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Your view on Banksy?, by Deleted on Jul 15, 2016 9:43:43 GMT 1, I thought Banksy had the gallery representation when he teamed up with Hirst on the spot painting etc and had the show in LA. I agree he is doing his thing not forgetting doing it with a PR team people on the inside in some national newspapers, lawyers and investment. Plus getting "art" like "morons" sold at Sotheby's for them to accept it takes knowing the right (influential) people. In reality Banksy is as mainstream in the art world as possible. It's the established route like the auction house sales and the show in LA with very publicised high dollarv to celebrities that is the reason why galleries flippers and collectors investors find Banksy's stencilled rats etc so very desirable. Whether Banksy decided to become an art world light entertainer, sort of Noel Edmonds of the art world making stencils with punchlines which make a few column inches in the metro etc for some light reading by commuters stuck in traffic or whether Banksy is run as a team as in make a stencil on a wall which is thought up to be quirky, then the PR kicks into action and contacts some pet celebs who "discover it" and tweet it on their timeline etc or get someone to organise the Dismaland show Banksy does like to tell us we are imbeciles and other stuff that is irrelevant to most people. As for carving out ones path against the odds. What odds would they be? What odds? Well like most artists his main objective has always been to get his work seen by as many as possible, hes went from spraying work on the street and being disregarded by the artworld at large to being front page news across the world and cementing his place in art history and being currently one of the most sought after artists. His work is now considered mainstream commercially obviously largely because its worth a lot of money which attracts a lot of attention, thats the nature of the beast, it wasnt always like that. Hes an artist who wants to be heard and his work seen, hes beaten the odds which are stacked heavily against all artists to reach the point of visibility hes at now.
Do you think Damien Hirst helped with recognition?
I thought Banksy had the gallery representation when he teamed up with Hirst on the spot painting etc and had the show in LA. I agree he is doing his thing not forgetting doing it with a PR team people on the inside in some national newspapers, lawyers and investment. Plus getting "art" like "morons" sold at Sotheby's for them to accept it takes knowing the right (influential) people. In reality Banksy is as mainstream in the art world as possible. It's the established route like the auction house sales and the show in LA with very publicised high dollarv to celebrities that is the reason why galleries flippers and collectors investors find Banksy's stencilled rats etc so very desirable. Whether Banksy decided to become an art world light entertainer, sort of Noel Edmonds of the art world making stencils with punchlines which make a few column inches in the metro etc for some light reading by commuters stuck in traffic or whether Banksy is run as a team as in make a stencil on a wall which is thought up to be quirky, then the PR kicks into action and contacts some pet celebs who "discover it" and tweet it on their timeline etc or get someone to organise the Dismaland show Banksy does like to tell us we are imbeciles and other stuff that is irrelevant to most people. As for carving out ones path against the odds. What odds would they be? What odds? Well like most artists his main objective has always been to get his work seen by as many as possible, hes went from spraying work on the street and being disregarded by the artworld at large to being front page news across the world and cementing his place in art history and being currently one of the most sought after artists. His work is now considered mainstream commercially obviously largely because its worth a lot of money which attracts a lot of attention, thats the nature of the beast, it wasnt always like that. Hes an artist who wants to be heard and his work seen, hes beaten the odds which are stacked heavily against all artists to reach the point of visibility hes at now. Thats all very true indeed. Do you think Damien Hirst helped with recognition? |
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Your view on Banksy?, by RoboJ on Jul 15, 2016 10:52:14 GMT 1, He's not the messier, he's a very naughty boy!
He's not the messier, he's a very naughty boy!
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Your view on Banksy?, by toshspice on Jul 15, 2016 15:59:26 GMT 1, Unfortunately, the World is full of gobby bloggers like this. I'm sure you're winding us all up but what you've highlighted here is an appallingly unconvincing piece of writing. Rather than make Banksy look a t**t, the article makes the writer look like a clueless, embittered bag of hot air. The last paragraph is a wonderful testament to someone who is desperately trying to appear opinionated by making an important point, but who ends up making no point at all. What in fuck's name does this actually mean? "His street paintings often show rats apparently to indicate that we are all unthinking members of the ‘rat race’. It seems the main reason he paints on the street is because he wants to insult the man in the street directly. Yet now his ‘art’ is selling for thousands of dollars and pounds. It’s the picture-frame equivalent of the Project Red Amex card or the backstage pass at Live8. It doesn’t mean anything, but owning one just might - for a split second - fool other people into thinking that you do."Where would we be without gobby bloggers and art critics? People are entitled to their opinion and I guess for people who disagree, they can always read Jo Brooks twitter timeline.T
If someone is dumb enough to publish something that makes them, rather than their target, look like an intellectual black hole, then mission accomplished. But that wasn't your point. You highlighted this as an example of good critical writing. It isn't.
Unfortunately, the World is full of gobby bloggers like this. I'm sure you're winding us all up but what you've highlighted here is an appallingly unconvincing piece of writing. Rather than make Banksy look a t**t, the article makes the writer look like a clueless, embittered bag of hot air. The last paragraph is a wonderful testament to someone who is desperately trying to appear opinionated by making an important point, but who ends up making no point at all. What in fuck's name does this actually mean? "His street paintings often show rats apparently to indicate that we are all unthinking members of the ‘rat race’. It seems the main reason he paints on the street is because he wants to insult the man in the street directly. Yet now his ‘art’ is selling for thousands of dollars and pounds. It’s the picture-frame equivalent of the Project Red Amex card or the backstage pass at Live8. It doesn’t mean anything, but owning one just might - for a split second - fool other people into thinking that you do."Where would we be without gobby bloggers and art critics? People are entitled to their opinion and I guess for people who disagree, they can always read Jo Brooks twitter timeline.T If someone is dumb enough to publish something that makes them, rather than their target, look like an intellectual black hole, then mission accomplished. But that wasn't your point. You highlighted this as an example of good critical writing. It isn't. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by Deleted on Jul 16, 2016 14:08:20 GMT 1, Where would we be without gobby bloggers and art critics? People are entitled to their opinion and I guess for people who disagree, they can always read Jo Brooks twitter timeline.T If someone is dumb enough to publish something that makes them, rather than their target, look like an intellectual black hole, then mission accomplished. But that wasn't your point. You highlighted this as an example of good critical writing. It isn't.
Maybe you could go through the blog and highlight the parts you don't like.
It's different strokes for different folks I guess.
Some see Banksy as a witty genius and others see him as full of self importance with in reality very little to say of importance but at least his fans like it.
Where would we be without gobby bloggers and art critics? People are entitled to their opinion and I guess for people who disagree, they can always read Jo Brooks twitter timeline.T If someone is dumb enough to publish something that makes them, rather than their target, look like an intellectual black hole, then mission accomplished. But that wasn't your point. You highlighted this as an example of good critical writing. It isn't. In your opinion. Maybe you could go through the blog and highlight the parts you don't like. It's different strokes for different folks I guess. Some see Banksy as a witty genius and others see him as full of self importance with in reality very little to say of importance but at least his fans like it. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by toshspice on Jul 17, 2016 15:34:55 GMT 1, If someone is dumb enough to publish something that makes them, rather than their target, look like an intellectual black hole, then mission accomplished. But that wasn't your point. You highlighted this as an example of good critical writing. It isn't. In your opinion. Maybe you could go through the blog and highlight the parts you don't like. It's different strokes for different folks I guess. Some see Banksy as a witty genius and others see him as full of self importance with in reality very little to say of importance but at least his fans like it.I e.
Many art critics are failed artists. It allows them to deflect attention from their own inadequacies.
If someone is dumb enough to publish something that makes them, rather than their target, look like an intellectual black hole, then mission accomplished. But that wasn't your point. You highlighted this as an example of good critical writing. It isn't. In your opinion. Maybe you could go through the blog and highlight the parts you don't like. It's different strokes for different folks I guess. Some see Banksy as a witty genius and others see him as full of self importance with in reality very little to say of importance but at least his fans like it.I e. Many art critics are failed artists. It allows them to deflect attention from their own inadequacies. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by vernaxley on Jul 19, 2016 18:22:17 GMT 1, Where would we be without gobby bloggers and art critics?
If art critics genuinely had any influence over the art market you'd be out of a job.
Where would we be without gobby bloggers and art critics? If art critics genuinely had any influence over the art market you'd be out of a job. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by Deleted on Jul 19, 2016 19:36:51 GMT 1, I think he is happy
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Your view on Banksy?, by spartan on Jul 20, 2016 2:28:32 GMT 1, I'm not saying I agree with anything in the video, the thread is asking what you think  "put together by a team Robbo fan" haaaa seriously! You think so? "seemsto be put togethwr by ateam robbo fan" ie someone with blinkered vision and a contempt for banksy, its a video personally i wouldnt share for others to view as a banksy appreciator but i get thepoint youre making
I knew Robbo personally. He was a really nice guy, big as a giant and tough as nails but a lovely bloke - always with a cheeky smile. It's a real tragedy that his life was cut so short - especially at a point where things were picking up for him art wise.
It's also not very controversial to say Banksy lacks respect amongst a lot of the graffiti scene (note graffiti scene not necessarily "urban art"). Perhaps some of it is envy at the mass exposure and success he has had but that doesn't change the fact he's not very liked by the street. Robbo maintained a street credibility that Banksy lost a long time ago.
They also had a personal bust up which is why I think Banksy was drawn into the "graffiti war" against a guy just trying to make ends meet.
Not that it should matter, Banksy is mainstream and a cultural icon. I really like some of his work and think he's one of the wittier artists out there. However, let's not delude ourselves, he's running a very slick PR operation who has played the game magnificently (and fairplay to him). Howver, a"street artist"? No - not so much. More an art industry, which is ironic as he's now a solid part of the wanky art establishment he has always been eager to mock.
I'm not saying I agree with anything in the video, the thread is asking what you think "put together by a team Robbo fan" haaaa seriously! You think so? "seemsto be put togethwr by ateam robbo fan" ie someone with blinkered vision and a contempt for banksy, its a video personally i wouldnt share for others to view as a banksy appreciator but i get thepoint youre making I knew Robbo personally. He was a really nice guy, big as a giant and tough as nails but a lovely bloke - always with a cheeky smile. It's a real tragedy that his life was cut so short - especially at a point where things were picking up for him art wise. It's also not very controversial to say Banksy lacks respect amongst a lot of the graffiti scene (note graffiti scene not necessarily "urban art"). Perhaps some of it is envy at the mass exposure and success he has had but that doesn't change the fact he's not very liked by the street. Robbo maintained a street credibility that Banksy lost a long time ago. They also had a personal bust up which is why I think Banksy was drawn into the "graffiti war" against a guy just trying to make ends meet. Not that it should matter, Banksy is mainstream and a cultural icon. I really like some of his work and think he's one of the wittier artists out there. However, let's not delude ourselves, he's running a very slick PR operation who has played the game magnificently (and fairplay to him). Howver, a"street artist"? No - not so much. More an art industry, which is ironic as he's now a solid part of the wanky art establishment he has always been eager to mock. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by bert on Jul 20, 2016 13:13:24 GMT 1, Howver, a"street artist"? No - not so much. More an art industry, which is ironic as he's now a solid part of the wanky art establishment he has always been eager to mock.
I'm not sure that's fair. I think he's still a relevant political artist/activist. He was spraying the wall in the West Bank back in 2005 and 10 years later, he was still drawing attention to the plight of the Palestinian people by creeping through a tunnel and doing more street art. I doubt he did that to sell more work or to cosy up to the establishment. His PR is slick and his success may muddy the waters for some, but I still have admiration for what he does.
Howver, a"street artist"? No - not so much. More an art industry, which is ironic as he's now a solid part of the wanky art establishment he has always been eager to mock. I'm not sure that's fair. I think he's still a relevant political artist/activist. He was spraying the wall in the West Bank back in 2005 and 10 years later, he was still drawing attention to the plight of the Palestinian people by creeping through a tunnel and doing more street art. I doubt he did that to sell more work or to cosy up to the establishment. His PR is slick and his success may muddy the waters for some, but I still have admiration for what he does. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by Reader on Jul 20, 2016 13:26:01 GMT 1, Howver, a"street artist"? No - not so much. More an art industry, which is ironic as he's now a solid part of the wanky art establishment he has always been eager to mock. I'm not sure that's fair. I think he's still a relevant political artist/activist. He was spraying the wall in the West Bank back in 2005 and 10 years later, he was still drawing attention to the plight of the Palestinian people by creeping through a tunnel and doing more street art. I doubt he did that to sell more work or to cosy up to the establishment. His PR is slick and his success may muddy the waters for some, but I still have admiration for what he does.
Howver, a"street artist"? No - not so much. More an art industry, which is ironic as he's now a solid part of the wanky art establishment he has always been eager to mock. I'm not sure that's fair. I think he's still a relevant political artist/activist. He was spraying the wall in the West Bank back in 2005 and 10 years later, he was still drawing attention to the plight of the Palestinian people by creeping through a tunnel and doing more street art. I doubt he did that to sell more work or to cosy up to the establishment. His PR is slick and his success may muddy the waters for some, but I still have admiration for what he does. His PR is really pretty basic, when you're even remotely well know the machinery just kicks in, he generally doesn't do interviews, TV, chat shows etc.. they send a simple A4 press release, make a couple of calls to major media outlets and bamn, they're all over it. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by Deleted on Jul 24, 2016 20:21:24 GMT 1, I'm not sure that's fair. I think he's still a relevant political artist/activist. He was spraying the wall in the West Bank back in 2005 and 10 years later, he was still drawing attention to the plight of the Palestinian people by creeping through a tunnel and doing more street art. I doubt he did that to sell more work or to cosy up to the establishment. His PR is slick and his success may muddy the waters for some, but I still have admiration for what he does. His PR is really pretty basic, when you're even remotely well know the machinery just kicks in, he generally doesn't do interviews, TV, chat shows etc.. they send a simple A4 press release, make a couple of calls to major media outlets and bamn, they're all over it.
I would hazard a guess that it took a lot of financial investment and knowing the right people to promote Banksy in the press and open doors at major salerooms. The Bristol museum show must have cost a lot to produce.
It's not about Banksy's art otherwise Blek and other artists who make stencils on walls would be good for column inches in national newspapers. It's keeping the stencils going and making sure the right celebrities discover them  is probably one aspect to it.
CG Andy mentioned about Banksy not pandering to major galleries or dealers. Who knows why? has he ever been approached by them or is he under contract to someone else.
When creating a PR team type mystery about someone and only releasing little snippets of info.
His team or him cannot moan if people come to conclusions which are not factual.
There is nout to stop Banksy putting the story behind the man rather than having his"people" on forums play the insider.
I like to think hypothetically in theory that Banksy was wobbling along nicely with Laz selling his stuff. Then one day Banksy met a very pushy woman.
Banksy is great he makes stencils he tells us what most of us allready know and makes us aware about stuff we have been aware of for ages.
But the way some of his fans come across can be cultish at times.
Thankyou for listening.
I will be doing a tour with my Morris dancing troupe of the south regions with the dancing plops.
I'm not sure that's fair. I think he's still a relevant political artist/activist. He was spraying the wall in the West Bank back in 2005 and 10 years later, he was still drawing attention to the plight of the Palestinian people by creeping through a tunnel and doing more street art. I doubt he did that to sell more work or to cosy up to the establishment. His PR is slick and his success may muddy the waters for some, but I still have admiration for what he does. His PR is really pretty basic, when you're even remotely well know the machinery just kicks in, he generally doesn't do interviews, TV, chat shows etc.. they send a simple A4 press release, make a couple of calls to major media outlets and bamn, they're all over it. Gotta keep the mystique going I guess and the PR. I would hazard a guess that it took a lot of financial investment and knowing the right people to promote Banksy in the press and open doors at major salerooms. The Bristol museum show must have cost a lot to produce. It's not about Banksy's art otherwise Blek and other artists who make stencils on walls would be good for column inches in national newspapers. It's keeping the stencils going and making sure the right celebrities discover them is probably one aspect to it. CG Andy mentioned about Banksy not pandering to major galleries or dealers. Who knows why? has he ever been approached by them or is he under contract to someone else. When creating a PR team type mystery about someone and only releasing little snippets of info. His team or him cannot moan if people come to conclusions which are not factual. There is nout to stop Banksy putting the story behind the man rather than having his"people" on forums play the insider. I like to think hypothetically in theory that Banksy was wobbling along nicely with Laz selling his stuff. Then one day Banksy met a very pushy woman. Banksy is great he makes stencils he tells us what most of us allready know and makes us aware about stuff we have been aware of for ages. But the way some of his fans come across can be cultish at times. Thankyou for listening. I will be doing a tour with my Morris dancing troupe of the south regions with the dancing plops. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by sandinista on Aug 9, 2020 12:45:09 GMT 1, I know Banksy does 'a lot of work for charade' but I was thinking he could pay it forward and help some up and coming artists he might like by following them on his instagram account. Wouldn't hurt and would be a massive boost for an artist. thoughts?
I know Banksy does 'a lot of work for charade' but I was thinking he could pay it forward and help some up and coming artists he might like by following them on his instagram account. Wouldn't hurt and would be a massive boost for an artist. thoughts?
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Your view on Banksy?, by tab1 on Aug 9, 2020 12:55:28 GMT 1, I know Banksy does 'a lot of work for charade' but I was thinking he could pay it forward and help some up and coming artists he might like by following them on his instagram account. Wouldn't hurt and would be a massive boost for an artist. thoughts?
He’s supported artist through Santa’s ghetto ,dismaland , walled off hotel
I know Banksy does 'a lot of work for charade' but I was thinking he could pay it forward and help some up and coming artists he might like by following them on his instagram account. Wouldn't hurt and would be a massive boost for an artist. thoughts? He’s supported artist through Santa’s ghetto ,dismaland , walled off hotel |
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Your view on Banksy?, by sandinista on Aug 9, 2020 13:07:57 GMT 1, Not saying he hasn't. I'm specifically speaking about his instagram as it doesnt follow anyone. Not a great effort to do imho so what are the negatives?
Not saying he hasn't. I'm specifically speaking about his instagram as it doesnt follow anyone. Not a great effort to do imho so what are the negatives?
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Your view on Banksy?, by sl on Aug 9, 2020 13:37:27 GMT 1, Not saying he hasn't. I'm specifically speaking about his instagram as it doesnt follow anyone. Not a great effort to do imho so what are the negatives?
Good question. Surely Banksy following anyone would have a major impact on that persons career / business and people would flock to it as they would see it as an endorsement. That has its own issues as if you endorse people hold you responsible if things don’t go right. Why bother?
Also can you imagine how many of his personal and professional contacts would want him to follow?
Then all the drama with you didn’t follow me etc etc.
Plus all the requests he would get from randoms all day long.
Not worth the headache and he doesn’t do promos. From what I have seen he uses the platform to confirm works and speak for charities or causes. Not to promote sales or people.
Not saying he hasn't. I'm specifically speaking about his instagram as it doesnt follow anyone. Not a great effort to do imho so what are the negatives? Good question. Surely Banksy following anyone would have a major impact on that persons career / business and people would flock to it as they would see it as an endorsement. That has its own issues as if you endorse people hold you responsible if things don’t go right. Why bother? Also can you imagine how many of his personal and professional contacts would want him to follow? Then all the drama with you didn’t follow me etc etc. Plus all the requests he would get from randoms all day long. Not worth the headache and he doesn’t do promos. From what I have seen he uses the platform to confirm works and speak for charities or causes. Not to promote sales or people. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by sandinista on Aug 9, 2020 13:58:28 GMT 1, Not saying he hasn't. I'm specifically speaking about his instagram as it doesnt follow anyone. Not a great effort to do imho so what are the negatives? Good question. Surely Banksy following anyone would have a major impact on that persons career / business and people would flock to it as they would see it as an endorsement. That has its own issues as if you endorse people hold you responsible if things don’t go right. Why bother? Also can you imagine how many of his personal and professional contacts would want him to follow? Then all the drama with you didn’t follow me etc etc. Plus all the requests he would get from randoms all day long. Not worth the headache and he doesn’t do promos. From what I have seen he uses the platform to confirm works and speak for charities or causes. Not to promote sales or people.
Not saying he hasn't. I'm specifically speaking about his instagram as it doesnt follow anyone. Not a great effort to do imho so what are the negatives? Good question. Surely Banksy following anyone would have a major impact on that persons career / business and people would flock to it as they would see it as an endorsement. That has its own issues as if you endorse people hold you responsible if things don’t go right. Why bother? Also can you imagine how many of his personal and professional contacts would want him to follow? Then all the drama with you didn’t follow me etc etc. Plus all the requests he would get from randoms all day long. Not worth the headache and he doesn’t do promos. From what I have seen he uses the platform to confirm works and speak for charities or causes. Not to promote sales or people. Good Point. Can only create bitterness in others and he needs the trust of his inner circle, which no doubt contains artists who would love for the same success. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by sandinista on Aug 9, 2020 14:14:06 GMT 1, Not saying he hasn't. I'm specifically speaking about his instagram as it doesnt follow anyone. Not a great effort to do imho so what are the negatives? Maybe he does follow artists from a personal account He’s not a influencer why should he plug other people’s work FFS Does his own thing Fucking. Instagram
Not saying he hasn't. I'm specifically speaking about his instagram as it doesnt follow anyone. Not a great effort to do imho so what are the negatives? Maybe he does follow artists from a personal account He’s not a influencer why should he plug other people’s work FFS Does his own thing Fucking. Instagram OK Grandad. Without instagram you wouldn't know if half his work was genuine or not |
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Your view on Banksy?, by Coach on Aug 9, 2020 15:50:54 GMT 1, Good question. Surely Banksy following anyone would have a major impact on that persons career / business and people would flock to it as they would see it as an endorsement. That has its own issues as if you endorse people hold you responsible if things don’t go right. Why bother? Also can you imagine how many of his personal and professional contacts would want him to follow? Then all the drama with you didn’t follow me etc etc. Plus all the requests he would get from randoms all day long. Not worth the headache and he doesn’t do promos. From what I have seen he uses the platform to confirm works and speak for charities or causes. Not to promote sales or people. Can also lead to unwanted attention from 'street art creep merchants'... 
I wonder who he is referring to as creep merchants God? Some galleries? Flippers?
Good question. Surely Banksy following anyone would have a major impact on that persons career / business and people would flock to it as they would see it as an endorsement. That has its own issues as if you endorse people hold you responsible if things don’t go right. Why bother? Also can you imagine how many of his personal and professional contacts would want him to follow? Then all the drama with you didn’t follow me etc etc. Plus all the requests he would get from randoms all day long. Not worth the headache and he doesn’t do promos. From what I have seen he uses the platform to confirm works and speak for charities or causes. Not to promote sales or people. Can also lead to unwanted attention from 'street art creep merchants'... I wonder who he is referring to as creep merchants God? Some galleries? Flippers? |
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Your view on Banksy?, by Coach on Aug 9, 2020 16:00:55 GMT 1, If I’m looking for “genuine” instagrams the last place I go
Whilst I agree completely with your sentiments regarding Banksy (or any other famous artist for that natter) being under no moral obligation to promote (or follow) other artists, and I am probably one of the least IT savvy people on here, I don’t share your antipathy towards IG only because i think it is an excellent tool for fledgling and upcoming artists.
If I’m looking for “genuine” instagrams the last place I go Whilst I agree completely with your sentiments regarding Banksy (or any other famous artist for that natter) being under no moral obligation to promote (or follow) other artists, and I am probably one of the least IT savvy people on here, I don’t share your antipathy towards IG only because i think it is an excellent tool for fledgling and upcoming artists. |
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Your view on Banksy?, by Lunch Special on Aug 9, 2020 16:39:32 GMT 1, Do any of you use Instagram?
The accounts you follow are the posts that pop up in your feed which is what you see if you stay in the matrix I mean the gram for countless minutes, hours, days, etcetera etcetera
Some people use the gram solely for marketing purposes and conveying messages about themselves, there work, art, beliefs, likes and dislikes etcetera etcetera
So to say oh he’s selfish or he doesn’t promote other artists is the biggest lie ever.
Ask all the artists he invited / included at dismaland, the walled off, the Bristol museum, ettgs, voina, etcetera etcetera the list goes on and on and on Til the break a break a Dawn...... yawns at all previous posts.
Do any of you use Instagram?
The accounts you follow are the posts that pop up in your feed which is what you see if you stay in the matrix I mean the gram for countless minutes, hours, days, etcetera etcetera
Some people use the gram solely for marketing purposes and conveying messages about themselves, there work, art, beliefs, likes and dislikes etcetera etcetera
So to say oh he’s selfish or he doesn’t promote other artists is the biggest lie ever.
Ask all the artists he invited / included at dismaland, the walled off, the Bristol museum, ettgs, voina, etcetera etcetera the list goes on and on and on Til the break a break a Dawn...... yawns at all previous posts.
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Your view on Banksy?, by sandinista on Aug 9, 2020 16:46:12 GMT 1, No one said he doesn't promote other artists. The comment referred to instagram and how him following an up and coming artist he liked would do wonders for their career. I asked for thoughts not opinions on instagram itself.
I hadn't thought about the negatives but can think of a few now.
No one said he doesn't promote other artists. The comment referred to instagram and how him following an up and coming artist he liked would do wonders for their career. I asked for thoughts not opinions on instagram itself.
I hadn't thought about the negatives but can think of a few now.
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Your view on Banksy?, by sameoldthing on Aug 9, 2020 17:14:23 GMT 1, A man who could not comprehend the monster it's become. Imagine dealing with that!
A man who could not comprehend the monster it's become. Imagine dealing with that!
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Your view on Banksy?, by Coach on Aug 9, 2020 20:47:54 GMT 1,
Thanks God. Whilst I follow and have bought pieces, that had passed me by. Wankers.
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Your view on Banksy?, by jp on Aug 9, 2020 21:02:46 GMT 1, Following anyone on Instagram would open a huge can of worms for Banksy.
Also, ETTGS was a huge promotion for Mr. Brainwash (even if not intended), and I imagine he is much more careful about who to promote these days.
Following anyone on Instagram would open a huge can of worms for Banksy.
Also, ETTGS was a huge promotion for Mr. Brainwash (even if not intended), and I imagine he is much more careful about who to promote these days.
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Your view on Banksy?, by jimbofatz on Aug 9, 2020 21:36:30 GMT 1, He wasn't the first one to market a crew and make light of turf wars etc. He's basically the greenday of graffiti a non threatening boy band of a graffiti star taking all his cues from when shit was/is for real.
That photo is hilarious because its so obviously Robert Del Naja. It reminds me of Batman with his mask on and than showing up as Bruce Wayne and no one clues in or Superman tosses on a pair of glasses. So that alone is great.
He wasn't the first one to market a crew and make light of turf wars etc. He's basically the greenday of graffiti a non threatening boy band of a graffiti star taking all his cues from when shit was/is for real.
That photo is hilarious because its so obviously Robert Del Naja. It reminds me of Batman with his mask on and than showing up as Bruce Wayne and no one clues in or Superman tosses on a pair of glasses. So that alone is great.
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is probably one aspect to it.
