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\lline{\hl REPORT ON ZU ZU'S PETALS ART GANG}
\lline{by Lao Tzu Zu Zu}
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Speaking of subversion, a group of us in Boulder Colorado have
been erecting large political guerrilla sculptures in public
places. I did a slide show of some pieces at the last
FUGAZI/HOMOCORE show in SR, and've included a coupla photos
{\it[which may or may not be included seeing how I mighta lost
'em -- tj]} for this article. These projects are done in the
middle of the night, and left for the general populace to
``enjoy'', and for the ``authorities'' to remove. Zu Zu's is {\it
not} a particular group, and we encourage everyone everywhere to
engage in these activities. Our concept is simply not to destroy
public property, and not to endanger the general public. Just
leave them something pretty to look at and think about.

Recently we hung two huge banners about 70 feet above Boulder
Canyon Road between two cliffs. On the left was a giant American
flag with a staring Eye of Horus instead of stars, and on the
right a huge ``parchment'' reading:

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\centerline{BILL OF RIGHTS}

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\centerline{1. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT}
\centerline{anything you say can and will}
\centerline{be used against you.}
}

Beneath this the banner was burnt. We used bedsheets, paint, and
400 feet of 1/4 inch nylon rope (for strength in the wind).
Secured short lengths of stronger rope on the cliffs the day
before, then climbed at midnight, tied two 200-foot lengths with
banners bundled on the far ends, dropped 'em to the road, tied
'em together, unfurled the banners, and pulled 'em up. This
project was filmed and we were interviewed by Channel 2 News from
Denver, who should air a 2-\frac12\ minute feature story within
the week. Ahh, the sweet smell of media manipulation.

Above this article is the Zu Zu's tag we've been using to sign
our recent projects. Anyone should feel free to use it. Below
I've listed a few useful tips for the novice Guerrilla Sculptor.

{\bf Tips for Sculpture Projects:}

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\item{\blob} Investigate the site for useful features, problems,
escape routes.

\item{\blob} Prepare as much as possible beforehand.

\item{\blob} Install attachment devices (bolts, wires, \&c)
beforehand if possible. Battery-powered hand drills with
screwdriver bits and drywall screws are very useful.

\item{\blob} Erect your piece as quickly and quietly as possible,
within the limits of safety.

\item{\blob} Use lookouts.

\item{\blob} Friday nights between midnight--2am are the best
times to put one up. Cops are busy then with drunks. Also, city
works (who usually take the sculptures down) have the weekend
off.

\item{\blob} Spend as little as necessary. Dumpster and scrounge
for items.


\item{\blob} When considering methods of erection, think
ENGINEERING.

\item{\blob} ALWAYS consider the public's safety.
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