Banksy

Banksy is one of a few artists in the world, who have still managed to stay anonymous. While his identity is concealed and Banksy is generally fine about his art’s reproduction for non-commercial purposes, he has faced several long-lasting legal battles with companies aiming at the commercial distribution of his works and challenging trademark protections of his art. One of the companies with a long track record of legal opposition with Banksy and his official business entity, Pest Control Office Ltd., is Full Colour Black. Here are the details of the Full Colour Black vs. Banksy lawsuit and the demands that the greeting card company has for Banksy’s trademark.

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New York is one of the world’s graffiti art capitals. It has many iconic graffiti monuments and places with a rich history. From Lower Manhattan to Brooklyn and Long Island, New York is packed with exciting street art pieces to admire. So, if you’re a fan of the street art culture and want to explore something extraordinary, our guide to graffiti art in NYC will be of value. You’re sure to read about the places you’ve never heard of before and explore new, untapped locations.

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A new Instagram post with a mysterious Madonna and Child mural appeared on Banksy’s official Instagram account on December 16, 2024. The post ended a long period of silence after the animal series in London. This example of stencil art traditional for Banksy features Madonna with a Child in her hands. The notable feature of the mural is the rusted hole on the woman’s breast instead of the nipple, a source of vital force and breastfeeding for the child.

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Banksy, remaining a mysterious and anonymous street artist, has been traveling across the world and leaving his thought-provoking artworks on the walls and architectural objects of many European and American cities. One such city is Venice, a place where Banksy stayed for a while in 2019, leaving several well-known art pieces. Here is a brief introduction to Banksy street art in Venice and the municipal authorities’ efforts to protect it in unfavorable environmental conditions.

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Modern street art is a relatively young movement that originated in France and was later appropriated by New York artists in the 1960s, gaining maturity in the 1970s. While many associate street art exclusively with bright, bubble-like graffiti, this art form is actually much more diverse. Here is a quick review of present-day street art varieties, as well as the roots and inspiration of street art practitioners.

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