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Hong Kong Street Art
Somehow, I never expected Hong Kong to develop into a place with so much street art, you can say "Graffiti" if you like.
It seemed not to fit with this city which, until a couple of years ago, did not stimulate anything representing urban individualism.
I did look up the laws governing graffiti and it is a crime although rarely punished. My theory is that there is an unofficial "arrangement" between the artists and the authorities.
Certain areas like the MTR ( underground railway) and the central part of the city seem to be "off-limits" whilst on the edge of the city, for example, in the Western district, street art is apparently left alone.
It also looks like it is "allowed" in the tourist areas like Hollywood Rd. Perhaps it is seen as helpful rather than a hinderance to the tourist industry
I read that the actual total number of street artists is very small, perhaps only around 6-10 are said to be responsible for most of the examples.
Finally, some graffiti is alleged to be welcomed or even financed by shops and companies who appreciate their property becoming a "sight" in the city
As a photographer, I enjoy taking pictures of this type as it allows for some "playing around" with the colours and texture or the art without it looking over-modified.
By the way, if anyone knows the significance of the little red and green pills all over Hong Kong, please let me know ... it's really driving me nuts...
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