Corinne Wittig, Emma Spoo, Hannah Bevis, and Melanie Wolf
According to an article titled “Behind the Wall: Street Art in Chicago,” for over a decade now, street art in Chicago has been banned. Yet, this eccentric, urban art (including sticker murals, spray painted wall murals, sculptures etc.) still finds its way into the city. In order to combat this, Mayor Rahm Emanual has increased the graffiti fine from $750 to $1,500. Here is what cardinals on campus had to say:
Alyssa Hain, Sophomore
“Last term I watched a documentary about street art in one of my classes so I think graffiti is art, but if it is a tag then it should not be considered art. I’m split on the fine increase because if the graffiti is meaningful in a way that is considered art, then I would be against the fine. But if it was just a tag and such, then that’s when I would support it.”
Francesca Cannizzaro, Senior
“I think graffiti is the artist’s way of expressing themselves, but it sometimes can look messy, which is why I agree with Mayor Emanuel for wanting to fine those who do it. I think artists should express themselves with their work, but not on business buildings.
Elise Percy, Assistant Professor of Psychology
“I’m biased because I’m always in favor of art.”
