often, graffiti also deliver social messages - aimed at preserving nature, preventing dengue fever, and staying away from drugs. 

private citizens embraced this new trend as well, inviting graffiti artists to paint stylish designs on walls in their homes or offices.

owners' motives to commission art may vary - some may simply want to cover a façade before less legitimate taggers do, or as the art form gains popularity, more and more owners elect this option out of aesthetic choice.

what is seen here is a break with the conventional idea of associating graffiti with gang activity or defacement, in favor of something based more in mutual consent and community beautification.