What makes ‘good’ graffiti? Is there such a thing?

Considering the articles in the readings for Week 4 on graffiti, the documentary film “Style Wars,” and your own knowledge and/or experiences, reflect on the following points (in 2-4 pages):

• How do you define the term ‘art’?

• Do you consider graffiti to be art or vandalism?

• Who and what does graffiti represent?

• Why do you think graffiti has become so widespread?

• What makes ‘good’ graffiti? Is there such a thing?

BONUS QUESTION: If a graffiti writer does his or her work on canvas to be displayed in an art gallery or someone’s living room, is it still graffiti?