Graffiti evolves

     All art forms can refer back to the ancient cave drawings as their beginning.  Graffiti is one that has evolved yet stayed within a similar realm of artistic medium.  From the walls of Pompeii to the subways of New York City, graffiti has made its way around the world.  As graffiti has changed with the times, new ways of expression and interpretation have developed.  The ancient cave drawings are viewed as art and ceremonial, while the "art" that is in the subways and on sides of buildings has become known as vandalism.  

     Modern graffiti is believed to date back to the 1920s and still present in today's world.  As this art form spread from New York, with opinions of the depression; to the the secret language of London.  Graffiti has developed from 'tagging' to detailed art form of expression and lifestyles.  Some cities have embraced the creative landscape in graffiti while others have had to ban it for it's racial and gang related messages. 

    

     Even with graffiti being referred to as 'vandalism', many artist have found designated areas that have been set aside for these social murals, and some art galleries that cater to this form of pop art.  The stories in some graffiti are similar to the graffiti of centuries ago.  Graffiti is a beautiful expression of life and freedom, those that use it for tagging are the ones that have caused friction for the rest of the artist just trying to get their art out in the world.