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Historical and Cultural Context
Drawing Prompt
Banksy (1974?) b. England


Banksy-BaloonGirl


“The time of getting fame for your name on its own is over. Artwork that is only about wanting to be famous will never make you famous. Any fame is a by-product of making something that means something." - http://www.artquotes.net/masters/banksy/index.htm


Media emphasis: graffiti/stencil/street artist

Art movement(s): Bristol underground

Principles and elements of design: contrast, emphasis, movement, shape

Helpful links: http://www.banksy.co.uk/


Banksy - Flower
Banksy - Girl Watering Telephone Pole
Banksy - In Charge
Banksy - Jump Rope
Banksy - Targeted Dove
Bansky - Peace

Banksy-SweepItUnder


Banksy-ThrowingFlowers


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