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Graffiti | Art : A Community Composition

A NEW experience at Livermore ArtWalk 2011:

 

Graffiti | Art - A Community Composition.

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Led by City of Livermore Arts Commissioner Arthur Barinque.

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G|A2C2 is an event which has three goals:

 

First Goal:

 

Honoring and respecting Graffiti culture. One of my intentions is to stay true to the nature of graffiti. I understand the rebellious state this culture comes from. TRANSFORM not CONFORM. I would like all participants and attendees  to understand this. From that point of understanding may we all honor and respect the culture.

 

Second Goal:

 

Graffiti as Art. Graffiti is an art form with it’s own techniques which are similar to other art forms. Most people will agree with these statements. Most however,  do not know of the positive role graffiti plays in our society. I want people to understand that this is a positive art form and there are, more now than ever, many outlets in which a Graffiti artist can contribute positively to the world.

 

The beginning of title of this event is a perfect representation of my second goal:

 

Graffiti | Art

 

I want to break the wall between Graffiti and Art. I believe only through positivity can this happen.

 

Third Goal:

 

Graffiti is a Community Composition. This means everyone is involved. From the police to those opposed to youth to the artist to store owners, it is the responsibility of everyone to take care of Graffiti. To build a community which appreciates not depreciates. CONSTRUCTION not DESTRUCTION.

 

 

With these three goals in mind, I am proud to invite all to:

 

Graffiti | Art : A Community Composition

 

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8th, 2011

12:00pm - 4:00pm

2293 First Street in Downtown Livermore

 

 

The days' event includes:

 

* A COMMUNITY FREEWALL. SPRAY PAINT IS PROVIDED (while supplies last).

 

* EXHIBITION MURALS by Kyle Panela & =) ???

 

* Community Organization STOP URBAN BLIGHT will be present.

 

* Past examples of Livermore FreeWalls from local youth events.

 

* Positive examples of Graffiti Culture on display.

 

* Black Book Practice Area

 

I hope to see you there. Peace!

 

Thank you to LVPAC and WalMart for contributions to this event.

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