Who gets to decide what art gets put up in public

spaces?

• Levy: Local Government, is it rebellious or Anti-state, they wouldn’t put it up.

• Diamond: People can also petition to put things up.• Justin: The city or town decides. LOCATION is important. • Moh: Considering the Christopher Columbus statue, some people

vandalized it saying something about genocide. • Dakota: Local residents get to choose too. They can protest or promote

different art in their hood. • .

Some art in a public space near

us…Adam and EveBy Fernando Botero1932Bronze

When asked by his sculpture and paintings often feature larger and exaggerated forms, Botero remarked: "An artist is attracted to certain kinds of form without knowing why. You adopt a position intuitively; only later do you attempt to rationalize or even justify it.”

Who gets to decide what art gets put up in public

spaces?

• Michael: I DECIDE. The government gets to decide…but if you’re a graffiti or street artist, then YOU get to decide.

• Adrianna: Like Banksy• Artan: The community gets to decide. People in Bk don’t get to choose what goes

up in Manhattan. Go back to BK!!• Sarah: ANYONE can decide where to put their art…but there’s consequences. • Marco: There are laws that govern this....we should obey the law. • Julio: WHO CARES ABOUT THE LAW.• Prince: Anyone should be able to put art anywhere, as long as it’s positive.

Graffiti:….

“graffiti”

Writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place.

Stickers and other adhesives can also be considered graffiti. Graffiti ranges from simple written words to

elaborate wall paintings.

Aerosol spray&

paint markers

Scratchitietching acids

Vandalism:…..

“vandalism”

Vandalism is the behavior attributed originally to the Vandals, by the Romans, in respect of culture: ruthless destruction or spoiling of

anything beautiful or venerable. The term also includes criminal damage such as graffiti and defacement directed towards

any property without permission of the owner.Source: Wikipedia and Oxford Dictionary

Visigoths Sack Of Rome in 410 CE by J.N. Sylvestre 1890

1980s PUNK band

Breaking, Looting, Smashing, Destroying.

Street Art:…..

“street art”

Street art is art, specifically visual art, developed in public spaces — that is, "in the streets" — though the term usually refers to unsanctioned art, as

opposed to government sponsored initiatives (like public art). The term can include traditional graffiti artwork, sculpture, stencil graffiti, Lock On´s , sticker art, Yarn-Bombing, wheatpasting and street poster art,

video projection, art intervention, guerrilla art, and street installations.Sources: Wikipedia, Oxford Dictionary, kozak’s thoughts.

Why do you think vandalism, graffiti and street art often

confused?• Sarah: Most people think art is only in

museums…but when it’s on the street, people just assume it’s something else.

• Promia: The public/media generally treats these things with disdain.

• Adrianna: Because it’s illegal, it makes people want do it more. There’s a thrill factor to it.– Julio; TRUE. ADRENALINE.

• Artan: People don’t want THEIR property spray painted.– Destiny: it’s MY door. It’s MY property.

Don’t spray paint it. (Nita totes agrees)– Sakin: If it’s gang related, it could make you

a target.

Homework due on Thursday 9/14

• Email kozakartclass a clear picture of a piece of graffiti or street art in your neighborhood. – (remember not to share via google drive)

Why do you think vandalism, graffiti and street art often

confused?• Moh: The people who are putting up

this art think it’s graffiti/street art but the people who don’t want it up consider it vandalism.

• Levy: Because they’re all in the same place, people get them confused. If people don’t know anything about street art, they may mistake a “tag” for vandalism.

• Gyaban: Sometimes people see it as gang affiliation signs.

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Lock on’s

Ghost bikes byThe NYC street Memorial Project

Tape sculptures By Mark Jenkins

Site Specific …when the LOCATION is significant to the ARTWORK.When art is made for a specific area, and not some other area. and the artwork’s meaning is informed by the location

Sculptures

Banksy

Aakash Nihalani

Stickers (adhesives)

aakash nihalani

stikman

What is wheat paste?

wheat paste!!

What is wheat paste?

Water, flour and sugar (and copper sulphate to make it insect resistant)

Keeps for about a month, slowly starts to yellow and decay.

Stencils

Shopping JesusBy Banksy

Plastic Jesus Aerosol stencil2016

• California: If the amount of defacement, damage, or destruction is less than four hundred dollars ($400), vandalism is punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both that fine and imprisonment.

• Nevada For example, if you are convicted of a graffiti crime in the state of Nevada, the penalty ranges from as little as fine of between $400 and $1,000 and serving 100 hours of community service, to as much as five years in a state prison and a $10,000 fine.

• New York: Making Graffiti, pursuant to New York Penal Law 145.60, when one makes a mark (etches, draws on, covers, etc.) on another's property (whether it be public or private) with the intent to cause damage. Making Graffiti is an "A" misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail.

Plastic Jesus Aerosol stencil2016

Plastic Jesus Aerosol stencil2016

Plastic Jesus, BEST BUY - USELESS PLASTIC BOX

Plastic Jesus tries to work as

ethically as possible and

minimize harm to the

environment. His street art is only left in place for a limited time

and then removed. Any damage to the

urban environment is avoided and

limited as far as possible.

A few months ago the idea that people would be prevented from traveling to the USA whilst holding the correct credentials would have sounded crazy. Or that people having travelled here legitimately would be detained for no reason and without legal

representation. Or that Immigration snatch squads would wait outside schools or public meetings to apprehend people even though their immigration status is currently being processed by the USA government... Not so far fetched now?

Plastic Jesus Sculpture installation2016

CLASS INTERPRETATIONSKendell: He hates Donald Trump and his ideas (executive orders)Azalea: He speaks with his art, using it to send a message.Gyaban: Politically correct (kozak: or is it????)Moh: He’s a VERY sarcastic guy. (Satirical)Kellyah: Some people may be offended by him poking fun at sensitive topics. Kendell: He’s a jack of all trades, he’s doing spray paint, sculpture…...

CLASS INTERPRETATIONSPrince: He’s politically driven, like he wants everyone to be equal…..but he also wants to be famous. .Artan: He seems smart.Sarah: He seems carefree, like he doesn’t care what anyone thinks about his art. Promia:He seems to be fighting for social justice and advocating for the opinions of the public and current events.

Noume: He seems like he’s in with the now. He’s up to date with current events.

Michael: His work is a LITTLE controversial…...he’s bringing up topics about society and how we impact these decisions. ....

ARTISTIC INTENTIONS…Plastic Jesus is a Los Angeles based street artist that specializes in bold stencil and installation work, inspired by….• world news events•society•the urban environment, •Culture •And Politics.

His critically acclaimed work combines humor, irony, criticism and unique opinion to create art that engages on many levels.

Often questioning the norms in society Plastic Jesus confronts our compliance of culture and current affairs. The artist uses scale and contradiction as a means to highlight issues and opinions that often go unquestioned.

The aesthetic appeal of his work combined with the engagement produces an addictive mix that challenges our acceptance.

Plastic Jesus is not about revolution, he is not a anarchist but would like to see some changes around the place. His work is more about shining a small light into some of those dark corners of society.

@PlasticJesus is not limited to just stencil art

PLASTIC JESUS“Every day twenty two former military veterans commit suicide.”2016

Final thoughts on our INTERPRETATION vs. artistic INTENTION

Kendell: IT’s not like he’s just making it for no reason…all of his ideas are relevant. Benzion: It’s humerous pieces like the little wall around Trump’s star that are creative, and people may even laugh at the joke, even if they’re Trump fans. Tenzin: The Useless Box is like a warning for this generation. Gyaban: It’s like “don’t spend money on irrelevant things.”Tatiana: He uses a lot of different mediums...it shows he has talent and not just one material. (versatility)Jaylieen: I don’t think he really makes a difference in everyday life. I know it’s everywhere, but I don’t think it affects everyone’s life. Daymoni: It’s like saying “why does this person make music?” if you don’t listen to it, you may not care about it. .

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Final thoughts on our INTERPRETATION vs. artistic INTENTION

Julio: His artwork stands out for what he wants to change in the world. Cass: He’s fine. The things he says are important. But he’s definitely not the first person to say these things. Marco: His work is important…but I didn’t see it when I was in LA. It helps to bring awareness to the people. Danisa: His stuff be smart. Nahsayinnnn? His work is controversial....but bad publicity is still good publicity. Like Donald Trump...the first comments he made be crazy. Promia: He’s a bit like robin hood....whether you like it or not depends on if you’re the oppresor or the oppressed. Theresa: He doesn’t really care what other people think. He just wants to get his opinion out there. Artan: Even though new yorkers view DT as this “evil guy” other people may respect him.

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Another example of stencils…

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

UnCutt (sometimes known as UnCasso) is a New York City based street artist, originally from Queens. His work can now be found in New Jersey, Miami, and beyond.

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

UnCutt gained massive notoriety in 2014 at Art Basel (a large art-fair in Miami) when he created a massive mural of Steve Jobs at Wynwood Walls, a location similar to the Coney Island Art Walls.

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

UnCutt gained massive notoriety in 2014 at Art Basel (a large art-fair in Miami) when he created a massive mural of Steve Jobs at Wynwood Walls

Protecting Yo Heart simply means to be careful what you put in your Heart, from negative words, people, to negative feelings. You see, the heart is a self-contained organ like the rest of our wonderful body. The heart plays an important role in your physical & Spiritual (vibration) life. Physically, by making sure that clean blood is distributed through out the body and spiritually, allow you to freely give & accept love thru out the Universe. Now, the key is making sure we don’t interfere with that natural order. We don’t have to try to love because love is like air, it’s all over, a reminder to be mindful of what we allow in. You see, I just want everybody to realize that we share the same energy and that we are all one race.

How do we decide what we allow in? Emotionally? Socially?Nila: It depends on what bothers you the most or what you connect to.

If there’s a topic that I feel strongly about, it’ll affect me more. Like How people may try to tell YOU how you feel.

Danisa: Sometimes I just wanna argue. But sometimes people come at me with a stupid argument and I stop, because it’s just going to stress me out. .

Promia: we decide what we allow into us based on who we admire and look up to.

How do we decide what we allow in? Emotionally? Socially?Tatiana: It depends on who you spend time with, what kinds of people.Tenzin: The environment you’re in can affect you’re emotions. Like in a busy train, it can affect your feelings. You have control over your feelings.

jaylieen: You can fight your feelings, but they’re going to come out eventually. Anger and hatred come out eventually. Yeva: Go read “The Secret” If you think too much about negative stuff, it’ll just keep coming back to you.

--power of positive thinking. Kendell: People used to make fun of me for being good at Soccer. BUT NOW I’m TALLER THAN ALL OF THEM.

“My message is way bigger then a sidewalk that’s full of gum, cigarette butts and those wack ass marks those construction dudes be leaving on the ground in bright orange, red or black spray cans. I try to be very respectable about this but everybody's gonna have something to say when they don’t understand your moves. All I can say is, this is not for them and they don’t deserve my time.”

“My message is way bigger then a sidewalk that’s full of gum, cigarette butts and those wack ass marks those construction dudes be leaving on the ground in bright orange, red or black spray cans. I try to be very respectable about this but everybody's gonna have something to say when they don’t understand your moves. All I can say is, this is not for them and they don’t deserve my time.”

“[After years of using this quote,] one of my followers informed me to look into Proverb 4:23. Come to find out, the quote says: Above all else, Guard your heart for everything you do comes from it. So I saw that as a sign that I came up with the new version for our generation and I was convinced that the Universe is really speaking through me and I must spread the word that we all already know but seem to forget the importance because of our everyday lifestyle of trying to keep up with this physical life.”

Interpretations???...

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

The Love Board waslocated on 9th ave between 14th and 15th streets. On the first day, the board was fully covered early into the project. UnCutt erased it six more times as it filled up, documenting the results on instagram. He continues to maintain the piece at various venues

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

With journalist Noor Tagouri @ntagouri

The Love Board waslocated on 9th ave between 14th and 15th streets. On the first day, the board was fully covered early into the project. UnCutt erased it six more times as it filled up, documenting the results on instagram. He continues to maintain the piece at various venues

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

UnCutt continues to use this graphic style in his other work. His image of Michael Jackson has been almost as prolific as Protect Yo Heart. He often chooses ‘people who inspire him’ as subjects of his work.

Notorious BIG2016

Coco Chanel2016

YoungMJDate unknown

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

Much of UnCutt’s YoungMJ work is screen printed and wheat-pasted. This follows a long tradition of street artists like Swoon and Shepard Fairey…

“All these strange pieces came

together to create this beautiful

image…as humans, so can we.”

UnCutt@uncuttart

@protectyoheart

Also similar to other street artists like OBEY, UnCutt has begun to monetize his street art into commercial products and fashion. Most of these are limited edition.

Does this impact the quality of UnCutt’s work? Final Thoughts?

Levy: This doesn’t impact his work, because he needs to eat at the end of the day.Kendell: People may think it’s all about money. But that’s ok. I would use this to make money. But some people are critical thinkers and like to go hard. People that are pessimists, looking for something wrong in everything. Jaylieen: You can think critically without being pessimisticDaymoni: You can think critically to learn more….it’s not necessarily negative.

Does this impact the quality of UnCutt’s work? Final Thoughts?

Adrianna: Even though his intentions are honest….the more you try to make a profit out of it...the more it may lose it’s initial value. Artan: DISAGREE. He didn’t start off as a clothing designer….but hey, you can’t survive off of painting things on the street. Sarah: It’s like a reminder....you see it every time you wear it. This may help get his message out even moreDanisa: I agree BUT.....the message loses it’s value. I understand he needs to make ends meet, but this may change his art. You may start changing your message so that more people buy it.

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