WEEK 2 - challenging preconceptions

Author: Grae Hastings /

"Welcome to the world of reverse graffiti, where the artist’s weapons are cleaning materials and where the enemy is the elements: wind, rain, pollution and decay. It’s an art form that removes dust or dirt rather than adding paint. Some find it intriguing, beguiling, beautiful and imaginative, whereas others look upon it in much the same way as traditional graffiti – a complete lack of respect for the law. Reverse graffiti challenges ideals and perceptions while at the same time shapes and changes the environment in which we live, whether people think for the better, or not." http://www.environmentalgraffiti.com

35 of the best reverse graffiti pieces

Reverse Grafitti in action
Reverse Graffiti Artist Moose



In the eyes of the majority graffiti is merely vandalism - damaging property. However, a new movement is upon us. Reverse Graffiti. Is it the same? Should it be considered as vandalism? Because the youth who are the main instigators in the vandal world, find it hard to discern the difference, should it all be stopped, punishable by law?