There are those who dismiss graffiti as a form of art. I don’t think so. To me, it is a form of popular expression—often born from those who may not have the means or opportunities to be exhibited or published through conventional channels. In fact, there are several well-known artists who began as graffiti writers. One of the most famous is Jean-Michel Basquiat, who started tagging walls in New York under the pseudonym SAMO. Another is Banksy, whose politically charged street art has gained international recognition while retaining its anonymous, subversive roots. These examples show that graffiti can be not only a raw and immediate way of communicating but also a powerful aesthetic and social commentary.
