For one thing, graffiti is typically done on public and private property and without the permission of the land owners. Graffiti tends to use paint that harms buildings so owners have to spend money and remove the vandalism. Not only will it affect the building, but customers as well. Graffiti is also done on public medium which includes subway stations and bus stops. Gary Culotti, a business owner in source two states his frustration with the constant vandalism plastered along his walls by saying "If somebody feels …show more content…
Graffiti's unprofessional presentation and costly repercussions leads it to be a crime. When tags are painted on other people's property without permission, it is illegal. Although there are beautiful pieces being done and costly commission prices for museums, graffiti shouldn't be done on a canvas that harms the environment. Graffiti itself is beautiful and artists should be able to express themselves through it, but are limited to a certain amount of media. If given the correct materials, graffiti could turn itself to art instead of crime. But as crimes and illegal acts continue to grow due to graffiti, the answer is: graffiti is