Graffiti Transforms Abandoned LA Skyscrapers into Street Art Spectacle

As the city prepares for the Grammys, taggers cover the unfinished Oceanwide Plaza with vibrant graffiti, sparking debate over vandalism versus art.

Taggers have covered at least 27 stories of the unfinished Oceanwide Plaza skyscrapers in downtown Los Angeles with graffiti, turning the site into a focal point of artistic expression.
The tagging spree, visible from major city landmarks and freeways, has attracted worldwide attention, especially with the Grammys happening nearby.
Local reactions are mixed, with some viewing the graffiti as a symbol of Los Angeles' challenges, while others celebrate it as a unique artistic moment.
Authorities have arrested two individuals in connection with the tagging, amid efforts to secure the site and remove the graffiti.
The Oceanwide Plaza project, halted since 2019 due to financial issues, has become a canvas for street artists, raising questions about public space and art.