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street art
22
Feb
13
There was a press release that gained a lot of attention today, stating that London police have arrested infamous graffiti artist, Banksy.
The press release states that London Metropolitan Police have confirmed that Banksy, or Paul William Horner, is in custody and there has been no bail set. The 39 year old male from Bristol, England is alleged to be Banksy.
While there are pleanty of sites reporting that Horner is being held for Vandalism, conspiracy, and racketeering… we’re...
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22
Aug
12
I remember the first time I felt like art ever really spoke to me. I was in an art history class in college, and was assigned to do a presentation on henri cartier-bresson. I had never seen images, painting or photography which I felt captured the essence of the individuals as well as cartier-bresson's stunning photographs. It was the first time I had ever felt connected to art and the first time I saw how powerful art could be.
today, the french photographer would be 104 if he...
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30
Jul
12
a new kickstarter project - in their words.
Wall Writers: Graffiti in its Innocence, 1967-1972. When art became a democracy and self-promotion became an art.
I never set out to make this documentary. I was doing research for...
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21
Jul
12
In a week where we have seen how the actions of one person can affect so many in such a horrific way, we thought it would be fitting to highlight an artist who has used his work to positively influence others around the world.
JR, is a French street artist who exhibits in the biggest art gallery in the world.
He exhibits freely in the streets of the world, catching the attention of people who are not typical museum visitors. His work mixes Art and Act, talks about commitment, freedom, identity and limit.
In 2007...
19
Jun
12
Since Tuesday is the new monday in the art world... thought we'd kick off your week with some of our favourite public art from around the globe!
The melting ice cream truck is a sculpture titled ...
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