Heavyconsumer
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Heavyconsumer on Jun 16, 2008 0:46:48 GMT 1, I agree with Graeme. There's nothing to stop people dealing by PM. Many members already list wants and sales beneath their posts. There's also nothing to stop members posting if they have an interesting item for sale, but that would not encourage flipping, if moderators acted on threads that were deemed as "inappropriate/exploitative." This place has been a great revelation to me and improved my life no end over the past 9/10 months, since I discovered it. I've learned of countless artists and sources to buy from. I've sold a print and bought a few. I don't see why the place has to cater so well for non-contributors only looking to take advantage of other members who miss out on stuff. If irks me that people are encouraged to use this place for info to buy what they know other members like and miss out on, just to come and sell that art straight back to the people who gave them the info in the first place, at an inflated price. I DO accept that it will happen regardless, but also believe the current layout and management style encourage it to a degree which is a welcome mat to flippers and profiteers, who can simply use ebay or AS if this facility weren't available. This no doubt has an effect on the "demographic" of posters, for want of a better term.
I agree with Graeme. There's nothing to stop people dealing by PM. Many members already list wants and sales beneath their posts. There's also nothing to stop members posting if they have an interesting item for sale, but that would not encourage flipping, if moderators acted on threads that were deemed as "inappropriate/exploitative." This place has been a great revelation to me and improved my life no end over the past 9/10 months, since I discovered it. I've learned of countless artists and sources to buy from. I've sold a print and bought a few. I don't see why the place has to cater so well for non-contributors only looking to take advantage of other members who miss out on stuff. If irks me that people are encouraged to use this place for info to buy what they know other members like and miss out on, just to come and sell that art straight back to the people who gave them the info in the first place, at an inflated price. I DO accept that it will happen regardless, but also believe the current layout and management style encourage it to a degree which is a welcome mat to flippers and profiteers, who can simply use ebay or AS if this facility weren't available. This no doubt has an effect on the "demographic" of posters, for want of a better term.
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Moron on Jun 16, 2008 0:50:06 GMT 1, I have to say - I have been in Silkys shoes as a forum operator for 5 odd years and eventually I gave it up. Too many people's opnions stir crap all the time and it just became a pain in the arse.
My two cents
I have to say - I have been in Silkys shoes as a forum operator for 5 odd years and eventually I gave it up. Too many people's opnions stir crap all the time and it just became a pain in the arse.
My two cents
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Coach on Jun 16, 2008 0:50:24 GMT 1, Hmm. Just not sure the ebay section is the problem, more how it is sometimes used - wonder whether there are ways to improve it, but keep it. I do like looking at it to see what people are selling. Dunno - will leave it to better people to decide.
Hmm. Just not sure the ebay section is the problem, more how it is sometimes used - wonder whether there are ways to improve it, but keep it. I do like looking at it to see what people are selling. Dunno - will leave it to better people to decide.
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by carlito on Jun 16, 2008 0:52:10 GMT 1, I agree with Graeme. There's nothing to stop people dealing by PM. Many members already list wants and sales beneath their posts. There's also nothing to stop members posting if they have an interesting item for sale, but that would not encourage flipping, if moderators acted on threads that were deemed as "inappropriate/exploitative." This place has been a great revelation to me and improved my life no end over the past 9/10 months, since I discovered it. I've learned of countless artists and sources to buy from. I've sold a print and bought a few. I don't see why the place has to cater so well for non-contributors only looking to take advantage of other members who miss out on stuff. If irks me that people are encouraged to use this place for info to buy what they know other members like and miss out on, just to come and sell that art straight back to the people who gave them the info in the first place, at an inflated price. I DO accept that it will happen regardless, but also believe the current layout and management style encourage it to a degree which is a welcome mat to flippers and profiteers, who can simply use ebay or AS if this facility weren't available. This no doubt has an effect on the "demographic" of posters, for want of a better term.
very good points HC
I agree with Graeme. There's nothing to stop people dealing by PM. Many members already list wants and sales beneath their posts. There's also nothing to stop members posting if they have an interesting item for sale, but that would not encourage flipping, if moderators acted on threads that were deemed as "inappropriate/exploitative." This place has been a great revelation to me and improved my life no end over the past 9/10 months, since I discovered it. I've learned of countless artists and sources to buy from. I've sold a print and bought a few. I don't see why the place has to cater so well for non-contributors only looking to take advantage of other members who miss out on stuff. If irks me that people are encouraged to use this place for info to buy what they know other members like and miss out on, just to come and sell that art straight back to the people who gave them the info in the first place, at an inflated price. I DO accept that it will happen regardless, but also believe the current layout and management style encourage it to a degree which is a welcome mat to flippers and profiteers, who can simply use ebay or AS if this facility weren't available. This no doubt has an effect on the "demographic" of posters, for want of a better term. very good points HC |
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by graeme501 on Jun 16, 2008 0:54:03 GMT 1, i especially agree with the 'i agree with graeme' part
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i especially agree with the 'i agree with graeme' part
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Heavyconsumer
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Heavyconsumer on Jun 16, 2008 1:01:59 GMT 1, Hmm. Just not sure the ebay section is the problem, more how it is sometimes used - wonder whether there are ways to improve it, but keep it. I do like looking at it to see what people are selling. Dunno - will leave it to better people to decide.
I agree, but that would mean much more dilligent and active moderation/sensorship, which Silky get's a very hard time for already. Where are the lines etc..... If moderators moderated to begin with maybe these non-contributing profiteers would not be here either!  As it is, it's just rolling out the red carpet to the w@nkers imo.
Hmm. Just not sure the ebay section is the problem, more how it is sometimes used - wonder whether there are ways to improve it, but keep it. I do like looking at it to see what people are selling. Dunno - will leave it to better people to decide. I agree, but that would mean much more dilligent and active moderation/sensorship, which Silky get's a very hard time for already. Where are the lines etc..... If moderators moderated to begin with maybe these non-contributing profiteers would not be here either! As it is, it's just rolling out the red carpet to the w@nkers imo. |
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Heavyconsumer
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Heavyconsumer on Jun 16, 2008 1:02:55 GMT 1, i especially agree with the 'i agree with graeme' part ;D
That was the clear hilight! I do tend to ramble, so maybe the rest wasn't very relevant 
i especially agree with the 'i agree with graeme' part ;D That was the clear hilight! I do tend to ramble, so maybe the rest wasn't very relevant |
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by fuzzed on Jun 16, 2008 1:30:19 GMT 1, I'm relatively new on here, I stumbled upon this board trying to find out some info about Banksy's in Berlin. After having a look around I decided to join up as there were chats about Banksy's work etc.
I spend a fair bit of time on here, but don't really post too much because I'm not a collector of art, neither do I have money to be buying prints etc and I find that's what the majority of posts are about. I guess I spend my time looking at threads of street work and work from new artists. The off-putting thing is the amount of boards this forum has. I find it hard to know where to look for threads especially having this one and the street work board as things get posted in both, are both really needed? Sometimes I might fancy some off-topic chat but I have to go to one for music, one for sport etc. Is it not possible to just have a "General" or "Open" chat board?
Anyway just my views and I do enjoy reading some threads but get a bit sick of the same old prints/flippers sort of stuff and think there are too many separate boards.
I'm relatively new on here, I stumbled upon this board trying to find out some info about Banksy's in Berlin. After having a look around I decided to join up as there were chats about Banksy's work etc.
I spend a fair bit of time on here, but don't really post too much because I'm not a collector of art, neither do I have money to be buying prints etc and I find that's what the majority of posts are about. I guess I spend my time looking at threads of street work and work from new artists. The off-putting thing is the amount of boards this forum has. I find it hard to know where to look for threads especially having this one and the street work board as things get posted in both, are both really needed? Sometimes I might fancy some off-topic chat but I have to go to one for music, one for sport etc. Is it not possible to just have a "General" or "Open" chat board?
Anyway just my views and I do enjoy reading some threads but get a bit sick of the same old prints/flippers sort of stuff and think there are too many separate boards.
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Heavyconsumer
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Heavyconsumer on Jun 16, 2008 2:11:44 GMT 1, where do the artist fit in the scheme of things then graeme? Are they not equally interested in money as well as the art? point proven.
I'm not clear on what this point is....? As we're on an art appreciation forum, surely we're not going to begrudge new artists a platform to show their work or any artists an income from that work, if people like it enough to buy it? I think I'm missing something here. If I am, sorry to be thick, but please can someone explain...
where do the artist fit in the scheme of things then graeme? Are they not equally interested in money as well as the art? point proven. I'm not clear on what this point is....? As we're on an art appreciation forum, surely we're not going to begrudge new artists a platform to show their work or any artists an income from that work, if people like it enough to buy it? I think I'm missing something here. If I am, sorry to be thick, but please can someone explain... |
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by jamesreeve5 on Jun 16, 2008 5:56:35 GMT 1, I'm not clear on what this point is....? As we're on an art appreciation forum, surely we're not going to begrudge new artists a platform to show their work or any artists an income from that work, if people like it enough to buy it? I think I'm missing something here. If I am, sorry to be thick, but please can someone explain...
It's funny how the majority of the people who have contributed to this thread are people whose posts I like to read and whose opinions I like to hear (even if they aren't the same as mine).
I used to care (quite vocally) about artists and galleries touting there wares on here, and I was always met with a negative response, now there are so many of those threads on this main forum it makes no sense to even try and fight it. After a quick scan of the first page of threads I often can't find a thread with a discussion worth responding to, and as a result I check the boards less often than I used to.
heavyconsumer, I think that while we shouldn't deny new artists a platform to display their work so many artists now post on this forum it has eclipsed the reflection and discussion of art that used to be more prevalent on this forum.
I'm not clear on what this point is....? As we're on an art appreciation forum, surely we're not going to begrudge new artists a platform to show their work or any artists an income from that work, if people like it enough to buy it? I think I'm missing something here. If I am, sorry to be thick, but please can someone explain... It's funny how the majority of the people who have contributed to this thread are people whose posts I like to read and whose opinions I like to hear (even if they aren't the same as mine). I used to care (quite vocally) about artists and galleries touting there wares on here, and I was always met with a negative response, now there are so many of those threads on this main forum it makes no sense to even try and fight it. After a quick scan of the first page of threads I often can't find a thread with a discussion worth responding to, and as a result I check the boards less often than I used to. heavyconsumer, I think that while we shouldn't deny new artists a platform to display their work so many artists now post on this forum it has eclipsed the reflection and discussion of art that used to be more prevalent on this forum. |
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Heavyconsumer
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Heavyconsumer on Jun 16, 2008 6:44:39 GMT 1, James, maybe that's a fair point. I wrote a long response and then decided to scrap it... I don't really see why there need be a distinction. Any additional art posted is fair game for the reflection and discussion you mention. Many of the artists offer what seem to be very sincere reactions to art by other more and less established artists than themselves and with it, offer the forum 1st hand experience and artists' perspectives. I can't really find a negative there, so long as people (especially galleries and artists) are honest in how they represent themselves.
James, maybe that's a fair point. I wrote a long response and then decided to scrap it... I don't really see why there need be a distinction. Any additional art posted is fair game for the reflection and discussion you mention. Many of the artists offer what seem to be very sincere reactions to art by other more and less established artists than themselves and with it, offer the forum 1st hand experience and artists' perspectives. I can't really find a negative there, so long as people (especially galleries and artists) are honest in how they represent themselves.
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by pezlow on Jun 16, 2008 7:08:50 GMT 1, Yes I am still here 
To my mind the biggest problem is the numerous "artists" and "galleries" on here bigging up their work constantly. You do feel that you have walked into a pressure sales conference sometimes. Threads get hijacked by these galleries and artists who are promoting their own stuff. I would make a little plea to those people to think before they post another thread hyping their stuff. We are not a bunch of imbeciles who need the hard sell.
Look at Frankie - he's on here all the time, he's just had a very successful show but let the art do the talking - no hype on here, no pressure selling etc etc.
Yes I am still here To my mind the biggest problem is the numerous "artists" and "galleries" on here bigging up their work constantly. You do feel that you have walked into a pressure sales conference sometimes. Threads get hijacked by these galleries and artists who are promoting their own stuff. I would make a little plea to those people to think before they post another thread hyping their stuff. We are not a bunch of imbeciles who need the hard sell. Look at Frankie - he's on here all the time, he's just had a very successful show but let the art do the talking - no hype on here, no pressure selling etc etc. |
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Harveyn on Jun 16, 2008 7:20:37 GMT 1, Pez - I could not agree more. I think the main board for art chat should be for exactly that. I think that galleries and artists should post news about releases and events in the place provided for them. If they all did that then I am positive that people would frequent that section also. The problem is the more that don't simply encourage the rest to follow suit.
I think during and after shows members should start threads on the chat board for comments about the artists work and the show.
Pez - I could not agree more. I think the main board for art chat should be for exactly that. I think that galleries and artists should post news about releases and events in the place provided for them. If they all did that then I am positive that people would frequent that section also. The problem is the more that don't simply encourage the rest to follow suit.
I think during and after shows members should start threads on the chat board for comments about the artists work and the show.
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Harveyn on Jun 16, 2008 7:21:07 GMT 1, and also far to many sections.
and also far to many sections.
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by jamesreeve5 on Jun 16, 2008 7:23:48 GMT 1, pez... you took the words out of my mouth.
pez... you took the words out of my mouth.
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Heavyconsumer
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Heavyconsumer on Jun 16, 2008 7:23:48 GMT 1, Good point Pez. Many of the galleries could learn a thing or two from the way he goes about his business and the support he gets in response. That's just based on what little I've seen so far of course, but I almost take for granted I'll be sending him more of my money in future!
Good point Pez. Many of the galleries could learn a thing or two from the way he goes about his business and the support he gets in response. That's just based on what little I've seen so far of course, but I almost take for granted I'll be sending him more of my money in future!
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by jamesreeve5 on Jun 16, 2008 7:30:00 GMT 1, kijacking this thread a little bit, people were mentioning forum members posts they enjoy reading, and I have to admit that one of the funniest posters on here is ruralhick, complete guilty pleasure read, even more than jboy. He/she writes the most outlandish things (I am assuming most of it has to be tongue-in-cheek) but keeps the posting length minimal so I never have to hear a rant.
kijacking this thread a little bit, people were mentioning forum members posts they enjoy reading, and I have to admit that one of the funniest posters on here is ruralhick, complete guilty pleasure read, even more than jboy. He/she writes the most outlandish things (I am assuming most of it has to be tongue-in-cheek) but keeps the posting length minimal so I never have to hear a rant.
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by mcster on Jun 16, 2008 7:32:06 GMT 1, Great post Snakes. I think one problem is there are only so many things that can be discussed about Banksy (excluding prices) until a new piece goes up. With the size of the scene now, anyone trying to give their mates a 'heads up' about something is also giving it to lots of other people, so that time has now gone. I love reading many of the posts on here and despair at others, especially people sniping at each other. I can't comment about the banned members as I'm not too sure what they did, so I'll shut up now...
Great post Snakes. I think one problem is there are only so many things that can be discussed about Banksy (excluding prices) until a new piece goes up. With the size of the scene now, anyone trying to give their mates a 'heads up' about something is also giving it to lots of other people, so that time has now gone. I love reading many of the posts on here and despair at others, especially people sniping at each other. I can't comment about the banned members as I'm not too sure what they did, so I'll shut up now...
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Heavyconsumer
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Heavyconsumer on Jun 16, 2008 7:41:14 GMT 1, I think that one thing which is a must at some point if this place isn't to implode, is that Silky gets some help, because there are certain aspects of dealing with individuals and their issues which can be much more effectively managed if he's not the only port of call. It seems to me like he can't win right now and especially, that if there is the need to ban someone (whatever the reason), it would be a lot easier for members to respect if it was at least known that a few people had agreed it was the correct course, rather than one person. I respect that I am unaware of much of the history here though and as such my point here may not be as valid as it seems to me.
I think that one thing which is a must at some point if this place isn't to implode, is that Silky gets some help, because there are certain aspects of dealing with individuals and their issues which can be much more effectively managed if he's not the only port of call. It seems to me like he can't win right now and especially, that if there is the need to ban someone (whatever the reason), it would be a lot easier for members to respect if it was at least known that a few people had agreed it was the correct course, rather than one person. I respect that I am unaware of much of the history here though and as such my point here may not be as valid as it seems to me.
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by gilsteph on Jun 16, 2008 7:44:21 GMT 1, I think during and after shows members should start threads on the chat board for comments about the artists work and the show.
I think this is a great idea. I would love the artists and galleries to contribute as well but given the barage of -ive feedback that often comes with a show I would be suprised that they would contribute.
Its a shame but we have lost a lot of artists on this forum over the years....
I think during and after shows members should start threads on the chat board for comments about the artists work and the show.
I think this is a great idea. I would love the artists and galleries to contribute as well but given the barage of -ive feedback that often comes with a show I would be suprised that they would contribute.
Its a shame but we have lost a lot of artists on this forum over the years....
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by mammal2 on Jun 16, 2008 8:30:24 GMT 1, Wait until a Banksy gets released next month and see the s**t really hit the fan. True colours will come out on that 15 page thread. Far to many knob jockies on this board with shallow opinions and often double standards. Why don't you post more and help the forum.
I would but every other thread is an argument full of bile and shit. I used to post ALOT! But that was when this place was a street art forum and not a site full of 13 year olds and people with nothing better to do but sit at their computer and empty absolute shit talk onto the world.
Wait until a Banksy gets released next month and see the s**t really hit the fan. True colours will come out on that 15 page thread. Far to many knob jockies on this board with shallow opinions and often double standards. Why don't you post more and help the forum. I would but every other thread is an argument full of bile and shit. I used to post ALOT! But that was when this place was a street art forum and not a site full of 13 year olds and people with nothing better to do but sit at their computer and empty absolute shit talk onto the world. |
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by Pistol on Jun 16, 2008 8:38:52 GMT 1, Well if anyone wants my opinion as I am fairly new on here I would say it is a great forum. Very informative! Silky as well as loads of other members have helped me out and as a source of information it is great! I also have to say the odd bit of humour and nonsense helps. I realise we all have different ideals but then isn't that what makes the world go round?
Well if anyone wants my opinion as I am fairly new on here I would say it is a great forum. Very informative! Silky as well as loads of other members have helped me out and as a source of information it is great! I also have to say the odd bit of humour and nonsense helps. I realise we all have different ideals but then isn't that what makes the world go round? |
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by mammal2 on Jun 16, 2008 9:12:23 GMT 1, Well if anyone wants my opinion as I am fairly new on here I would say it is a great forum. Very informative! Silky as well as loads of other members have helped me out and as a source of information it is great! I also have to say the odd bit of humour and nonsense helps. I realise we all have different ideals but then isn't that what makes the world go round?
Pistol. Of course. All that you have said is great stuff. Some peoples ideas though are bizzare. Not all opinions should be lsitened to. But you are correct and I salute you!
Well if anyone wants my opinion as I am fairly new on here I would say it is a great forum. Very informative! Silky as well as loads of other members have helped me out and as a source of information it is great! I also have to say the odd bit of humour and nonsense helps. I realise we all have different ideals but then isn't that what makes the world go round? Pistol. Of course. All that you have said is great stuff. Some peoples ideas though are bizzare. Not all opinions should be lsitened to. But you are correct and I salute you! |
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by mammal2 on Jun 16, 2008 9:13:17 GMT 1, Yes I am still here To my mind the biggest problem is the numerous "artists" and "galleries" on here bigging up their work constantly. You do feel that you have walked into a pressure sales conference sometimes. Threads get hijacked by these galleries and artists who are promoting their own stuff. I would make a little plea to those people to think before they post another thread hyping their stuff. We are not a bunch of imbeciles who need the hard sell. Look at Frankie - he's on here all the time, he's just had a very successful show but let the art do the talking - no hype on here, no pressure selling etc etc.
Frankie knows the score and is a legend. He also has a perfectly round head which makes him okay in my book!
Yes I am still here To my mind the biggest problem is the numerous "artists" and "galleries" on here bigging up their work constantly. You do feel that you have walked into a pressure sales conference sometimes. Threads get hijacked by these galleries and artists who are promoting their own stuff. I would make a little plea to those people to think before they post another thread hyping their stuff. We are not a bunch of imbeciles who need the hard sell. Look at Frankie - he's on here all the time, he's just had a very successful show but let the art do the talking - no hype on here, no pressure selling etc etc. Frankie knows the score and is a legend. He also has a perfectly round head which makes him okay in my book! |
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by G-Man on Jun 16, 2008 9:17:15 GMT 1, This is a great thread well done for getting us all back to the point
the forum should be a place where people can express their views and opinions
I tend to agree that the shameless plugging should be restrained to the gallery threads and wish there was more talk about the art and new artists
I have learnt bout some really good new artists from ppl on the forum and enjoy listening to views
Too much chat around prices/flippers etc are dull but genuine views about new peices and ppl showing off their purchases are cool
There used to be a real ahrd core of members and it did get a bit like you were part of the club or you were a little people.. some people have gone and the club seems looser which allows everyone to feel that they can contribute.. clearly there are some ppl who have been on here for a long time and know loads about the scene.. you know who you are.. this is important
These ppl have as much of a responsbility as Silky IMO.. new ppl on here listen to you and your views and it has been shown that an artists popularity can be effected by this
So use your power wisely
Rant over
G
This is a great thread well done for getting us all back to the point
the forum should be a place where people can express their views and opinions
I tend to agree that the shameless plugging should be restrained to the gallery threads and wish there was more talk about the art and new artists
I have learnt bout some really good new artists from ppl on the forum and enjoy listening to views
Too much chat around prices/flippers etc are dull but genuine views about new peices and ppl showing off their purchases are cool
There used to be a real ahrd core of members and it did get a bit like you were part of the club or you were a little people.. some people have gone and the club seems looser which allows everyone to feel that they can contribute.. clearly there are some ppl who have been on here for a long time and know loads about the scene.. you know who you are.. this is important
These ppl have as much of a responsbility as Silky IMO.. new ppl on here listen to you and your views and it has been shown that an artists popularity can be effected by this
So use your power wisely
Rant over
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by pezlow on Jun 16, 2008 9:19:31 GMT 1, Two other observations which are meant constructively and I do hope will not be taken personally by the forum administrator, who I have always had a good relationship with (I hope):
1) A major problem with this forum is that threads such as this will eventually be buried somewhere where no one visits or deleted entirely. I 100% understand why Silky would want to do that when people make personal attacks against him and I would urge people not to do that as it doesn't achieve anything. However the fact that these threads get buried only leads people to feel even more frustrated and hamstrung and feel that they are not being listened to.
2) There has been an extraordinary decay of longstanding members of this forum - far more than the other street art forum whose name we are not allowed to type here. No forum can withstand the loss of so many quality and constructive members and there ought to be an honest and open discussion about why that is happening that does not descend into namecalling and offensiveness towards silky. Some of these members have been banned, a large number have left of their own accord or are still around but hardly ever post but nearly all of them are still 100% involved in the scene. So why do they feel they can't post here anymore. I'll try and list them but I know I won't remember everyone:
How About No
Shellshock
Nuart
Senna
jjoschi/strangers almanac
aza
stuey09
monochrome
foundation
hunrig
hankpank
Lesroy
LesbianWednesdays
Beejoir
Corblimeylimey
CrackaWacka
Dave313perry
Finsbury Park Ranger
etc etc I'm sure I've missed people off....
Two other observations which are meant constructively and I do hope will not be taken personally by the forum administrator, who I have always had a good relationship with (I hope):
1) A major problem with this forum is that threads such as this will eventually be buried somewhere where no one visits or deleted entirely. I 100% understand why Silky would want to do that when people make personal attacks against him and I would urge people not to do that as it doesn't achieve anything. However the fact that these threads get buried only leads people to feel even more frustrated and hamstrung and feel that they are not being listened to.
2) There has been an extraordinary decay of longstanding members of this forum - far more than the other street art forum whose name we are not allowed to type here. No forum can withstand the loss of so many quality and constructive members and there ought to be an honest and open discussion about why that is happening that does not descend into namecalling and offensiveness towards silky. Some of these members have been banned, a large number have left of their own accord or are still around but hardly ever post but nearly all of them are still 100% involved in the scene. So why do they feel they can't post here anymore. I'll try and list them but I know I won't remember everyone:
How About No
Shellshock
Nuart
Senna
jjoschi/strangers almanac
aza
stuey09
monochrome
foundation
hunrig
hankpank
Lesroy
LesbianWednesdays
Beejoir
Corblimeylimey
CrackaWacka
Dave313perry
Finsbury Park Ranger
etc etc I'm sure I've missed people off....
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by pimp on Jun 16, 2008 9:24:02 GMT 1, PMSLWROFLMAO
"back in my day lad"
HA!
PMSLWROFLMAO
"back in my day lad"
HA!
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by onemandown72 on Jun 16, 2008 9:24:26 GMT 1, I've always felt that the forum was a little like a tabloid newspaper, interesting to look at, but most of should be taken with a large pinch of salt. Occasionally there is something brilliantly informative, occasionally something unbelievably infuriating but on the whole useful to gauge what is going on and easy to contribute to.
I've always felt that the forum was a little like a tabloid newspaper, interesting to look at, but most of should be taken with a large pinch of salt. Occasionally there is something brilliantly informative, occasionally something unbelievably infuriating but on the whole useful to gauge what is going on and easy to contribute to.
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February 2008
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by will on Jun 16, 2008 9:25:08 GMT 1, I've only been on the forum for a couple of months now, and i would actually like to get to know a few off the members. This could happen if quality threads existed where we could have proper conversations. I think they should ditch the music,computers and sport forums and have a 'Lounge' instead where we could have a relaxed chat.
Some members are saying it is full of flippers just profiting from buying and selling prints, this may be true however there is no real money to be made apart from only a couple artists and they probably don't get em anyway. So lets just ignore them.
I agree another one or two moderators should be added, we could have a vote to decide!
will.
I've only been on the forum for a couple of months now, and i would actually like to get to know a few off the members. This could happen if quality threads existed where we could have proper conversations. I think they should ditch the music,computers and sport forums and have a 'Lounge' instead where we could have a relaxed chat.
Some members are saying it is full of flippers just profiting from buying and selling prints, this may be true however there is no real money to be made apart from only a couple artists and they probably don't get em anyway. So lets just ignore them.
I agree another one or two moderators should be added, we could have a vote to decide!
will.
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WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE BANKSY FORUM?, by pimp on Jun 16, 2008 9:32:47 GMT 1, I've always felt that the forum was a little like a tabloid newspaper, interesting to look at, but most of should be taken with a large pinch of salt. Occasionally there is something brilliantly informative, occasionally something unbelievably infuriating but on the whole useful to gauge what is going on and easy to contribute to.
the people on this thread take it all waaaay to seriously!
it aint real life for fucks sake LOL
mind you it is hilarious to read- thanks for the monday morning laugh people 
I've always felt that the forum was a little like a tabloid newspaper, interesting to look at, but most of should be taken with a large pinch of salt. Occasionally there is something brilliantly informative, occasionally something unbelievably infuriating but on the whole useful to gauge what is going on and easy to contribute to. the people on this thread take it all waaaay to seriously! it aint real life for fucks sake LOL mind you it is hilarious to read- thanks for the monday morning laugh people |
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As it is, it's just rolling out the red carpet to the w@nkers imo.
