These pictures where taken under a bridge in Kliptown, Cape Town South Africa and shared on Wooster collective by Faith47. They show some great stencils on a wall with deliberate space for passers by to stop and write their own messages to the political top.
I am a huge fan of guerrilla activism. Getting people to interact and have a say in the public sphere is so important, especially in countries with corruption and restricting governments at their hearts.
For my liking, this Cape Town campaign is street art at its best!
Crowd-Sourced Graffiti
Cape Town Election Street Art Spurs Activism Through Stencils
Trend Themes
1. Crowd-sourced Street Art - The trend of involving the public in creating street art through interactive platforms or designated spaces is disrupting the traditional notion of graffiti as a form of protest or expression.
2. Activism Through Art - The trend of using art as a medium to raise awareness and inspire activism is creating opportunities for artists to engage with communities and effect social change.
3. Public Participation in Politics - The trend of encouraging citizens to express their political opinions in public spaces is disrupting traditional political campaigns and allowing for greater engagement and dialogue.
Industry Implications
1. Street Art - The street art industry has the opportunity to harness the power of crowd-sourcing and activism to create innovative, interactive experiences for the public.
2. Social Activism - The social activism industry can leverage art as a tool for mobilizing communities and promoting dialogue around important social and political issues.
3. Political Engagement - The political engagement industry can embrace the concept of crowd-sourced graffiti to encourage public participation and foster connections between citizens and policymakers.