Not like he needs any intro or plugging for that matter, but check Banksy’s reworked kiddies dolphin ride complete with crude oil and net, installed on Brighton Pier. This is why the man, or should I say enigma, is the king of social commentary art…engaging the public with plenty of satire, wit and sheer cleverness. Always one step ahead of the pack.
More new works at his site here
Keeping with the monumental theme, after the Faile post, I thought i’d share another amazing project titled ‘War and Peace and in between’ by Japanese artist Tatzu Nishi. Last October I went along to the Art Gallery of New South Wales after a high recommendation from Ed Woodley of China Heights. It was the day after my solo exhibition at the Heights and I was sporting a thumping headache thanks to Mr Green. I was reluctant to leave the motel bed, however I had to see this in person, so seedy as I was I made my way to the gallery and on arrival was immediately in awe of what laid before me. I had my camera in hand, ready to shoot and the freakin batteries died…..anyway, several months slip on by and I happily stumble across the Kaldor Public Art Projects site documenting Nishi’s ingenious installations that encompassed the mighty equestrian sculptures of Gilbert Bayes.
Above images via Kaldor Public Art Projects. To see more go to the website…and be sure to check out some fantastic pics of the construction process on the Art Gallery Of New South Wales flickr.
This monumental installation from FAILE is insane. The structure and surrounds are made up of a diverse mix of sculpture, ornate metal work and mosaic tiling. Hell, there is even one crazy fountain and as for the collab’s trademark layered mash up’s, they have evolved into the brilliant relief pieces you can see adorning the walls. epic.
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Check this absolutely amazing collaborative animated flick that offers a visually clear perspective on our past and our present global warming predicament, while providing some solutions for hopefully a much brighter future.
After checking the vid for Scratching The Surface I thought I’d post another masterfully executed film Up There. It too is a truely inspiring flick, however you ain’t ever gonna get me “Up There”. enjoy.
Above images from the Spreading the Disease opening on 19.06.10 at blank_space gallery taken
by Rhees Goodridge, Chris Alexander Kiprovski and Paul Terry.
A big ups goes out to all who came along to the opening of SPREADING THE DISEASE -new works by Bennett|Kalen|Tez …your support is really appreciated! If you couldn’t make it on Saturday night you have until Friday 25th June to pop in and check it out. blank_space gallery 374 Crown Street, Surry Hills Sydney. www.blankspace.com.au
Show pics will be posted up soon. 
Australian artist TEZ is an all rounder, his art spans across an array of mediums including painting, sculpture, ceramics, screen-printing and vector illustration. Much of his work comprises of a combination of these mediums and often incorporates recycled materials and found objects. TEZ unveiled his debut solo exhibition “Sure Ain’t Sushi” at Sydney’s China Heights gallery in late 2009.
He resides in his “fibro castle” on the New South Wales Central Coast and more often than not can be found in his shed creating his next fresh piece or just plain old tinkering.
Diagram of the Whale
Nawlz Print : Satellites Deployed
Nil Intentatum Reliqut
Nawlz Print : Custard Main Stage
White Vices 1
Choose Life
Krink X Nice Produce
Phantom
