Is Graffiti mindless vandalism?

Graffiti is often associated with gangs, guns and crime. But it's important to understand why. Graffiti is used by gangs in L.A., Mexico and many other large cities. It's used to mark off gang territory and control. Often gangs will spray their tags over the enemies tag to provoke violence. As such, it's no wonder that graffiti is associated with the negative aspects of culture and society.

But it doesn't have to be so. In my area, for example, one primary school let all the children 'Graffiti' over the walls of the school and park. Not only did this create an amazing piece of cheap art, but the children felt proud of their work. Instead of vandalizing the school they wished to protect and preserve their creation. This is but one small example of a huge variety of positive sides to Graffiti.

After all, Graffiti is a form of art, and art is creative, never destructive.