Graffiti Artists Channel Bad Acid Trips to Attack Scottish Castle
Going Like Sixty — February 8, 2009 — Art & Design
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Kelburn is one of the oldest castles in Scotland to be lived in by the same family continuously. What were the current caretakers thinking when they allowed two graffiti artists to take over the exterior? Two Brazilian street artists from Sao Paolo Nina and Nunca Os Gemeos painted the exterior with bright, Brazilian colors. And you thought your neighbor's car up on blocks was an eyesore!
Implications - Street art and graffiti are an increasingly acceptable artform in the public sphere. Where they were once perceived as a taboo artform for deviants and miscreants, they have found a place in museum exhibits and have become a primary focus for toursits interested in international art.
Implications - Street art and graffiti are an increasingly acceptable artform in the public sphere. Where they were once perceived as a taboo artform for deviants and miscreants, they have found a place in museum exhibits and have become a primary focus for toursits interested in international art.
Trend Themes
1. Acceptance of Street Art - There is an increasing acceptance of street art as a legitimate art form, leading to more opportunities for graffiti artists to showcase their work.
2. Graffiti Tourism - Street art and graffiti have become a primary focus for tourists interested in international art, creating potential opportunities for graffiti artists and tour operators to collaborate.
3. Revitalizing Historical Buildings - Using street art to transform the exterior of historical buildings can bring new life and attention to these structures, offering opportunities for collaborations between artists and property owners.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Culture - The art and culture industry can explore new avenues for promoting and selling street art as it gains increased acceptance and popularity.
2. Tourism - The tourism industry can capitalize on the growing interest in graffiti tourism by offering guided tours and experiences that showcase street art and graffiti from around the world.
3. Real Estate and Historic Preservation - Property owners and organizations involved in real estate and historic preservation can consider collaborating with graffiti artists to revitalize and transform historical buildings, attracting attention and increasing their value.
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