Banksy first appeared on the scene in Bristol in the early 90s, working principally as a freestyle artist. According to Kelly Grovier, Banksy experienced a breakthrough moment after being chased by Transport Police while attempting to create a 'late again' tag for commuters. This led him to adopt stencilling as his primary technique, allowing him to produce more elaborate works from the safety of home. Stencilling soon became Banksy signature style, helping him to create impactful pieces quickly, often hidden in plain sight
In this episode, Grovier – cultural critic, writer and author of 'How Banksy Saved Art History' – dissects Banksy’s engagement with art history and his deep, often hidden commentary on contemporary issues. Grovier goes on to highlight Banksy's ability to reinvigorate classic works, such as the Mona Lisa with an AK-47, and Degas' ballerina with a gas mask. He also emphasizes Banksy's ephemeral style and the temporary nature of his street art, which adds to its impact.
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Banksy first appeared on the scene in Bristol in the early 90s, working principally as a freestyle artist. According to Kelly Grovier, Banksy experienced a breakthrough moment after being chased by Transport Police while attempting to create a 'late again' tag for commuters. This led him to adopt stencilling as his primary technique, allowing him to produce more elaborate works from the safety of home. Stencilling soon became Banksy signature style, helping him to create impactful pieces quickly, often hidden in plain sight
In this episode, Grovier – cultural critic, writer and author of 'How Banksy Saved Art History' – dissects Banksy’s engagement with art history and his deep, often hidden commentary on contemporary issues. Grovier goes on to highlight Banksy's ability to reinvigorate classic works, such as the Mona Lisa with an AK-47, and Degas' ballerina with a gas mask. He also emphasizes Banksy's ephemeral style and the temporary nature of his street art, which adds to its impact.
Podcast: Splendour, water, and light: The immense art history of Venice
Thames & Hudson
26 minutes 29 seconds
1 year ago
Podcast: Splendour, water, and light: The immense art history of Venice
In this episode, art critic Martin Gayford takes us on a breathtaking journey through five centuries of art history in Venice, exploring masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, Peggy Guggenheim’s palazzo, and the kaleidoscopic Venice Biennale.
Martin Gayford’s book 'Venice: City of Pictures' takes readers on a visual journey through five centuries of Venetian image making, including works by Titian, Canaletto, Ruskin, Turner, Monet, Manet and more. In this episode, Gayford takes us through the canals and palazzos of this ‘uniquely pictorial’ place, and its many incarnations throughout history.
This episode was presented by Eliza Apperly. Intro and outro audio by Eliza Apperly and Benjamin Nash.
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Banksy first appeared on the scene in Bristol in the early 90s, working principally as a freestyle artist. According to Kelly Grovier, Banksy experienced a breakthrough moment after being chased by Transport Police while attempting to create a 'late again' tag for commuters. This led him to adopt stencilling as his primary technique, allowing him to produce more elaborate works from the safety of home. Stencilling soon became Banksy signature style, helping him to create impactful pieces quickly, often hidden in plain sight
In this episode, Grovier – cultural critic, writer and author of 'How Banksy Saved Art History' – dissects Banksy’s engagement with art history and his deep, often hidden commentary on contemporary issues. Grovier goes on to highlight Banksy's ability to reinvigorate classic works, such as the Mona Lisa with an AK-47, and Degas' ballerina with a gas mask. He also emphasizes Banksy's ephemeral style and the temporary nature of his street art, which adds to its impact.
