


In the traditions of the exhibition space, works of art are intended to be experienced in isolation, you are there to focus on what you are being presented with, the work is detached from the rest of the world. Street artists felt that the gallery was too cold and elitist and by taking to the streets there is an air of freedom, it is not smothered in a sterile environment.
What are the other motives behind these acts? Maybe just to entertain, to amuse, to make people look, search and engage with their work? Having your own distinct symbol or character would leave it up to the public to decipher a meaning, they want to cause a reaction and create a response.
“If someone has had a bad day and finds one of our clothed figures on a traffic light on their way home, and it brings a smile to their face, then we have brightened up their day. Surprise and joy are our motivation.” Thundercut
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