Controversy Surrounds Canterbury Cathedral's Graffiti Art Installation
The "Hear Us" exhibition has sparked criticism with its addition of flashy decals to the columns, walls, and floors of the iconic Canterbury Cathedral.
The installation, which imitates the spray-paint art form common in urban areas, has been met with tension and debate, particularly in light of the recent appointment of the Right Reverend and Right Honorable Dame Sarah Mullally as the 106th archbishop of Canterbury.
The images even offered up some bold challenges.
The decision to add decorative graffiti to the cathedral, founded in 597, has added to the controversy surrounding the new archbishop's appointment, which was approved by England's monarch.
Author's summary: Canterbury Cathedral's graffiti art sparks controversy and debate.