INDIGO Graffiti Thesaurus

Concept information

Preferred term

activity  

Type

• Collection

Entry terms

• activities
• graffiti activity

Creator

• Jona Schlegel
• Stefan Wogrin

Editorial note

• The "activity" collection forms a cornerstone of the graffiti thesaurus, serving as a foundational category that encapsulates the diverse actions and processes integral to graffiti creation and appreciation. As a top-level concept, it stands independently, not falling under any broader category. The term "activity", within the graffiti context, is a broad umbrella under which specific actions contributing to the creation, distribution, or appreciation of graffiti reside. This includes techniques such as "bombing", "scratching", or "spraying". Each of these can be considered as a narrower concept, further refining the understanding of what constitutes an "activity" in the world of graffiti.

Example

• Examples of the "activity" collection bring to life the various processes involved in graffiti creation. "Bombing" represents a swift, expansive approach, where a graffitist covers a large area with quick, often simple, graffiti. "Scratching" provides a contrast, with the graffitist etching a design into a surface using a sharp object, creating a different kind of visual impact. Lastly, "spraying" exemplifies a common graffiti technique, where aerosol paint cans are used to apply paint in a controlled manner, crafting the graffito on the chosen surface.

URI

https://vocabs.acdh.oeaw.ac.at/indigo/activity

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