Going To The Olympics, 1984 Analysis

The mural "Going to the Olympics,1984" by Frank Romero was created along the Hollywood downtown in conjunction with the 1984 Olympics. In his work, we notice the vibrant colors he utilizes to express the Latino and Chicano culture. We also observe the palm trees that are a very popular representation of L.A. The hearts above the car not only reveal the adoration people have for their cars but for the status it gives them. On the horizon there appeared to be five images them being the flying iron, two men wrestling, "A Good Year" blimp, a horse, and lastly a stamp. Each magnifying Los Angles history with the Olympic Games. Such as the flying iron is from Dr. Zarkov, a fictional character from the movie Flash Gordon. The character symbolized the Olympic gold medalist Buster Crabbe who played Flash Gordon. Through his art not only did he display the Olympics he revealed a culture, in a way that is intriguing.

Based off, his mural Romero reveals that throughout decades, car designs and
The murals should, of course, be allowed to be placed and displaced but so do other's work including taggers. While people may argue taggers work is not art, it is maybe not in they're eyes but to others including the taggers themselves it is.Their work should be taken into consideration. The City who is responsible for the restorations wouldn't be making such huge expenses dealing with restorations if they perceived the whole situation. How do they expect low expenses if they don't deal with the real issue? The issue is not if the murals are worth protecting and restoring, the issue is what caused the problem in the first place. The best way to save and continue inspiring others with the city's artwork is to contribute to all type of artwork. Meaning, all artist and art should be considered valuable. Giving a place to be safely displayed and