Banksy - www.banksy.co.uk GRAFFITI ARTIST ONLINE PORTFOLIO - I thought everyone knew of Banksy, but I've recently discovered otherwise. Here is his official and rather humorous website, showing a selection of his graffiti, drawings and films. Banksy's Shop offers free image file downloads, his Manifesto talks of Graffiti Heroes and the FAQ section is amusing if a little short. It's worth checking back to this site regularly if you like his work, as the images are constantly updated.
For those who don't know who Banksy is here's an exert from Wikipedia: "Robert "Banksy" Banks is a well-known pseudo-anonymous English graffiti artist... His artworks are often-satirical pieces of art that encompass topics such as politics, culture, and ethics. His vandalism, which combines graffiti writing with a distinctive stenciling technique similar to the late 1970's Parisian stencil artist Blek le Rat, has appeared in cities around the world."
Oh just look at his website!
Eternal Sunset - www.eternalsunset.net ARTS PROJECT - Adriaan Stellingwerff is an Australian internet artist and web developer.
Synopsis: Eternal Sunset creates the experience of a continuous sunset through the use of live images from existing online webcams around the world. As the sunset moves westward, Eternal Sunset tunes into different webcams, chasing the sunset around the globe. Eternal Sunset is a virtual space where time is passing but where the daily cycle of day and night has come to a freeze at sunset; a space where the sun is always going down but never goes under. Complementing the increased efficiency and productivity associated with the internet, Eternal Sunset celebrates the romantic beauty enabled by that same technology. Enjoy that special moment forever! (text from www.dlux.org.au)
Object: Australian Centre for Craft and Design - www.object.com.au
CRAFT & DESIGN - From the website: "Object is one of Australia 's most innovative arts organisations. Through visionary exhibitions, education programs, publications and retail activities, Object aims to heighten awareness of outstanding design and promote an appreciation for the dynamic world of creativity. At a time of unprecedented global interest in design, Object presents its acclaimed exhibitions to diverse audiences. From Sydney to Singapore, Tokyo to Milan, Object's exhibitions, publications and Object Magazine take craft and design across Australia and to over 100 cities around the world."
Pets Go Pop - www.petsgopop.com.au
ONLINE SHOP - Sydney based graphic designer, artist and animal lover Lynda Kennedy will transform your ordinary pet photos into fabulous, realistic pop artworks. Love your work Lynda!
Sydney PEN - www.pen.org.au
ONLINE RESOURCE - Sydney PEN is not just for writers. It is open to all individuals and organisations who support the freedom to read and the freedom to write. PEN stands for the principle of unhampered transmission of thought within each nation and among all nations, and members pledge themselves to oppose any form of suppression of freedom of expression in their country or their community. PEN declares for a free press and opposes arbitrary censorship in time of peace. It believes that the necessary advance of the world toward a more highly organized political and economic order renders free criticism of governments, administrations, and institutions imperative.
Red Bubble - www.redbubble.com
ART & T-SHIRT DESIGN COMMUNITY - Red Bubble's been getting a lot of publicity lately, but just incase you haven't heard of it check out the site, you won't be dissapointed! If you're an artist, designer or photographer this is the place to be seen. If you're looking for a new unique T-shirt, poster or print to buy then this is the place to go.
ART.NET.AU - www.art.net.au
ONLINE ART GUIDE - Listing current exhibitions, galleries & artists Australia wide and across New Zealand.
Art Find - www.artfind.com.au
ONLINE GALLERY GUIDE - This online guide lists Sydney art galleries and antique dealers and includes easy to read downloadable maps.