Graffiti thesis and argument

Title: Graffiti in New York City

Thesis: For a long time, graffiti artists have been underground because this form of art is considered a violation of laws that prohibit vandalism. This is partly because this form of art is represented unlawfully in public places and private property and is associated with crime and criminal activity. The association of graffiti with crime and vandalism masks the talent and gift of art in these artists, which as a result, goes to waste. Legalization and proper regulation of works by these artists is beneficial to the artists as a source of income, and to the public as a form of entertainment. Graffiti in itself may not be a crime or an act of vandalism if made legal and properly regulated.

Argument

  1. Introduction
    1. Describe what graffiti is, the history of graffiti in New York City. Graffiti and the law. The purpose of the research paper.
    2. Thesis: For a long time, graffiti artists have been underground because this form of art is considered a violation of laws that prohibit vandalism. This is partly because this form of art is represented unlawfully in public places and private property and is associated with crime and criminal activity. The association of graffiti with crime and vandalism masks the talent and gift of art in these artists, which as a result, goes to waste. Legalization and proper regulation of works by these artists is beneficial to the artists as a source of income, and to the public as a form of entertainment. Graffiti in itself may not be a crime or an act of vandalism if made legal and properly regulated.

    Emphasis on benefits of art in the form of graffiti, why graffiti needs to be legal and the importance of legislation and policies in this process. Summary of thesis statement and the importance of involvement of the various parties that play a role in ensuring that incorporation of graffiti in the environment.

    1. The role of legislation and policy makers in making graffiti a legitimate form of art and in its regulation.
    2. The role of graffiti artists in the reform of this form of art
    3. The benefits of legalizing graffiti on crime rates; the place for graffiti in the society and the place of graffiti in museums and as part of history and records.
    4. The impact of legalizing graffiti on the environment including public places and private property as desired by owners in terms of aesthetics, as a source of income and entertainment to the public and as a way of expression and communication.
    5. Conclusion

    References

    Austin, J. (2001). Taking the Train: How Graffiti Art Became an Urban Crisis in New York City. Columbia University Press.

    Felisbret, E., Felisbret, L., & Prigoff, J. (2009). Graffiti New York. Abrams.

    Kramer, R. (2009). A Social History of Graffiti Writing in New York City, 1990-2005. Yale University.

    Verel, P. (2013). New York City Graffiti Murals: Signs of Hope, Marks of Distinction. Fordham University.

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