Banksy

Banksy ‘Fallen’ Sculpture

December 20, 2011Arts
Following last week's presentation of his Cardinal Sin sculpture at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, British artist Banksy presents another sculpture, aptly titled "Fallen." In conjunction with his recent website update, the socially conscious artist captures an image of a...
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Banksy ‘Cardinal Sin’ Sculpture @ Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool

December 15, 2011Arts
As Banksy continues to make waves across the pond, the English-based artist recently gifted Liverpool's Walker Art Gallery with a rather unique offering. The Cardinal Sin sculpture highlights a church official whose face is covered with blank bathroom tiles. The piece was...
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Banksy at The National Gallery, London

December 13, 2011Arts
It seems as if renowned artist Banksy has been making his way around London as of late. After getting wind yesterday of his controversial piece located in Poplar, London, as well as his Love Plane installment noted in Liverpool, we now see more artwork along The National Gallery...
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Banksy ‘No Stopping Rats’

December 12, 2011Arts
There's no rest for the weary in the world of famed artist, Banksy. His latest stencil to appear in London features his signature wit paired with biting criticism on contemporary society. No Stopping Rats is a clever piece that utilizes the signage on the street to create a...
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Banksy in Poplar, London

December 12, 2011Arts
Just as fast as it went up, Banksy's most recent work in Poplar, London has vanished. Focusing solely on type to communicate his message, "Sorry! The lifestyle you ordered is currently out of stock" is undoubtedly a jab at the global community that subscribed to a lifestyle...
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Banksy in Liverpool ‘Love Plane’

December 12, 2011Arts
Images of a brand new work by infamous street artist Banksy have emerged. Located in Liverpool, the aptly named Love Plane depicts the semblance of an airplane in front of a white heart. The image creates an interesting juxtaposition by featuring a neatly outlined stencil paired...
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New Banksy Works in London “Shop Till You Drop”

November 24, 2011Arts
Although it is yet to be officially confirmed, a recent stencil that appeared in London looks to be the work of revered street artist Banksy. The latest discovery captures a woman falling to the ground while clutching her shopping cart full of goods. Below on the lower right...
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Banksy: Robbo Inc Returns

November 14, 2011Arts
The end of 2009 saw some substantial graf beef initiated by artist Banksy as he went over a quarter-century piece from fellow British artist Robbo. In the months after the event, a few shots were fired from the Robbo camp including support from a wide range of personalities. But...
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Branded Arts Exhibition @ Smashbox Studios

November 2, 2011Arts
Branded Arts is an organization that curates art exhibition openings by showcasing a wide variety of emerging artists from the growing Los Angeles art scene alongside other reputable artists. On November 5, 2011, Branded Arts is organizing an exhibition that will benefit The...
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‘Banksy: Myths & Legends’ Book

October 11, 2011Arts
A book on the often incomprehensible but always revered street artist, Banksy, is now available for purchase. Titled Banksy: Myths & Legends, it will include a compilation of stories about the man himself, inspired by the audacious spirit found at the core of his work. A large...
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Unsanctioned Banksy Show at the Keszler Gallery

August 31, 2011Arts
A recent unsanctioned show at the Hamptons' Keszler Gallery featured street art pieces from Banksy that angered many art fans. The pieces for the show seemed to be hand-removed from their natural environment in Palestine when originally placed for the 2007 "Santa’s...
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Banksy West Country Road Sign

August 21, 2011Arts
The latest work from Banksy doesn't involves his usual wall-covering stencils, but rather takes on a more simpler form: a road sign. Taking a shot at the West Country and its "accent," the mysterious crusader strikes again with a head-scratching campaign. What are your thoughts...
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The Antics Roadshow (Produced by Banksy)

August 10, 2011Arts
On August 13, 2011, Channel 4 will be airing The Antics Roadshow - an hour-long special produced by the infamous street artist Banksy. Charting the history of behaving badly in public, the episode will feature anarchists and activists to attention-seeking eccentrics. Narrated by...
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New Work from Banksy

August 5, 2011Arts
Plagued with allegations and subsequent evidence of phone tapping scandals, longtime United Kingdom newspaper News of the World closed its doors after a 168 year old run. Look to no other than British satirical artist Banksy to spoof the recent events in this newly unveiled...
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At Home with Banksy by Julia Kim Smith

July 13, 2011Arts
Baltimore-based artist Julia Kim Smith has dubbed herself "a conceptual artist whose work explores issues of identity, memory, and the artistic, social, and political landscape." Her latest series of photographs, however, is more of a pop culture nod. Featuring the modern...
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