Question

Even those who feel graffiti is an art form have a hard time making the same argument for tagging. Why is tagging a different problem than graffiti?

(1 point)
Responses

Tagging does not follow the elements of design.

Tagging does not follow the elements of design.

Tagging escalates very quickly and is often not really about art.

Tagging escalates very quickly and is often not really about art.

Tagging is an art form that requires more discipline than graffiti.

Tagging is an art form that requires more discipline than graffiti.

Tagging is more common in rural areas, which often object to public art.

Answer 1

Tagging escalates very quickly and is often not really about art.

Explanation: Tags are usually quick territorial signatures or markings, not intended as designed artworks, and their rapid, repetitive spread creates different social and legal problems than larger, planned graffiti pieces.