Graffiti Towers Makes Graffiti History!

The graffiti community bands together as they “get up” on the iconic unfinished towers located in Los Angeles Oceanwide Plaza. The Oceanwide Plaza, a mixed-use development featuring residential, retail, and hotel spaces, has been a focal point of downtown Los Angeles' revitalization efforts. However, the recent incident of graffiti tagging has brought attention to the area and raised concerns about security and safety in the area.

However, safety is not a concern for the average graffiti artist coming to the towers for their chance to make a name for themselves. An opportunity is rare at best, and a once-in-a-lifetime chance for most so many view the risk as being worth it. Making your way past the security on the ground, you still have to make your way to a fresh spot to paint, while avoiding any more security. Videos online show that in some instances, helicopters are called in to patrol the area as well. While many writers will take to just about any surface to put their names on, an abandoned building is a breeding ground for all who enjoy the art. With such a high-profile abandoned building, with an excessive amount of space, graffiti artists are bound to make their way in and get their name up. This is truly one of those events that will be remembered in graffiti’s history.

Local authorities have expressed their concern over the incident, emphasizing the importance of preserving public and private property from acts of vandalism. Efforts are underway to increase security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. Enhanced surveillance, increased patrols, and community engagement initiatives are among the proposed solutions to deter vandalism and maintain the integrity of the Oceanwide Plaza development.