Now the shit is getting interesting. The Graffiti Research Lab facilitated an exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art that involved their laser tagging technology and a slew of vandals both active and former, in an attempt to investigate the “malicious intent” stipulation in the New York State Penal Code. It determines whether the graffiti-accused are charged with misdemeanors or felonies. The GRL makes their point with a question that even “typical” New Yorkers should entertain:

“Does another of our colleagues, friends, family members get a fine + community service or a felony and 3 – 12 months in Rikers?”

Artists included: AVONE, KATSU, 2ESAE, SKI, EROTICA 67, TOO FLY, MUCK, JESONE, NOBODY, JACKEE, LEETO, KEPTS, RESKEW, FAUST, TIE, DONA, DIVA, STAR, CAYPER, NETA, DRO, LUCHA, MAMA, NAX, MADG, and LADYKFEVER. Check out the video below that attempts to “glorify graffiti” and agitate the hell of out of that jerky Vallone guy from Queens. |GRL|