# Street Artist Stencils iBanksyMachine Lets Everyday People Become Famous Artists By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-06-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-artist-stencils-ibanksymachine References: [gearfuse](http://www.gearfuse.com/ibanksymachine-allows-anyone-to-be-banksy/) Have you ever wanted to instantly become a [famous street artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-kiss-at-last-light) like Banksy? Well, with the iBanksyMachine, you can pretend to be. The [vending machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carfume-vending-machine) sells [stencil kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-by-squares) of some of Banksy’s most popular art work. Scattered across London, England, these iBanksyMachines will surely become a popular attraction for both locals and visitors. **Implications** - Banksy is an example of the evolving definition of superstar, and is altering what it means to be famous. The anonymous graffiti artist's face may not be known by many; however, his work is unmistakable, and has garnered him the kind of following that was once reserved for musicians or actors. Banksy ultimately represents a generation of consumers looking to create their own artistic culture based on freedom of expression. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Street Art Stencil Kits:** The iBanksyMachine enables everyday people to participate in street art culture by selling stencil kits of Banksy's work. - **Alternative Forms of Fame:** Banksy's influence highlights the changing perception of fame, opening up opportunities for individuals to gain recognition through unconventional means. - **Artistic Self-expression:** The iBanksyMachine taps into a growing desire for individuals to express their creativity and make a statement through stenciled street art. ### Where This Applies - **Street Art Supplies:** The iBanksyMachine presents an opportunity for businesses to cater to a broader market of aspiring street artists through the sale of stencil kits and art supplies. - **Tourism and Attraction:** The iBanksyMachines scattered across London have the potential to attract both locals and tourists, creating an industry around street art tourism and related merchandise. - **Art Education and Workshops:** Inspired by the iBanksyMachine, the demand for art education and workshops focused on street art techniques and self-expression could see significant growth. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tree-Integrated Mysterious Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tree-mural.md) - [Museum Street Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piranha-tank.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Porcelain-Clad Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatica-project.md) - [Makeup Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-express.md) - [Accessible NFT Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mynft.md) - [AI-Powered Painting Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loklik-ipaint.md) - [NFT Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-vending-machine.md) - [Robotic Portrait Sketches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pankraz-piktograph.md)