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On Banksy's long silence, by frithar on Mar 30, 2013 15:59:20 GMT 1, Do you think perhaps he's still at work but somehow obscuring his presence? Or might he be preparing for some big show? or, as some think, new fatherhood has changed him so much that he's a different person now?
Do you think perhaps he's still at work but somehow obscuring his presence? Or might he be preparing for some big show? or, as some think, new fatherhood has changed him so much that he's a different person now?
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On Banksy's long silence, by fingerz on Mar 30, 2013 16:37:07 GMT 1, he's gone fishing
he's gone fishing
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On Banksy's long silence, by spirit on Apr 15, 2013 16:51:18 GMT 1, Not according to the caption on the image, no.
"A rural Banksy turned the tables on fellow artist Damien Hirst by building a mock up of him in a formaldehyde-filled tank for cows to appreciate. The artwork was installed in a field next to Prince Charles' Highgrove estate near Tetbury by Wiltshire-based stencil artist Luke Hollingworth."
Not according to the caption on the image, no. "A rural Banksy turned the tables on fellow artist Damien Hirst by building a mock up of him in a formaldehyde-filled tank for cows to appreciate. The artwork was installed in a field next to Prince Charles' Highgrove estate near Tetbury by Wiltshire-based stencil artist Luke Hollingworth." |
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On Banksy's long silence, by Coach on Apr 15, 2013 16:56:30 GMT 1, I rather like the idea.
I rather like the idea.
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On Banksy's long silence, by frithar on Apr 15, 2013 20:08:53 GMT 1, I really just miss the guy and wish he didn't feel like being quiet was the direction to go.
I really just miss the guy and wish he didn't feel like being quiet was the direction to go.
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On Banksy's long silence, by anbesivam1 on Apr 15, 2013 21:17:01 GMT 1, I really just miss the guy and wish he didn't feel like being quiet was the direction to go.
....Or might make you more depressed!
I really just miss the guy and wish he didn't feel like being quiet was the direction to go. Sounds like your getting all nostalgic frithar...perhaps some seeing some photos of his old work might cheer you up: ....Or might make you more depressed! |
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On Banksy's long silence, by Wearology on Apr 16, 2013 20:04:47 GMT 1, The rumor is that he is married with kids and lives in Los Angeles. We already know that he doesn't need the money so maybe he has retired before age 40. If he ever announces on his website that he has retired than the prices for his work on the secondary market will probably be unaffordable for 99% of us. He is already a member of the 1% club, I hope the only people that will be able to afford his work post retirement aren't the 1% as well.
The rumor is that he is married with kids and lives in Los Angeles. We already know that he doesn't need the money so maybe he has retired before age 40. If he ever announces on his website that he has retired than the prices for his work on the secondary market will probably be unaffordable for 99% of us. He is already a member of the 1% club, I hope the only people that will be able to afford his work post retirement aren't the 1% as well.
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On Banksy's long silence, by bsimkin on Apr 16, 2013 21:12:20 GMT 1, Wearology, like your thoughts and insights. I would hope though that his desire to raise ears, to say what others won't say (through art) keeps him engaged and in pursuit of new avenues to express himself. Although his art was never about the money, I'm willing to accept he doesn't need to be working to make a living anymore. But I'd hope his desire to speak his mind through street art doesn't die. That's what hooked me 7+ years ago.
Wearology, like your thoughts and insights. I would hope though that his desire to raise ears, to say what others won't say (through art) keeps him engaged and in pursuit of new avenues to express himself. Although his art was never about the money, I'm willing to accept he doesn't need to be working to make a living anymore. But I'd hope his desire to speak his mind through street art doesn't die. That's what hooked me 7+ years ago.
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On Banksy's long silence, by Sweetcorn on Apr 16, 2013 21:28:28 GMT 1, Wearology, like your thoughts and insights. I would hope though that his desire to raise ears, to say what others won't say (through art) keeps him engaged and in pursuit of new avenues to express himself. Although his art was never about the money, I'm willing to accept he doesn't need to be working to make a living anymore. But I'd hope his desire to speak his mind through street art doesn't die. That's what hooked me 7+ years ago.
Hopefully he will give us something fat to chew on real soon 
Wearology, like your thoughts and insights. I would hope though that his desire to raise ears, to say what others won't say (through art) keeps him engaged and in pursuit of new avenues to express himself. Although his art was never about the money, I'm willing to accept he doesn't need to be working to make a living anymore. But I'd hope his desire to speak his mind through street art doesn't die. That's what hooked me 7+ years ago. I would think he's 'taking it all in' working things out, tapping into the american sense of humour (if he can find it ) Hopefully he will give us something fat to chew on real soon |
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On Banksy's long silence, by gravity1 on Apr 16, 2013 21:32:38 GMT 1, I had read that many artists, especially in Banksy's case, have only received a very small fraction of the benefits from their art sales since a majority of the profits were realized on the secondary markets and the stellar value increase of his earlier works and prints. I'm sure he is very well off no doubt, but in banksy's case with his very low volume of new/recent work, I wonder what he actually pulls in annually when all art changing hands is several years old or more. Seems like a catch 22.... less new work you do the higher demand and prices of your old work....and while your credibility and demand rockets your compensation declines. The true sacrifice of being in it for the art and not the $.
I had read that many artists, especially in Banksy's case, have only received a very small fraction of the benefits from their art sales since a majority of the profits were realized on the secondary markets and the stellar value increase of his earlier works and prints. I'm sure he is very well off no doubt, but in banksy's case with his very low volume of new/recent work, I wonder what he actually pulls in annually when all art changing hands is several years old or more. Seems like a catch 22.... less new work you do the higher demand and prices of your old work....and while your credibility and demand rockets your compensation declines. The true sacrifice of being in it for the art and not the $. |
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On Banksy's long silence, by frithar on Apr 17, 2013 4:29:15 GMT 1, Yeah-- that's the thing. He has said repeatedly that it was never about the money. And I believe that. So I'm inclined to think no matter how much cash he's got socked away, he still has things to say.
Yeah-- that's the thing. He has said repeatedly that it was never about the money. And I believe that. So I'm inclined to think no matter how much cash he's got socked away, he still has things to say.
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On Banksy's long silence, by barryh on Apr 17, 2013 15:44:30 GMT 1, I had read that many artists, especially in Banksy's case, have only received a very small fraction of the benefits from their art sales since a majority of the profits were realized on the secondary markets and the stellar value increase of his earlier works and prints. I'm sure he is very well off no doubt, but in banksy's case with his very low volume of new/recent work, I wonder what he actually pulls in annually when all art changing hands is several years old or more. Seems like a catch 22.... less new work you do the higher demand and prices of your old work....and while your credibility and demand rockets your compensation declines. The true sacrifice of being in it for the art and not the $.
Why go through the hassle of selling prints, when you can sell original work at 100k a piece direct to a punter ?
I had read that many artists, especially in Banksy's case, have only received a very small fraction of the benefits from their art sales since a majority of the profits were realized on the secondary markets and the stellar value increase of his earlier works and prints. I'm sure he is very well off no doubt, but in banksy's case with his very low volume of new/recent work, I wonder what he actually pulls in annually when all art changing hands is several years old or more. Seems like a catch 22.... less new work you do the higher demand and prices of your old work....and while your credibility and demand rockets your compensation declines. The true sacrifice of being in it for the art and not the $. Why go through the hassle of selling prints, when you can sell original work at 100k a piece direct to a punter ? |
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On Banksy's long silence, by frithar on Apr 17, 2013 16:04:06 GMT 1, Why go through the hassle of selling prints, when you can sell original work at 100k a piece direct to a punter ?
(I do tend to wax romantic. Sorry if the "prophet" thing threw anyone, but that's exactly the role old time prophets played. To point out truths that no one else was saying.)
Why go through the hassle of selling prints, when you can sell original work at 100k a piece direct to a punter ? Because, again, it's not about the money. The guy captivated the world-- had everyone holding their breath to see what he would say next. It wasn't always comfortable. Lots of times he said things that pissed me off big time until I realized he was exactly right on. That sort of prophet, if you will, is desperately NEEDED today. (I do tend to wax romantic. Sorry if the "prophet" thing threw anyone, but that's exactly the role old time prophets played. To point out truths that no one else was saying.) |
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On Banksy's long silence, by Dr Plip on Apr 17, 2013 16:07:20 GMT 1, With talk of Banksy perhaps producing "VIP" prints and one-off commissioned originals, how come that in this day and age of the internet and social networking, we aren't seeing them?
You'd think these would be turning up on Lifestyles Of The Rich And Really Rich by now? People like to show off. It only takes one picture on Instagram or Twitter.
When did anyone last see a "new/previously unknown" Banksy original (non-street) piece?
With talk of Banksy perhaps producing "VIP" prints and one-off commissioned originals, how come that in this day and age of the internet and social networking, we aren't seeing them?
You'd think these would be turning up on Lifestyles Of The Rich And Really Rich by now? People like to show off. It only takes one picture on Instagram or Twitter.
When did anyone last see a "new/previously unknown" Banksy original (non-street) piece?
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On Banksy's long silence, by barryh on Apr 17, 2013 16:18:45 GMT 1, Why go through the hassle of selling prints, when you can sell original work at 100k a piece direct to a punter ? Because, again, it's not about the money. The guy captivated the world-- had everyone holding their breath to see what he would say next. It wasn't always comfortable. Lots of times he said things that pissed me off big time until I realized he was exactly right on. That sort of prophet, if you will, is desperately NEEDED today. (I do tend to wax romantic. Sorry if the "prophet" thing threw anyone, but that's exactly the role old time prophets played. To point out truths that no one else was saying.)
Well money was only half of what I said, personally I could be bothered to deal with the hassle which grows every release of people moaning about:
they missed out..
the release method ..
that stan and his 4 kids in the queue all scored..
... plus many other things ive probably forgot
Why go through the hassle of selling prints, when you can sell original work at 100k a piece direct to a punter ? Because, again, it's not about the money. The guy captivated the world-- had everyone holding their breath to see what he would say next. It wasn't always comfortable. Lots of times he said things that pissed me off big time until I realized he was exactly right on. That sort of prophet, if you will, is desperately NEEDED today. (I do tend to wax romantic. Sorry if the "prophet" thing threw anyone, but that's exactly the role old time prophets played. To point out truths that no one else was saying.) Well money was only half of what I said, personally I could be bothered to deal with the hassle which grows every release of people moaning about: they missed out.. the release method .. that stan and his 4 kids in the queue all scored.. ... plus many other things ive probably forgot |
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On Banksy's long silence, by gravity1 on Apr 17, 2013 18:11:59 GMT 1, With talk of Banksy perhaps producing "VIP" prints and one-off commissioned originals, how come that in this day and age of the internet and social networking, we aren't seeing them? You'd think these would be turning up on Lifestyles Of The Rich And Really Rich by now? People like to show off. It only takes one picture on Instagram or Twitter. When did anyone last see a "new/previously unknown" Banksy original (non-street) piece?
With talk of Banksy perhaps producing "VIP" prints and one-off commissioned originals, how come that in this day and age of the internet and social networking, we aren't seeing them? You'd think these would be turning up on Lifestyles Of The Rich And Really Rich by now? People like to show off. It only takes one picture on Instagram or Twitter. When did anyone last see a "new/previously unknown" Banksy original (non-street) piece? .. and it would prob still have to go through POW or at least be recorded that it was done unless the recipient didn't care. I know artists trade quite a bit of art between friends and other artists and I would imagine this is being done with Banksy as well. Would be nice to see it from time to time. |
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On Banksy's long silence, by gravity1 on Apr 17, 2013 18:12:10 GMT 1, With talk of Banksy perhaps producing "VIP" prints and one-off commissioned originals, how come that in this day and age of the internet and social networking, we aren't seeing them? You'd think these would be turning up on Lifestyles Of The Rich And Really Rich by now? People like to show off. It only takes one picture on Instagram or Twitter. When did anyone last see a "new/previously unknown" Banksy original (non-street) piece?
With talk of Banksy perhaps producing "VIP" prints and one-off commissioned originals, how come that in this day and age of the internet and social networking, we aren't seeing them? You'd think these would be turning up on Lifestyles Of The Rich And Really Rich by now? People like to show off. It only takes one picture on Instagram or Twitter. When did anyone last see a "new/previously unknown" Banksy original (non-street) piece? .. and it would prob still have to go through POW or at least be recorded that it was done unless the recipient didn't care. I know artists trade quite a bit of art between friends and other artists and I would imagine this is being done with Banksy as well. Would be nice to see it from time to time. |
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On Banksy's long silence, by gravity1 on Apr 17, 2013 18:12:24 GMT 1, With talk of Banksy perhaps producing "VIP" prints and one-off commissioned originals, how come that in this day and age of the internet and social networking, we aren't seeing them? You'd think these would be turning up on Lifestyles Of The Rich And Really Rich by now? People like to show off. It only takes one picture on Instagram or Twitter. When did anyone last see a "new/previously unknown" Banksy original (non-street) piece?
With talk of Banksy perhaps producing "VIP" prints and one-off commissioned originals, how come that in this day and age of the internet and social networking, we aren't seeing them? You'd think these would be turning up on Lifestyles Of The Rich And Really Rich by now? People like to show off. It only takes one picture on Instagram or Twitter. When did anyone last see a "new/previously unknown" Banksy original (non-street) piece? .. and it would prob still have to go through POW or at least be recorded that it was done unless the recipient didn't care. I know artists trade quite a bit of art between friends and other artists and I would imagine this is being done with Banksy as well. Would be nice to see it from time to time. |
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On Banksy's long silence, by charlie on Apr 17, 2013 18:19:43 GMT 1, I know that there has been at least one VIP only print released in the last 12 months.
But all owners are sworn to secrecy on its content.
I know that there has been at least one VIP only print released in the last 12 months.
But all owners are sworn to secrecy on its content.
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On Banksy's long silence, by Sweetcorn on Apr 17, 2013 18:25:06 GMT 1, I know that there has been at least one VIP only print released in the last 12 months. But all owners are sworn to secrecy on its content.
I know that there has been at least one VIP only print released in the last 12 months. But all owners are sworn to secrecy on its content. Go and bang heads with baxter. |
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On Banksy's long silence, by Deleted on Apr 17, 2013 18:35:03 GMT 1, 
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On Banksy's long silence, by mmmike on Apr 17, 2013 19:32:08 GMT 1, I know that there has been at least one VIP only print released in the last 12 months. But all owners are sworn to secrecy on its content.
I know that there has been at least one VIP only print released in the last 12 months. But all owners are sworn to secrecy on its content. How would that work? You can't get it framed or have people over to your place to visit? Can't see how you could keep something like that a secret. |
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On Banksy's long silence, by charlie on Apr 17, 2013 19:43:25 GMT 1, it simply means that they don't want it being widely publicised I guess
(and its not that great an image at all so not sure how many would want it framed up!)
it simply means that they don't want it being widely publicised I guess
(and its not that great an image at all so not sure how many would want it framed up!)
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On Banksy's long silence, by rowan on Apr 17, 2013 22:46:13 GMT 1, Plus would you want people knowing you've just spend £15k on a poster! 
Plus would you want people knowing you've just spend £15k on a poster! |
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On Banksy's long silence, by Sundowner on Apr 18, 2013 9:15:30 GMT 1, Lots of opinions and speculation about this alleged VIP-only print. If indeed the myth is true I can't believe the image is anything other than iconic to warrant the price tag....
Lots of opinions and speculation about this alleged VIP-only print. If indeed the myth is true I can't believe the image is anything other than iconic to warrant the price tag....
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On Banksy's long silence, by Dr Plip on Apr 18, 2013 9:41:12 GMT 1, I don't see why they would swear the buyers to secrecy.
"Yes, we can sell you this exclusive Banksy print. It's $20,000 and you can't tell anyone about it. Don't go putting it on the internet either! And we can see that you obviously have money, but I don't think I need to tell you what a great investment opportunity this is. When you can finally show it to people. The contract expires in 20 years. Just sign here.."
Do you think Mrs Banksy knows he's Banksy?
"Honey, the kids want those new exclusive Nikes. And they have all of that teeth whitening coming up, so all of the other kids at school don't take the piss. Where are we going to find the money?"
"Err, I'm just off to the shed love"
"Why is it, whenever the subject of money comes up, you disappear to that bloody shed? Just what do you do in there?"
"Nothing..."
I don't see why they would swear the buyers to secrecy.
"Yes, we can sell you this exclusive Banksy print. It's $20,000 and you can't tell anyone about it. Don't go putting it on the internet either! And we can see that you obviously have money, but I don't think I need to tell you what a great investment opportunity this is. When you can finally show it to people. The contract expires in 20 years. Just sign here.."
Do you think Mrs Banksy knows he's Banksy?
"Honey, the kids want those new exclusive Nikes. And they have all of that teeth whitening coming up, so all of the other kids at school don't take the piss. Where are we going to find the money?"
"Err, I'm just off to the shed love"
"Why is it, whenever the subject of money comes up, you disappear to that bloody shed? Just what do you do in there?"
"Nothing..."
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On Banksy's long silence, by charlie on Apr 18, 2013 11:13:20 GMT 1, Lots of opinions and speculation about this alleged VIP-only print. If indeed the myth is true I can't believe the image is anything other than iconic to warrant the price tag....
sadly its not - its a bit Nick Walker to be honest 
Lots of opinions and speculation about this alleged VIP-only print. If indeed the myth is true I can't believe the image is anything other than iconic to warrant the price tag.... sadly its not - its a bit Nick Walker to be honest |
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On Banksy's long silence, by Deleted on Apr 18, 2013 11:35:56 GMT 1, someone upload a bloody photo , man up
someone upload a bloody photo , man up |
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On Banksy's long silence, by love on Apr 18, 2013 13:06:15 GMT 1, Lots of opinions and speculation about this alleged VIP-only print. If indeed the myth is true I can't believe the image is anything other than iconic to warrant the price tag.... sadly its not - its a bit Nick Walker to be honest
Lots of opinions and speculation about this alleged VIP-only print. If indeed the myth is true I can't believe the image is anything other than iconic to warrant the price tag.... sadly its not - its a bit Nick Walker to be honest Just stop the teasing and tell us what it is! |
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