Grafii

Grafii is sometimes used as an alternate spelling or transliteration of graffiti, referring to the same practice of marking public spaces with text or images. It is not widely recognized as a distinct field; most references treat grafii as a variant of graffiti rather than a separate movement. The term appears in multilingual contexts or transcription schemes, but there is no standardized definition for grafii.

Modern graffiti emerged in urban centers in the late 20th century and includes tags, throw-ups, and pieces. Common techniques include spray paint, markers, stencils, stickers, and wheatpaste. Surfaces range from walls and trains to public signs, with the choice of medium influenced by legal and practical considerations.

Legality and reception vary by location. Some cities maintain legal walls or sanctioned spaces, while others criminalize graffiti. Public attitudes range from viewing graffiti as vandalism to recognizing it as a form of street art and urban culture.

Graffiti has influenced music, fashion, design, and public art initiatives. Documentation and archiving of works have become priorities for scholars and collectors, alongside debates about property rights, safety, and the balance between vandalism and artistic expression. See also graffiti, street art, muralism.