Know your graffiti
Not all graf is created equal. Some categories to help you differentiate between works
Tag
A quick and dirty version of a graf artist’s — um, vandal’s — signature.
Etiquette: None.
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Throw-up
A more elaborate, sometimes artful version of a tag. Generally uses bubble lettering.
Etiquette: You don’t go over a throw-up with a tag.
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Burner
Like throw-ups, but often involving an image instead of lettering — mini-portraits, if you will. Think Krog Street tunnel.
Etiquette: Same as with a throw-up.
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Piece
Big, sprawling affairs — even murals — that typically take hours to paint.
Etiquette: You don’t go over a piece, ever.