Publisher Description

Highlighting both the relevance of Banksy's street art and how his impact has continued to spread, Planet Banksy brings together some of the very best pieces of art from all corners of the world that have been inspired by Banksy, as well as featuring some of his own innovative, profound and controversial work.

'A thought-provoking comparison with the works of his students.' Publishers Weekly
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Banksy is the world's foremost graffiti artist, his work adorning streets, walls and bridges across nations and continents. His stencil designs are instantly recognizable and disturbingly precise in their social and political commentary, flavoured with subtle humour and self-awareness. More popular than ever, Banksy has spawned countless imitators, students and fans alike, his fame – although unlooked-for – inevitably transmitting his ideas and work to the international arena.

With a range of topics for the graffiti lover, coming from a variety of inspirational sources, this book provides an overview of how Banksy's work is changing the face of modern art – as well as the urban landscape. Distilling his influence and his genius into an easily accessible full-colour 128 pages, this is the perfect purchase for any fan of Banksy or the graffiti art scene.

Author Biography

KET is a world-renowned graffiti artist based in New York, as well as a writer, lecturer, graffiti historian, producer, publisher and painter. His photos and graffiti have been published and exhibited internationally. He is the co-founder of the Museum of Graffiti in Miami, Florida.

Review

Offers thought-provoking comparison with the works of his students and an overview of how the work is changing the face of modern art and urban landscape * Publishers Weekly *

Promotional

The influence and genius of Banksy celebrated in full colour, showing how one man's work has changed the face of modern art – and the urban landscape.

Review Text

Offers thought-provoking comparison with the works of his students and an overview of how the work is changing the face of modern art and urban landscape

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Offers thought-provoking comparison with the works of his students and an overview of how the work is changing the face of modern art and urban landscape - - Publishers Weekly

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The influence and genius of Banksy celebrated in full colour, showing how one man's work has changed the face of modern art - and the urban landscape.

Description for Sales People

Now in paperback Featuring a new cover image, one of Banksy's most impactful murals in NYC, depicting imprisoned Turkish artist, Zehra Dogan, produced in collaboration with artist, Borf Showcasing some of Banksy's most innovative pieces, and provides a thought-provoking comparison with the work of his students Banksy is an England-based graffiti artist, political activist, film director and painter, whose satirical street art and subversive epigrams combine dark humor with distinctive stenciling graffiti His artistic works of political and social commentary have been featured on streets, walls and bridges of cities throughout the world and have fetched millions at auctions Written by KET, the co-founder of the Museum of Graffiti in Miami (63K followers on Instagram) and recently featured in the documentary, Banksy and the Rise of the Outlaw Art , streamed on Amazon Prime

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