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Vandalism Provides Inspiration for Art Based on Destruction and Decay
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http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8325665.stm
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ScottH
3 weeks, 4 days, 17 hours agoThe intriguing psychology behind what drives people to destroy artwork for various reasons, ranging from abject vandalism and lunacy to a desire to make an important social statement, has inspired an increasingly prominent form of art based on destruction and decay. Over the years, this form of auto-destructive art has captivated many artists, who use bizarre combinations of artistic media to create their unique works. For example, one artist sprays acid on sheets of nylon, causing beautiful patterns to emerge from the corrosion of the fabric, while other artists have built makeshift sculptures designed specifically to "self-destruct" in public. This is the first I've heard of this form of art and I'm excited to see how it evolves more over time.
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