Underneath the 19th century Victorian era designed Town Hall building in George Street Sydney contains the work of the mysterious anonymous British street artist and political activist known as Banksy.
The exhibition contains 4 rooms with over 160 artworks (including paintings, sketches and sculptures) from the artist's career in political and social commentary through graffiti art which has gained him notoriety and fame. Each room is dedicated to certain topics that shows Banksy's influences within the British underground scene. British punk rock themes were with art adaptations and sketches.
As you go through the rooms of Banksy's dark humour and activism, a repeated appearance is that of the rat and chimpanzee. Both animals have a significant significance to the artist. He often recalls getting chased down and hunted like rats by police while Chimpanzees he sees as the underdogs or working class of society. He leaves a hopeful message that the oppressive reality of society will someday come to justice in his work "Laugh Now".
"Laugh Now" by Banksy.
The reoccurrence of underdogs poking fun of the authority and capitalism appears in all his work & projects Turf War (Winston Churchill), Dismaland (Banksy's gritty pop-up amusement park version of Disneyland), Queen Ziggy (Queen Elizabeth II), Lenin on Ski's and The Walked Off Hotel. He expresses his views of modern times, consumerism, animal cruelty and major global events through his work, giving you alot to think about. Sign of the Times.
A highlight from the exhibition was the simple yet famous pieces of Banksy's work, Girl and Balloon + Flower Thrower. They speak of hope, peace, dreams, love and urges us to reflect on our everyday actions. These themes can been seen in his murals and video projects for Syria and Ukraine where the lives of children that hold no power to defend themselves against the decisions of the adults (people of power).
The Art of Banksy: Without Limits is a well curated (curated by his ex manager Steve Lazarides) exhibition. With his work being limited and temporary (Banksy has a strong distaste for the art market and collectors), this exhibition helps spreads Banksy's message, making it as relevant as ever.
Don't miss your chance to see this great exhibition while it's still in Sydney till May 19th .
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