last night i watched Exit Through the Gift Shop, a Banksy documentary about street art and a man named Thierry Guetta who befriended well known street artists such as Shephard Fairey, Invader and many of the world's most infamous graffiti artists (including Banksy himself). there is a theory that this movie is a hoax to gain recognition. whatever it is, was, or supposed to be doesn't really matter- this film takes a step into understanding art. what is true art and who is a true artist?: that is the question. is simply producing something that "looks cool" art or does it take more time and skill? does everyone have the capacity to be an artist or is something more intrinsic at the center? as an artist (or someone who hopes to be) i respect the act of street art: recognition of its temporal nature, being driven by within rather than monetarily, and continuing to produce with disregard for recognition. street art is art to the core.
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