robinbanks
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October 2007
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by robinbanks on Dec 19, 2008 23:42:59 GMT 1, Ok so the year is nearly out and I think it's about time to reflect on what has been a stellar year for the undisputed heavy weight street artist champion of the world - Banksy!
2008 has seen Mr B produce an incredible body of work including huge street pieces in London and New York and a collection of classically beautiful and moving images to mark the atrocities of the New Orleans floods.
He also masterminded the Cans Festival and pushed the boundaries with his installation "Pet Store" in NYC.
On top of that he has released two of the most talked about prints of the year in Nola and Very Little Helps.
What I'd like to know is what is the one piece that stands out for you and why? And I'd like pictures too if possible (just remember to give credit if it's not one of your own). It could be a street piece, it could be a print, it might even be an original you'd never seen before that was sold at auction this year...
So get thinking and get posting.
I'll start the ball rolling with my favourite of 2008.
I love this piece - even though his style has been copied a million times, you look at this and know no one else could have done it but Banksy. It's clever, it's funny, it's thought-provoking - everything that turned me on to B in the first place. And I could never see it being a print - this only works in the street and in my opinion is just about as good as it gets.
Ok so the year is nearly out and I think it's about time to reflect on what has been a stellar year for the undisputed heavy weight street artist champion of the world - Banksy! 2008 has seen Mr B produce an incredible body of work including huge street pieces in London and New York and a collection of classically beautiful and moving images to mark the atrocities of the New Orleans floods. He also masterminded the Cans Festival and pushed the boundaries with his installation "Pet Store" in NYC. On top of that he has released two of the most talked about prints of the year in Nola and Very Little Helps. What I'd like to know is what is the one piece that stands out for you and why? And I'd like pictures too if possible (just remember to give credit if it's not one of your own). It could be a street piece, it could be a print, it might even be an original you'd never seen before that was sold at auction this year... So get thinking and get posting. I'll start the ball rolling with my favourite of 2008. I love this piece - even though his style has been copied a million times, you look at this and know no one else could have done it but Banksy. It's clever, it's funny, it's thought-provoking - everything that turned me on to B in the first place. And I could never see it being a print - this only works in the street and in my opinion is just about as good as it gets.
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by graeme501 on Dec 19, 2008 23:43:38 GMT 1, i agree - the best of 08
i agree - the best of 08
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Replete
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by Replete on Dec 20, 2008 0:01:40 GMT 1, i go along with that one too
i go along with that one too
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by snakes on Dec 20, 2008 0:02:18 GMT 1, The rats in NY - would make nice prints too.
The rats in NY - would make nice prints too.
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Nuno
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November 2007
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by Nuno on Dec 20, 2008 0:11:18 GMT 1, agreed, think the above is my fave banksy image full stop. More of the same* please.
*Not actually the same, because that would be boring, but other good stuff.
agreed, think the above is my fave banksy image full stop. More of the same* please.
*Not actually the same, because that would be boring, but other good stuff.
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by bradpitt on Dec 20, 2008 0:13:33 GMT 1, The Cans festival was awesome and love the street cleaner. New Orleans I think blew everyone away (no pun intended) with the scale of works put up what seemed overnight. As with all good Banksy the placement, cause and timing were just perfect and well needed to raise awareness to the seemingly forgotten problem.
For the sheer coolness of this photo though, I will pick this one
The Cans festival was awesome and love the street cleaner. New Orleans I think blew everyone away (no pun intended) with the scale of works put up what seemed overnight. As with all good Banksy the placement, cause and timing were just perfect and well needed to raise awareness to the seemingly forgotten problem. For the sheer coolness of this photo though, I will pick this one
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by alsbabar on Dec 20, 2008 0:18:34 GMT 1, this to me is the best Banksy piece of 2008 - took his art to new levels with the petstore
this to me is the best Banksy piece of 2008 - took his art to new levels with the petstore
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robinbanks
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October 2007
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by robinbanks on Dec 20, 2008 0:18:51 GMT 1, Nice one Brad. For a while I thought this was going to be the most boring thread in history - everyone agreeing with me (for once).
What I really wanted is loads of cool pics and a bit of healthy debate with no talk of flippers, ebay or investment potential.
Send my love to Ange and the kids
Nice one Brad. For a while I thought this was going to be the most boring thread in history - everyone agreeing with me (for once). What I really wanted is loads of cool pics and a bit of healthy debate with no talk of flippers, ebay or investment potential. Send my love to Ange and the kids
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robinbanks
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October 2007
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by robinbanks on Dec 20, 2008 0:24:07 GMT 1, Agree with you about Pet Store Als.
Was totally blown away by the videos - wish I could have seen it in person.
I know you went from reading your posts - you lucky sod.
Really hope Banksy continues to explore new ideas in the future - I'm sure he will.
Agree with you about Pet Store Als.
Was totally blown away by the videos - wish I could have seen it in person.
I know you went from reading your posts - you lucky sod.
Really hope Banksy continues to explore new ideas in the future - I'm sure he will.
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romanywg
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October 2006
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by romanywg on Dec 20, 2008 0:37:54 GMT 1, I'd agree with the jet washer being his best piece followed by the Ape decorator. This is my most popular photo on my flickr account with almost 20,000 hits. Both would make great prints. IMO
I'd agree with the jet washer being his best piece followed by the Ape decorator. This is my most popular photo on my flickr account with almost 20,000 hits. Both would make great prints. IMO
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sterlzuk
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February 2007
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by sterlzuk on Dec 20, 2008 1:00:19 GMT 1, I'd agree with the jet washer being his best piece followed by the Ape decorator. This is my most popular photo on my flickr account with almost 20,000 hits. Both would make great prints. IMO
Loved the fact that the pattern from the Ape paintwork was all over the tunnel, like the ape had run wild and finally ended up in that spot when that photo was taken...
I'd agree with the jet washer being his best piece followed by the Ape decorator. This is my most popular photo on my flickr account with almost 20,000 hits. Both would make great prints. IMO Loved the fact that the pattern from the Ape paintwork was all over the tunnel, like the ape had run wild and finally ended up in that spot when that photo was taken...
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by arcam on Dec 20, 2008 1:01:00 GMT 1, I'd agree with the jet washer being his best piece followed by the Ape decorator. This is my most popular photo on my flickr account with almost 20,000 hits. Both would make great prints. IMO I can't add anymore to that. ^^^
I'd agree with the jet washer being his best piece followed by the Ape decorator. This is my most popular photo on my flickr account with almost 20,000 hits. Both would make great prints. IMO I can't add anymore to that. ^^^
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by bradpitt on Dec 20, 2008 1:52:39 GMT 1, I always wondered is that ape decorator supposed to be Nick Walker? bad stencil pattern, flat cap and a dopey look, all seems to fit. He was also clearly absent from Cans.
I always wondered is that ape decorator supposed to be Nick Walker? bad stencil pattern, flat cap and a dopey look, all seems to fit. He was also clearly absent from Cans.
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Grafter
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February 2007
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by Grafter on Dec 20, 2008 2:03:23 GMT 1, Absolutley loved the "Nola" streetpiece, and on 1st viewing thought it was the best thging he'd ever done, but was kinda let down with it's transition to paper... So I think i'll go for this....
Pic Courtesy: Artofthestate
Absolutley loved the "Nola" streetpiece, and on 1st viewing thought it was the best thging he'd ever done, but was kinda let down with it's transition to paper... So I think i'll go for this.... Pic Courtesy: Artofthestate
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by Coach on Dec 20, 2008 2:05:44 GMT 1, Absolutley loved the "Nola" streetpiece, and on 1st viewing thought it was the best thging he'd ever done, but was kinda let down with it's transition to paper... So I think i'll go for this.... Pic Courtesy: Artofthestate
Great photo - I only saw it after the cars had gone - looks amazing! Thanks G c
Absolutley loved the "Nola" streetpiece, and on 1st viewing thought it was the best thging he'd ever done, but was kinda let down with it's transition to paper... So I think i'll go for this.... Pic Courtesy: ArtofthestateGreat photo - I only saw it after the cars had gone - looks amazing! Thanks G c
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by bradpitt on Dec 20, 2008 2:06:48 GMT 1, this to me is the best Banksy piece of 2008 - took his art to new levels with the petstore
The Pet Store as well, damn the guy keeps busy.
Hey Als I think you posted the wrong video though, there is just one of you watching the TV?
this to me is the best Banksy piece of 2008 - took his art to new levels with the petstore The Pet Store as well, damn the guy keeps busy. Hey Als I think you posted the wrong video though, there is just one of you watching the TV?
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by alsbabar on Dec 20, 2008 2:08:09 GMT 1, this to me is the best Banksy piece of 2008 - took his art to new levels with the petstore The Pet Store as well, damn the guy keeps busy. Hey Als I think you posted the wrong video though, there is just one of you watching the TV?
yeah i know, it was me watching a video of your wife getting it up the chuffer
this to me is the best Banksy piece of 2008 - took his art to new levels with the petstore The Pet Store as well, damn the guy keeps busy. Hey Als I think you posted the wrong video though, there is just one of you watching the TV? yeah i know, it was me watching a video of your wife getting it up the chuffer
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by bradpitt on Dec 20, 2008 2:19:29 GMT 1, I think this worked well
I think this worked well
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kel
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October 2008
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by kel on Dec 20, 2008 2:26:32 GMT 1, I think this worked well
Quality, just a quality image.
Where does Banksy get these ideas. Outstanding truly outstanding.
I think this worked well Quality, just a quality image. Where does Banksy get these ideas. Outstanding truly outstanding.
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Andy'77
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November 2006
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by Andy'77 on Dec 20, 2008 9:31:17 GMT 1, I'd also go with One Nation Under CCTV.
I'd also go with One Nation Under CCTV.
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jB
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June 2007
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by jB on Dec 20, 2008 9:42:47 GMT 1,
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curiousgeorge
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by curiousgeorge on Dec 20, 2008 11:13:01 GMT 1, Absolutley loved the "Nola" streetpiece, and on 1st viewing thought it was the best thging he'd ever done, but was kinda let down with it's transition to paper... So I think i'll go for this.... Pic Courtesy: Artofthestate
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Absolutley loved the "Nola" streetpiece, and on 1st viewing thought it was the best thging he'd ever done, but was kinda let down with it's transition to paper... So I think i'll go for this.... Pic Courtesy: Artofthestatex2
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by Happy Shopper on Dec 20, 2008 11:35:26 GMT 1, I always wondered is that ape decorator supposed to be Nick Walker? bad stencil pattern, flat cap and a dopey look, all seems to fit. He was also clearly absent from Cans.
I've a funny feeling it's a self portrait, but would be good to know.
I always wondered is that ape decorator supposed to be Nick Walker? bad stencil pattern, flat cap and a dopey look, all seems to fit. He was also clearly absent from Cans. I've a funny feeling it's a self portrait, but would be good to know.
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jamieb
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December 2007
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by jamieb on Dec 20, 2008 12:04:01 GMT 1, Love the NY rats and the hoody and cleaner at cans, but this has to be my fave. He even did the feet
Pic courtesy of www.individualsole.com
Love the NY rats and the hoody and cleaner at cans, but this has to be my fave. He even did the feet Pic courtesy of www.individualsole.com
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fuzzed
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April 2008
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by fuzzed on Dec 20, 2008 12:05:50 GMT 1, I think one of my favourites I've come across this year has to be this one -
Don't you think it's a shame that images such as this one just don't pop up around London any more
I think one of my favourites I've come across this year has to be this one - Don't you think it's a shame that images such as this one just don't pop up around London any more
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oe32
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April 2008
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by oe32 on Dec 20, 2008 20:35:40 GMT 1, Sausages - Village Pet Store...........genius!
Sausages - Village Pet Store...........genius!
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BEST BANKSY of 2008, by slowmo on Dec 20, 2008 21:21:21 GMT 1, The wall rat with the girl on the chair gets my vote
The wall rat with the girl on the chair gets my vote
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