Detroit Beautification Project

[laphoque]

More art please!

I loved that DIA project where they placed portraits around town.

I like a lot of this work.

I think that all manner of these types of projects and initiatives should coexist in an ever-changing visual symphony that will only make this a more interesting place to live.

[jtf1972]

More art please!

I loved that DIA project where they placed portraits around town.

Reproductions of some amazing works placed about town and graffiti are two completely different things.

The reproductions show persons who may not otherwise think about great art what exists out there and may influence them to seek out more.

Graffiti adds to a feeling of confusion, corruption and lawlessnes. It may inspire "art" of its kind, but that will only add to the air of chaos. Please don't mind the pile of broken glass next to the car on blocks... that is only a portion of the artist's vision!