We just caught Banksy's first film "Exit through the Gift shop" at the Belcourt. We left the theatre struck with inspiration and wanted to head straight to Wally World, pick up a dozen cans of spray paint, cardboard boxes and a matte knife. We can't seem to go anywhere after the film without noticing would be brilliant spaces for a bit of street art. There is something fascinating and awe inspiring about street art. Some pieces only stay up for a matter of hours and usually the artist goes with little to no recognition. It is definitely art for art's sake.
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. You don't go to a restaurant and order a meal because you want to have a shit. - Banksy
