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Banksy Launches Website

Has the World's Most Controversial Graffiti Artist Gone Mainstream?

— January 13, 2007 — Art & Design
Banksy, the world's most famous (and elusive) graffiti artist, has launched a website. The site showcases his work and provides advice for creating your own graffiti. For example, Banksy notes, "Be aware that going on a major mission totally drunk out of your head will result in some truly spectacular artwork and at least one night in the cells."

You might remember the video of Banksy's Paris Hilton Hoax, in which hundreds of her records were replaced with a different CD cover. In addition to that hoax, Banksy's world famous graffiti art has graced every surface from the most renowned government buildings to the walls of the gaza strip. Accordingly, the site is operated by his agents in order to protect his identity.

On the site, Banksy has answered some pressing questions about his work:

Is graffiti art or vandalism?
That word has a lot of negative connotations and it alienates people, so no, I don't like to use the word 'art' at all.

How do you make the stencils so big?
By sticking lots of small ones together.

Do you sell t-shirts?
i don't make shirts because it would feel like the painting was a guerilla marketing campaign for a fashion label.

Has Banksy sold out?
That depends on what he does with the money
Trend Themes
1. Online Presence for Artists - Artists launching their own websites to showcase their work and increase their reach opens opportunities for digital platforms and services to cater to their online needs.
2. Growth of Street Art Cultures - Exploration of non-traditional art forms, such as street art, presents opportunities for businesses to create products and organize events that promote this form of art.
3. Anonymity and Identity Protection on the Internet - The launch of Banksy's website sheds light on how the Web can be used as a tool to protect an individual’s identity, creating an opportunity for businesses offering secure and anonymous online solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Website Development and Design - The launch of Banksy's website and other artists developing their online presence create a demand for individuals and companies who specialize in website development and design services.
2. Street Art Promotion - The continued popularity of street art presents a chance for businesses to promote the art form to the masses and offer products that feed into this culture.
3. Cybersecurity - Banksy's website highlights the importance of secure online practices and creates a potential market for cybersecurity businesses that offer a high level of anonymity and privacy.
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