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Painting Political Problems

November 25, 0017 12:00 AM
Socialist mural in Santiago, Chile, reading “Free and inclusive education! Now!” (Dimitry B.)Throughout history, art has been used as a means of protest. From Milan, Italy, to Seattle, Washington, to Santiago, Chile—and countless other cities—graffiti has become a weapon to protest perceived injustices. Aushi Walalam didn’t just discuss politics around the dinner table at night with his father—they went out together and graffitied Venezuela’s streets to make their voices heard.
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Artwork in Action: Saying Yes to Street Art

October 01, 0016 12:00 AM
Though graffiti is often seen as vandalism, many places throughout the world have embraced graffiti as a valid art form and as a way to enhance the community. Any vacation can be complemented with a stop to look at one of these legal graffiti destinations. Found in typical art hubs and less expected locales, graffiti art is visually impressive. A side trip to these outdoor art displays can offer an untamed perspective of any tourist hotspot.
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