Graffiti: Art or Not?

Some say Graffiti is is vandalism to private property, it lowers the value and looks trashy.
Others say Graffiti is art, showing the feelings and emotions of the artist.

I agree with the second statement. Graffiti is Art. It is the artists way of expressing themselves. Although Graffiti is known for showing gang symbols, marking territory and what not. That type of Graffiti is trashy. The Graffiti painting pictures and inspirational pieces is art. Art that inspires other artists.