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Photo: Hedi Slimane Diary
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Photo: Hedi Slimane Diary
The L.A. Times ran an article this week covering the public outrage over "supergraphics." The GAP had completely covered the side of a high-rise with a monstrous ad, and the picket-line was formed. Businessmen, soccer-moms, and other cliches converged, wielding their posterboards, reciting chants, and advertising a message of their own. A little ironic, yes?
I'm hesitant to commit to either side of the argument, but something can be said for both. Freedom of speech is awesome. Branding is everywhere. The distinction between art, marketing, and obtrusiveness can be a blurry one.
