käänteisnäyttöjä

Käänteisnäyttöjä, also known as reverse graffiti or clean tagging, is an art form and activism technique where images or messages are created by removing dirt from surfaces. Instead of adding paint or ink, artists use stencils and high-pressure washing equipment, or even simple brushes and cleaning solutions, to expose the clean surface beneath the grime. This method is often employed on urban walls, pavements, and other dirty public spaces.

The practice gained prominence as a form of environmental art and a commentary on urban pollution and consumerism. Unlike traditional graffiti, käänteisnäyttöjä is often considered ephemeral, as the cleaned areas will eventually become dirty again. Some proponents view it as a more sustainable and less destructive form of public art compared to spray-painting. However, the legality of creating käänteisnäyttöjä can be ambiguous, as it involves altering public property, even if through cleaning. Authorities may consider it vandalism, depending on local ordinances and the specific location. The visual impact of käänteisnäyttöjä can be striking, with the contrast between the clean and dirty areas creating a distinct aesthetic. It challenges perceptions of what constitutes art and who has the right to modify public spaces.