A technology-driven exhibit that surrounds viewers with images of work by the British graffiti master Banksy will arrive in New Orleans in late June.
“World of Banksy,” a traveling exhibit, is described as an “all-new kind of exhibition” that will amplify Banksy’s themes “through the lens of immersive and digital technology.”
It’s unclear if any original paintings or prints by the superstar street artist will be included.
Banksy, who remains unseen and anonymous despite his international fame, is best known for unauthorized graffiti murals that often include pointed political themes. The “World of Banksy” preview publicity touts the artist’s sometimes provocative views.
The selection of images is said to explore “the intersection of Banksy’s art with global geopolitical tensions and social justice movements.” There will be particular emphasis on public murals that Banksy has produced in Ukraine and Palestine.
A Claude Monet immersive art experience is currently on display at the Scottish Rite Temple on Carondelet Street in New Orleans. Moving projections of Monet’s art on the walls, ceilings and floors of the building surround visitors.
Befitting the secrecy that usually surrounds Banksy, the exact location of the upcoming exhibition has not been announced. Tickets are for sale, however, at $29 for general admission, $26 for students, and $59 for VIP admission. Visit worldofbanksy.com for tickets and more information.
A 2008 painting of Bart Simpson by British graffiti superstar Banksy is now on display at the Habana Outpost restaurant at the edge of the French Quarter
Banksy is, of course, very dear to New Orleans, because the artist visited the city in 2008, leaving behind several murals, many of which were tailor-made for the post-Karina milieu.
Three actual Banksy murals, from his 2008 visit are on display around town. The so-called “Umbrella Girl” remains in view on the wall where it was originally painted at the corner of North Rampart and Kerlerec streets.
‘The Looters,’ was the most controversial of Banksy’s 2018 New Orleans stencils (Photo by Doug Maccash, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune)
Two other paintings from the period have previously been removed from the walls where they were painted, have undergone conservation, and are now on display elsewhere. The “National Guard Looters” mural is located in the lobby of the International House Hotel at 221 Camp St. Banksy’s “Bart Simpson” mural is located just a block from the Umbrella Girl at the Habana Outpost restaurant, 1040 Esplanade Ave.
A fourth painting, known as “The Gray Ghost” was recently removed from the wall where it was painted on Clio Street and is undergoing conservation.
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