klyde
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by klyde on Sept 7, 2017 16:43:34 GMT 1, Hand finished trigger.
Hand finished trigger.
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tobomoore
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by tobomoore on Sept 7, 2017 16:49:26 GMT 1, I got an email today from Walled off to say they are reducing cost of the rooms and suites by 50% This shows to me that they need cash The hotel has now been in operation for longer than was initially expected and it's hardly a run of the mill hotel that will attract run of the mill Bethlehem tourists so it shouldn't be a surprise to anyone that it does need an influx of visitors hence cash.
It's an expensive trip even if using Easyjet etc and most fans of Banksy who could afford it have probably visited by now, so additional marketing / incentives have been employed to possibly entice those thinking about it, makes good business sense to me.
maybe good business sense, but for those of us that have already been its a bit of a kick in the teeth. The visit was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had, so a souvenir of some sort would be great eg the key fob. And yes I mean a souvenir. No way I would want to sell it on.
All that was available when I was there were a couple of t-shirts and pens (which I bought).
Really think this should have been opened to past visitors as well as new.
I got an email today from Walled off to say they are reducing cost of the rooms and suites by 50% This shows to me that they need cash The hotel has now been in operation for longer than was initially expected and it's hardly a run of the mill hotel that will attract run of the mill Bethlehem tourists so it shouldn't be a surprise to anyone that it does need an influx of visitors hence cash.
It's an expensive trip even if using Easyjet etc and most fans of Banksy who could afford it have probably visited by now, so additional marketing / incentives have been employed to possibly entice those thinking about it, makes good business sense to me.
maybe good business sense, but for those of us that have already been its a bit of a kick in the teeth. The visit was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had, so a souvenir of some sort would be great eg the key fob. And yes I mean a souvenir. No way I would want to sell it on.
All that was available when I was there were a couple of t-shirts and pens (which I bought).
Really think this should have been opened to past visitors as well as new.
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Cool User Name on Sept 7, 2017 16:49:47 GMT 1, Someone already trying to flog the t-shits on eBay for 50 quid i see
Someone already trying to flog the t-shits on eBay for 50 quid i see
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Rouen Cathedral on Sept 7, 2017 16:51:50 GMT 1, No paypal accepted? Come on I thought you were Mr. Anti-Banksy?
Nope. I want a mug!
No paypal accepted? Come on I thought you were Mr. Anti-Banksy? Nope. I want a mug!
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rr
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by rr on Sept 7, 2017 17:04:34 GMT 1, Went 2 yrs ago in Palestine alone, looking for his works. I would love to get back beginning next year but I remember that leaving Israel was a nightmare, security is massive and I'm not sure they will allow pieces of wall in my luggage (every single item in it was double checked last time). Need to think about it...
Went 2 yrs ago in Palestine alone, looking for his works. I would love to get back beginning next year but I remember that leaving Israel was a nightmare, security is massive and I'm not sure they will allow pieces of wall in my luggage (every single item in it was double checked last time). Need to think about it...
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dbrizzle
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by dbrizzle on Sept 7, 2017 17:05:03 GMT 1, Someone already trying to flog the t-shits on eBay for 50 quid i see Someone should contact Banksy and have them cancel their order!
Someone already trying to flog the t-shits on eBay for 50 quid i see Someone should contact Banksy and have them cancel their order!
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samfrost
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by samfrost on Sept 7, 2017 17:11:49 GMT 1, The friendly Israeli customs officers will be sure to love seizing this! Brilliant Mr. B :-)
The friendly Israeli customs officers will be sure to love seizing this! Brilliant Mr. B :-)
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charliem
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by charliem on Sept 7, 2017 17:17:50 GMT 1, Brilliant. Going in 2weeks time. Won't hold my breath but maybe a small chance of getting a box set if its a massive edition. Can imagine a que forming out side already.
Brilliant. Going in 2weeks time. Won't hold my breath but maybe a small chance of getting a box set if its a massive edition. Can imagine a que forming out side already.
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Deleted on Sept 7, 2017 17:29:32 GMT 1, The hotel has now been in operation for longer than was initially expected and it's hardly a run of the mill hotel that will attract run of the mill Bethlehem tourists so it shouldn't be a surprise to anyone that it does need an influx of visitors hence cash.
It's an expensive trip even if using Easyjet etc and most fans of Banksy who could afford it have probably visited by now, so additional marketing / incentives have been employed to possibly entice those thinking about it, makes good business sense to me.
maybe good business sense, but for those of us that have already been its a bit of a kick in the teeth. The visit was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had, so a souvenir of some sort would be great eg the key fob. And yes I mean a souvenir. No way I would want to sell it on.
All that was available when I was there were a couple of t-shirts and pens (which I bought).
Really think this should have been opened to past visitors as well as new.
Not disputing that, was there myself with wife and kids in June but happy enough with the visit.
The hotel has now been in operation for longer than was initially expected and it's hardly a run of the mill hotel that will attract run of the mill Bethlehem tourists so it shouldn't be a surprise to anyone that it does need an influx of visitors hence cash.
It's an expensive trip even if using Easyjet etc and most fans of Banksy who could afford it have probably visited by now, so additional marketing / incentives have been employed to possibly entice those thinking about it, makes good business sense to me.
maybe good business sense, but for those of us that have already been its a bit of a kick in the teeth. The visit was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had, so a souvenir of some sort would be great eg the key fob. And yes I mean a souvenir. No way I would want to sell it on.
All that was available when I was there were a couple of t-shirts and pens (which I bought).
Really think this should have been opened to past visitors as well as new.
Not disputing that, was there myself with wife and kids in June but happy enough with the visit.
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pippyt75
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by pippyt75 on Sept 7, 2017 17:46:17 GMT 1, Already been but definitely going back now. Was considering going back but definitely am now. So in that sense I see why Banksy has done it. My credit card won't thank me though!
Already been but definitely going back now. Was considering going back but definitely am now. So in that sense I see why Banksy has done it. My credit card won't thank me though!
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cyberkid
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by cyberkid on Sept 7, 2017 17:47:21 GMT 1, are they accepting credit cards in the shop (in Bethlehem) ? Or only cash / schekel ?
are they accepting credit cards in the shop (in Bethlehem) ? Or only cash / schekel ?
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cyberkid
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by cyberkid on Sept 7, 2017 17:48:42 GMT 1, I got an email today from Walled off to say they are reducing cost of the rooms and suites by 50% This shows to me that they need cash banksy need cash ? ;-)
I got an email today from Walled off to say they are reducing cost of the rooms and suites by 50% This shows to me that they need cash banksy need cash ? ;-)
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pippyt75
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by pippyt75 on Sept 7, 2017 17:51:17 GMT 1, I got an email today from Walled off to say they are reducing cost of the rooms and suites by 50% This shows to me that they need cash banksy need cash ? ;-) . Exactly. Palestine needs cash and hopefully a sustainable tourist industry- that's why he's done it and fair play.
I got an email today from Walled off to say they are reducing cost of the rooms and suites by 50% This shows to me that they need cash banksy need cash ? ;-) . Exactly. Palestine needs cash and hopefully a sustainable tourist industry- that's why he's done it and fair play.
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Deleted on Sept 7, 2017 17:52:29 GMT 1, are they accepting credit cards in the shop (in Bethlehem) ? Or only cash / schekel ?
Cards are fine
are they accepting credit cards in the shop (in Bethlehem) ? Or only cash / schekel ? Cards are fine
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thomasmer
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by thomasmer on Sept 7, 2017 18:22:28 GMT 1, these will be 4500 in no time
these will be 4500 in no time
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The Origin
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by The Origin on Sept 7, 2017 18:23:47 GMT 1, Just arrived at the Walled Off
Already at least 15 in the queue
Some t**t at the front has got loads of suitcases with him to load up on merch..
Just arrived at the Walled Off Already at least 15 in the queue Some t**t at the front has got loads of suitcases with him to load up on merch..
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Lroy on Sept 7, 2017 18:37:21 GMT 1, This people are missing the real thing to get here - its the grappling hook. Essentially a banksy sculpture. Thats why it says 'orders being taken'. Sod the print! The print is essentially a little poster in a frame - will be heavy as well if thats real rock? must be limited though. no chance of it being signed or authenticated in any way. Nice momento - good luck getting any rock in your baggage allowance! Print not worth travelling for though. Those who are all of a sudden wanting to go to a war zone to see the hotel because of something you can buy. really? Why not the interest before? these Banksy sculptures are amazing ! They remember also a great artist that everybody knows.. he was at Dismaland. Innit ?
This people are missing the real thing to get here - its the grappling hook. Essentially a banksy sculpture. Thats why it says 'orders being taken'. Sod the print! The print is essentially a little poster in a frame - will be heavy as well if thats real rock? must be limited though. no chance of it being signed or authenticated in any way. Nice momento - good luck getting any rock in your baggage allowance! Print not worth travelling for though. Those who are all of a sudden wanting to go to a war zone to see the hotel because of something you can buy. really? Why not the interest before? these Banksy sculptures are amazing ! They remember also a great artist that everybody knows.. he was at Dismaland. Innit ?
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valentina
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by valentina on Sept 7, 2017 18:44:45 GMT 1, Hey, will pay a premium for a Box Set. Let me know if you can make it happen. You will be compensated for your time. Thanks!
Hey, will pay a premium for a Box Set. Let me know if you can make it happen. You will be compensated for your time. Thanks!
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touchdowntodd
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by touchdowntodd on Sept 7, 2017 18:54:27 GMT 1, these will be 4500 in no time
I'll pay that right now
these will be 4500 in no time I'll pay that right now
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Flashback
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Flashback on Sept 7, 2017 19:45:36 GMT 1, Info from the hotel -
''It measures 23 x 23cm, it is a souvenir print from an unsigned and unnumbered edition''.
I would still like one though.
Info from the hotel -
''It measures 23 x 23cm, it is a souvenir print from an unsigned and unnumbered edition''.
I would still like one though.
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Dungle
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Dungle on Sept 7, 2017 19:50:26 GMT 1, I'm still fighting see tickets for a refund on my last trip.
Proper wankers they are
I'm still fighting see tickets for a refund on my last trip.
Proper wankers they are
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Howard Johnson on Sept 7, 2017 19:56:52 GMT 1, Would also like to request a poster buddy assist on the print if anyone is willing. Free poster for your troubles!
Would also like to request a poster buddy assist on the print if anyone is willing. Free poster for your troubles!
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Deleted on Sept 7, 2017 20:14:38 GMT 1, Would also like to request a poster buddy assist on the print if anyone is willing. Free poster for your troubles!
Think the gift shop is open in October so say the Guardian
Would also like to request a poster buddy assist on the print if anyone is willing. Free poster for your troubles! Think the gift shop is open in October so say the Guardian
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Lroy on Sept 7, 2017 20:18:21 GMT 1, Would also like to request a poster buddy assist on the print if anyone is willing. Free poster for your troubles! as everybody would like one too ! But not possible I presume .. Funny these dioramas make me think to Lushsux, a sexy ( joking ) specialist from Melbourne that I love ( great mate of B too ) . They are AWESOME !!
Would also like to request a poster buddy assist on the print if anyone is willing. Free poster for your troubles! as everybody would like one too ! But not possible I presume .. Funny these dioramas make me think to Lushsux, a sexy ( joking ) specialist from Melbourne that I love ( great mate of B too ) . They are AWESOME !!
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Snakes
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Snakes on Sept 7, 2017 20:28:45 GMT 1, Went 2 yrs ago in Palestine alone, looking for his works. I would love to get back beginning next year but I remember that leaving Israel was a nightmare, security is massive and I'm not sure they will allow pieces of wall in my luggage (every single item in it was double checked last time). Need to think about it... Would be suprised if they let you fly with a glazed framed picture within your hand luggage. Take a tube in preparation for the print but just make sure it does not look like a mortar tube!
Went 2 yrs ago in Palestine alone, looking for his works. I would love to get back beginning next year but I remember that leaving Israel was a nightmare, security is massive and I'm not sure they will allow pieces of wall in my luggage (every single item in it was double checked last time). Need to think about it... Would be suprised if they let you fly with a glazed framed picture within your hand luggage. Take a tube in preparation for the print but just make sure it does not look like a mortar tube!
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larsson
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by larsson on Sept 7, 2017 20:29:23 GMT 1, I currently live and work in Ramallah. I'll visit the Walled Off Hotel tomorrow and check out the situation with the gift shop and post an update tomorrow afternoon.
I remember taking photographs of Banksy originals on Leake street under Waterloo station circa 2006 - but never thought to buy a print at the time (more fool me). It'll be nice to finally purchase an official print (even if these are unsigned and unnumbered).
In my opinion the Instragram "Free Palestine" large souvenir wall section is better than the "Love" piece posted on official merchandise shop - but then living and working here, I guess I'm biased.
A couple of other things:
[1] If you're thinking of coming out I would recommend the Taybeh "Oktoberfest" scheduled for September 16th & 17th 2017 in Taybeh, Palestine. It's the weekend after next and a riot by all accounts. PM me if you're going.
[2] Long before there was Banksy there was Naji al-Ali (bear with me - the blurb below is worth reading)
"Naji al-Ali (1938–87) was a Palestinian political cartoonist. He drew over 40,000 cartoons, from sharply critical commentaries on Palestinian and Arab politics and political leaders to visionary symbols of inhumanity and the pity of war, which transcended the divides. Born in Galilee, al-Ali was a victim of the nakba (“disaster”) in 1948 when his region was cleared to make way for Jewish settlers. He grew up in Lebanese refugee camps and prisons, scribbling protest cartoons on the walls, and eventually found work in newspapers. From 1969 onwards, his images featured the figure of Handala, the barefoot child whosilently watches all the evils perpetrated in the Middle East, and who has since become an icon of Palestinian defiance. Naji al-Ali was shot by unknown assailants outside the offices of ‘al-Qabas’, a Kuwaiti newspaper, in London on and died five weeks later in August 1997."
There will be a 30 year anniversary tribute event on Friday 27 October at the British Library to remember the life, work and legacy of Naji al-Ali - the great Palestinian cartoonist.
More details here: www.bl.uk/events/naji-al-ali-a-tribute
This article "Revisiting the great Palestinian cartoonist Naji al-Ali 30 years after his assassination" is well worth reading: www.pri.org/stories/2017-08-31/revisiting-great-palestinian-cartoonist-naji-al-ali-30-years-after-his
Apologies for the long post.
Ps. I doubt buyers will be able to buy more than one item per person, but as I said I'll post an update tomorrow. Slow internet here in Palestine no doubt played a role in missing out on recent Pejac and Invader prints - it's nice / odd to be back to a place where I'm going to walk into an actual shop and hand over cash for a product I can see.
Ps. If you are in Bethlehem Zuwadeh Deli does great pizza and coffee and it's worth getting a taxi to Hosh Jasmin for a beer at sunset and party afterwards.
It goes without saying that Palestinians are lovely - and it's safe to visit.
Image below: Handala (by Naji al-Ali) appears in street art near Tahrir Square, downtown Cairo, June 2012.
upload photos internet
I currently live and work in Ramallah. I'll visit the Walled Off Hotel tomorrow and check out the situation with the gift shop and post an update tomorrow afternoon. I remember taking photographs of Banksy originals on Leake street under Waterloo station circa 2006 - but never thought to buy a print at the time (more fool me). It'll be nice to finally purchase an official print (even if these are unsigned and unnumbered). In my opinion the Instragram "Free Palestine" large souvenir wall section is better than the "Love" piece posted on official merchandise shop - but then living and working here, I guess I'm biased. A couple of other things: [1] If you're thinking of coming out I would recommend the Taybeh "Oktoberfest" scheduled for September 16th & 17th 2017 in Taybeh, Palestine. It's the weekend after next and a riot by all accounts. PM me if you're going. [2] Long before there was Banksy there was Naji al-Ali (bear with me - the blurb below is worth reading) "Naji al-Ali (1938–87) was a Palestinian political cartoonist. He drew over 40,000 cartoons, from sharply critical commentaries on Palestinian and Arab politics and political leaders to visionary symbols of inhumanity and the pity of war, which transcended the divides. Born in Galilee, al-Ali was a victim of the nakba (“disaster”) in 1948 when his region was cleared to make way for Jewish settlers. He grew up in Lebanese refugee camps and prisons, scribbling protest cartoons on the walls, and eventually found work in newspapers. From 1969 onwards, his images featured the figure of Handala, the barefoot child whosilently watches all the evils perpetrated in the Middle East, and who has since become an icon of Palestinian defiance. Naji al-Ali was shot by unknown assailants outside the offices of ‘al-Qabas’, a Kuwaiti newspaper, in London on and died five weeks later in August 1997." There will be a 30 year anniversary tribute event on Friday 27 October at the British Library to remember the life, work and legacy of Naji al-Ali - the great Palestinian cartoonist. More details here: www.bl.uk/events/naji-al-ali-a-tributeThis article "Revisiting the great Palestinian cartoonist Naji al-Ali 30 years after his assassination" is well worth reading: www.pri.org/stories/2017-08-31/revisiting-great-palestinian-cartoonist-naji-al-ali-30-years-after-his Apologies for the long post. Ps. I doubt buyers will be able to buy more than one item per person, but as I said I'll post an update tomorrow. Slow internet here in Palestine no doubt played a role in missing out on recent Pejac and Invader prints - it's nice / odd to be back to a place where I'm going to walk into an actual shop and hand over cash for a product I can see. Ps. If you are in Bethlehem Zuwadeh Deli does great pizza and coffee and it's worth getting a taxi to Hosh Jasmin for a beer at sunset and party afterwards. It goes without saying that Palestinians are lovely - and it's safe to visit. Image below: Handala (by Naji al-Ali) appears in street art near Tahrir Square, downtown Cairo, June 2012. upload photos internet
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Poster Bob
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Poster Bob on Sept 7, 2017 20:36:46 GMT 1, I fell off of my chair laughing at someone asking for a "poster buddy." Ha ha ha. "Please inconvenience yourself so I can make a few thousand dollars. Please, I'm a true fan." G, T, F, and O.
I fell off of my chair laughing at someone asking for a "poster buddy." Ha ha ha. "Please inconvenience yourself so I can make a few thousand dollars. Please, I'm a true fan." G, T, F, and O.
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karibo
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by karibo on Sept 7, 2017 20:39:05 GMT 1, I'm interested in the Crucifix Grappling Hook if has any info, knows the price and can help with how to get hold of one.
I'm interested in the Crucifix Grappling Hook if has any info, knows the price and can help with how to get hold of one.
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kjg
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by kjg on Sept 7, 2017 20:43:28 GMT 1, I currently live and work in Ramallah. I'll visit the Walled Off Hotel tomorrow and check out the situation with the gift shop and post an update tomorrow afternoon. I remember taking photographs of Banksy originals on Leake street under Waterloo station circa 2006 - but never thought to buy a print at the time (more fool me). It'll be nice to finally purchase an official print (even if these are unsigned and unnumbered). In my opinion the Instragram "Free Palestine" large souvenir wall section is better than the "Love" piece posted on official merchandise shop - but then living and working here, I guess I'm biased. A couple of other things: [1] If you're thinking of coming out I would recommend the Taybeh "Oktoberfest" scheduled for September 16th & 17th 2017 in Taybeh, Palestine. It's the weekend after next and a riot by all accounts. PM me if you're going. [2] Long before there was Banksy there was Naji al-Ali (bear with me - the blurb below is worth reading) "Naji al-Ali (1938–87) was a Palestinian political cartoonist. He drew over 40,000 cartoons, from sharply critical commentaries on Palestinian and Arab politics and political leaders to visionary symbols of inhumanity and the pity of war, which transcended the divides. Born in Galilee, al-Ali was a victim of the nakba (“disaster”) in 1948 when his region was cleared to make way for Jewish settlers. He grew up in Lebanese refugee camps and prisons, scribbling protest cartoons on the walls, and eventually found work in newspapers. From 1969 onwards, his images featured the figure of Handala, the barefoot child whosilently watches all the evils perpetrated in the Middle East, and who has since become an icon of Palestinian defiance. Naji al-Ali was shot by unknown assailants outside the offices of ‘al-Qabas’, a Kuwaiti newspaper, in London on and died five weeks later in August 1997." There will be a 30 year anniversary tribute event on Friday 27 October at the British Library to remember the life, work and legacy of Naji al-Ali - the great Palestinian cartoonist. More details here: www.bl.uk/events/naji-al-ali-a-tributeThis article "Revisiting the great Palestinian cartoonist Naji al-Ali 30 years after his assassination" is well worth reading: www.pri.org/stories/2017-08-31/revisiting-great-palestinian-cartoonist-naji-al-ali-30-years-after-his Apologies for the long post. Ps. I doubt buyers will be able to buy more than one item per person, but as I said I'll post an update tomorrow. Slow internet here in Palestine no doubt played a role in missing out on recent Pejac and Invader prints - it's nice / odd to be back to a place where I'm going to walk into an actual shop and hand over cash for a product I can see. Ps. If you are in Bethlehem Zuwadeh Deli does great pizza and coffee and it's worth getting a taxi to Hosh Jasmin for a beer at sunset and party afterwards. It goes without saying that Palestinians are lovely - and it's safe to visit. Image below: Handala (by Naji al-Ali) appears in street art near Tahrir Square, downtown Cairo, June 2012. upload photos internet
Cool, I'm looking forward to your pictures. I'm going to buy myself a mug. Hopefully it comes with Pestcontrol🙄😅
I currently live and work in Ramallah. I'll visit the Walled Off Hotel tomorrow and check out the situation with the gift shop and post an update tomorrow afternoon. I remember taking photographs of Banksy originals on Leake street under Waterloo station circa 2006 - but never thought to buy a print at the time (more fool me). It'll be nice to finally purchase an official print (even if these are unsigned and unnumbered). In my opinion the Instragram "Free Palestine" large souvenir wall section is better than the "Love" piece posted on official merchandise shop - but then living and working here, I guess I'm biased. A couple of other things: [1] If you're thinking of coming out I would recommend the Taybeh "Oktoberfest" scheduled for September 16th & 17th 2017 in Taybeh, Palestine. It's the weekend after next and a riot by all accounts. PM me if you're going. [2] Long before there was Banksy there was Naji al-Ali (bear with me - the blurb below is worth reading) "Naji al-Ali (1938–87) was a Palestinian political cartoonist. He drew over 40,000 cartoons, from sharply critical commentaries on Palestinian and Arab politics and political leaders to visionary symbols of inhumanity and the pity of war, which transcended the divides. Born in Galilee, al-Ali was a victim of the nakba (“disaster”) in 1948 when his region was cleared to make way for Jewish settlers. He grew up in Lebanese refugee camps and prisons, scribbling protest cartoons on the walls, and eventually found work in newspapers. From 1969 onwards, his images featured the figure of Handala, the barefoot child whosilently watches all the evils perpetrated in the Middle East, and who has since become an icon of Palestinian defiance. Naji al-Ali was shot by unknown assailants outside the offices of ‘al-Qabas’, a Kuwaiti newspaper, in London on and died five weeks later in August 1997." There will be a 30 year anniversary tribute event on Friday 27 October at the British Library to remember the life, work and legacy of Naji al-Ali - the great Palestinian cartoonist. More details here: www.bl.uk/events/naji-al-ali-a-tributeThis article "Revisiting the great Palestinian cartoonist Naji al-Ali 30 years after his assassination" is well worth reading: www.pri.org/stories/2017-08-31/revisiting-great-palestinian-cartoonist-naji-al-ali-30-years-after-his Apologies for the long post. Ps. I doubt buyers will be able to buy more than one item per person, but as I said I'll post an update tomorrow. Slow internet here in Palestine no doubt played a role in missing out on recent Pejac and Invader prints - it's nice / odd to be back to a place where I'm going to walk into an actual shop and hand over cash for a product I can see. Ps. If you are in Bethlehem Zuwadeh Deli does great pizza and coffee and it's worth getting a taxi to Hosh Jasmin for a beer at sunset and party afterwards. It goes without saying that Palestinians are lovely - and it's safe to visit. Image below: Handala (by Naji al-Ali) appears in street art near Tahrir Square, downtown Cairo, June 2012. upload photos internetCool, I'm looking forward to your pictures. I'm going to buy myself a mug. Hopefully it comes with Pestcontrol🙄😅
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Banksy, Walled Off Hotel, GIFT SHOP, by Deleted on Sept 7, 2017 20:46:22 GMT 1, So what do people think of the grappling hook meaning, explain to me please
So what do people think of the grappling hook meaning, explain to me please
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