THE BEAUTY OF LA
The Beauty of LA Areas: South Central LA By: Jennifer Fonseca Growing up in South Central, I’ve always seen the beauty and history of this community, even when outsiders only see a negative stereotype. However, for a long time, the art on the streets was just a backdrop to my daily life, something I passed by without much thought. That changed when I started seeing the process through my partner’s eyes. Watching them create graffiti made me realize that these marks aren't just random, they are intentional acts of expression. Now, instead of just walking past, I find myself stopping to really study the walls. I find beauty in the different styles and colors all over my city. THE ART ITSELF HAVING YOUR OWN NAME: The first act of independence in the graffiti scene is selecting one's own name, which enables an artist to create an identity on their own terms rather than one forced by society. It serves as both a personal brand and a s...