Here Comes The Neighborhood

I am a firm believer that graffiti is one of the most relatable and appealing art forms in today's culture. Whilst so much art seems unattainable being sold for millions in places that don't allow those wearing trainers through the door, graffiti breeds and thrives right on your door. I'm far from an art expert, but that is exactly my point, how is it possible to relate or appreciate the flicks of paint or squares on a canvas by some guy who is very 'in'?
It's lost on me.
Now don't get me wrong, art manifests itself in many forms, film, music, design, photography, the list goes on. But in this instance I'm speaking about the more 'traditional' form, paint on a canvas. And graffiti is just that. Though the canvas maybe the side of a shop and the paint maybe from a can, it's still inspiring to look at, it's something that can definitely be appreciated by many (apart from the council) and it just brightens the place up.
This is where Here Comes The Neighborhood comes in: In the first episode of HERE COMES THE NEIGHBORHOOD the stage is set for the Wynwood Arts District. Parking lots, loading docks and factory walls are transformed into “The Wynwood Walls”. Founder Tony Goldman explains his vision for a town center, while Jeffrey Deitch, Arts Manager Meghan Coleman and Co-Curator Medvin Sobio offer their insight into the project’s significance, taking us into the present day expansion. In addition, Photographer Martha Cooper and Miami based Mural Project Primary Flight weigh in.



Here Comes The Neighborhood is a project with so many benefits. It brightens up an area that desperatly needs it - both visually and mentally, it keeps a place for artists to come together, express themselves and colloborate and it provides us, me, you something to watch and explore. It is a credit to the both those involved in getting the project off the ground, as well as the artists themselves getting involved. I'd love to see this project taken to other cities around the world, I can't think of many who would complain.

I will update with further episodes, but here's 2 and 3, featuring artists Gala and Kenny Scharf: