Street Art vs Graffiti: Where Is the Line?
Street art vs graffiti: the differences, the debates around permission and public space, and how cities and communities can work with street artists.
25 October 2026 · 4 min read
Practical guides and thoughtful essays on art therapy, community art and creative work with people at the margins — for artists, facilitators and anyone who believes creativity belongs to everyone.
Street art vs graffiti: the differences, the debates around permission and public space, and how cities and communities can work with street artists.
25 October 2026 · 4 min read

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How quilting, embroidery and textile projects bring communities together and preserve collective memory — and how to run one.

The benefits of public art for neighbourhoods — identity, pride, safety perceptions and local economy — plus the risks of art-led gentrification.

How to use photography for advocacy while respecting dignity: consent, framing, captions and collaborative image-making.

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Selling art for charity fairly: transparent splits, paying artists, pricing work and communicating impact honestly to buyers.

How to design inclusive art workshops for disabled participants: physical access, sensory needs, adaptive tools and co-design.

How to fund community art projects: grant applications, crowdfunding campaigns, local business partnerships and in-kind support.

How drawing, play and art can support children affected by crisis or trauma — and how adults can create safe, child-led creative…

How art programmes in prisons can support rehabilitation: self-expression, skills, family connection and life after release.

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