GRAFITTI- LOVE IT OR HATE IT!

I happen to like grafitti- if it is tastefully done. No swear words, no racial slurs, no provocative pictures.There is a debate locally to fine those who do grafitti. If I had a building- which I do not- I would invite local artists to compete and allow the best drawing in my mind to be done. It makes dull brick walls interesting and does draw people to your location. It started with cave paintings- perhaps they were just grafitti too! What do you think- art or nuisance? Have you ever painted a rock near a highway? The side of a building? A sandwalk? Of course, not a church, synagogue or any religious place or in a cemetery. Even grafitti artists should have class and manners! And respect!

THE CANADIAN TULIP FESTIVAL

In Ottawa was one of the sites I wanted to see on our recent trip. Although it was a rainy day, it still was worth the tour. We only visited one park- Major's Hill Park- that featured the festival. Lucky for us, it had a amazing viewing area of the back of the parliament buildings and Hull across the Ottawa river. Sometimes we can be lucky and have more than one tourist attraction to see.

I was also glad we picked that park. Artists had painted large tulips in various artistic expressions. Previously, other cities have had a similar theme. Chicago several years ago had local artists decorate usually with paint- the same cow shape sculpture. In Toronto, about 10 years ago there were the moose sculptures all over the city with various designs. In both previous exhibits, the items were actioned and were bought by private collectors or businesses.

We saw the tulip sculptures at various locations throughout Ottawa. It is a neat way to help local artists show their creativity and very colourful.

Have you seen a similar theme where you live? Is there a special animal or item you think would make a wonderful project in your community?