A trama social do Picho no Centro Histórico de Salvador

Abstract

This dissertation investigates the representation of "picho" in the Historic Center of Salvador (CHS) from the perspective of sociological aesthetics, examining the practice as an artistic expression embedded in an urban context of significant historical weight. The study explores "picho" as a subversive aesthetic manifestation while analyzing the social dynamics that surround this practice within the specific space of CHS. The research contextualizes "pichação" within the framework of contemporary plastic and visual arts, and examines the complex interaction between the graffiti artists and the city, revealing how their aesthetic choices are influenced by a subjectivity deeply connected to urban experience. The practice of "pichação" involves specific technical criteria and requires a certain level of expertise from its practitioners, who, in their artistic creation process, develop skills in writing styles, spray techniques, and strategic use of urban spaces. The analysis also uncovered internal tensions within the graffiti community, highlighting issues of power, gender, and the unwritten rules governing the practice. Thus, the research contributes to a broader understanding of "pichação" as an artistic phenomenon capable of providing insights into various aspects of social reality.