Recently the city of Los Angeles made a controversial decision to begin regulating and at some extent, do away with its public art that adorns its streets. Graffiti and the street art scene has no doubt flourished throughout the recent years-- causing even big art collectors to start thieving the streets of its free art. Well-- what obviously many find value in and consider art, some local governments and politicians think other wise. They much rather see advertisement of some corporation trying to sell you a fast food value meal, liquor or cigarettes. Check out this interesting article that was written on the LA Weekly site regarding the city of LA's decision and what the legendary street artist Saber did to show his objection. Fight for the arts.
