and has now spread through the world. It is thought to be associated with political and social issues more than other graffiti methods.

Wild style

Wild style is one of the most complicated forms of graffiti, developed by artist such as Stay high 149 and Tracy 168 in New York. It often contains arrows, curves, spikes and many other elements, which needs techniques. They are usually painted in 3D. Its form is very complex and stylized that it is hard for untrained people to read what it says.

Blockbuster

Blockbuster is a style used to cover a large area in a small amount of time. They are usually written in straight block bold simple letters. It is often painted with roller, which makes it faster and easier for them to paint. It is said to have been created to cover others work or to block somebody from writing in the same area.

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