Art Movements and Social Change · Art History

The Rise of Street Art

Examining the transition of graffiti from vandalism to a respected form of social protest.

Key Questions

  1. 1Who owns the visual space in a public city?
  2. 2How does the ephemeral nature of street art add to its message?
  3. 3Can art truly be rebellious if it is displayed in a museum?

ACARA Content Descriptions

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Year: Year 8
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Art Movements and Social Change
Period: Art History

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