I used to think art was just about looking at a picture but the graffiti art project has completely changed how I see it. Now I realise there’s an emotional connection. You can use it to express how you feel.
I tried graffiti art once before but this time, working on the ‘Belonging’ theme, I was more thoughtful, putting more expression into the artwork and, as a result, it was more rewarding.
In the graffiti project we all chose a word or two to use as the basis for our picture. I chose “Be You”- as in be yourself.
The possibility of getting an Arts Award has really changed my view on art and given me a deeper understanding of it. I’m not even doing art GCSE but this has had such a positive effect on me that it’s inspired me to consider the possibility of a career in art.
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