Banksy - UK OOT TALK TO ME
 

So for those not in the know Banksy is considered a legend in the UK. A sort of US-Andy Warhol clouded in mystery. I have been familiar with his work since last year but Esquire got me thinking a little more about him (regarding the article the last two paragraphs are THE WORST!!).

For those UK OOT'rs, I would be interested in your thoughts on a man some consider a legend and has received a sort of rockstar status.

Bansky.co.uk

Here is some of his guerilla graffiti:


http://www.banksy.co.uk/outdoors/ima...omb_hugger.jpg

http://www.banksy.co.uk/outdoors/ima...ze/doctors.jpg

Re: Banksy - UK OOT TALK TO ME
 

I have never heard of him

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He is really quite famous.

He has been derided for basically being a good self-publicist, althought this allegation could be made at most modern British artists.

I like his work, it has a nice sense of fun & humour

Re: Banksy - UK OOT TALK TO ME
 

Is this the same guy that hung his own painting up in a gallery as well? And if it is didnt he push a pea or somthing around london with his nose?

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YES, in a NY museum.

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And if it is didnt he push a pea or somthing around london with his nose?

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Doubt it, he is "not known"

Re: Banksy - UK OOT TALK TO ME
 

Nope, never heard of him.

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I'm not from the UK, but I love Banksy. I think he is a genius.

Banksy putting up his art in museums on his own

West Bank graffiti project

You should check out the west bank stuff on his site. Beautiful imagery and some amazing stories. He has a good sense of humor and he's pretty bold with the placement of his artwork.

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banksy owns. the west bank stuff is unbelievable