Many people think graffiti as a nuisance. But some graffiti seen in neighborhoods around the Tower District can be viewed as public display of creativity and much more than your average act of vandalism. The Rampage set forth to capture several examples of street art near the Fresno City College Campus.

WALL OF THE DEAD

Place: Calwa Park, Cedar & Church Ave.

Size: 10′ by 20′

Most unusual feature: Extravagant woven writing against a backdrop of black. A woman is placed next to it with paint on her face reminiscent of “Day of the Dead” makeup.

BRICKS OF COLOR

Place: Van Ness & Floradora Ave.

Size: 11′ by 5′

Most unusual feature: The bright orange lettering surrounded by a magnificent light purple and blue.

BATHROOM BEAUTY

Place: Calwa Park, Cedar & Church Ave.

Size: 10′ by 16′

Most unusual feature: Complete coverage of the building, which is a restroom facility, with intricate designs.

FOOD FOR THE LORDS

Place: Van Ness & Home Ave.

Size: 10′ by 38′

Most unusual feature: The woman in white.