Ghetto Gallery Episode 3 - Graffiti History & Guerilla Gardening

Graffiti is a form of art characterized by its big, bright, and stylized letters and often includes characters or images. It is a way for artists to express themselves and is often seen in public spaces.

The 80s style graffiti is significant because it represents the graffiti art of that era. The use of two-dimensional flat designs and specific lettering styles, such as wrapping the text with random lines and adding stars and spirals, were common in 80s graffiti.

Gorilla gardening is when locals come together to build gardens in neglected or run-down areas of a city. It is often seen as a form of political activism and a way to promote sustainability and community engagement. Gorilla gardeners typically work in secret, potentially facing issues of land ownership and trespassing.

Yes, gorilla gardening exists in Sydney. While it is more prominent in Melbourne, there are also successful gorilla gardens in Sydney. One example is in the backstreets of Chippendale, where you can find herbs, vegetables, and native plants growing on the sidewalks, making the area more beautiful and sustainable.

The crafty graffiti piece mentioned is unique because of its clever use of symbols and lettering. The artist incorporates exclamation points framing the piece and transforms an exclamation point into an eye. The letters "C," "R," and "E" are also creatively intertwined, and the overall design resembles Indigenous Australian artwork.

The purpose of graffiti varies, but it is often used as a form of self-expression, to make a political or social statement, or as a way for artists to gain recognition. Graffiti can also serve as a form of advertising, mimicking the style and techniques used in commercial billboards.

Yes, there are other notable graffiti pieces in Phillip Lane that were not shown in the episode. Pieces by artists such as Puddle and Teas can also be found in the area. If you are in Sydney and want more information about gorilla gardening, you can find links on the YouTube channel associated with this episode.