Dumpsty

I would’ve never imagined I’d want a dumpster in my house. Dumpsty is changing all of that for me, but don’t worry it’s not some smelly dumpster off the streets of New York City. These are tiny replicas of a street artists canvas, 11″x10″x8″ to be exact, and for some odd reason they’re bad ass. Available in Raw, Fresh, Bombed, Painted, and Limited Editions it can be used as a document holder, magazine holder, and of course – a trash can. If you come up with a better idea then by all means let us know. Customize the dumpsters with different color lids and authentic dumpster warning sign stickers scaled down just for Dumpsty. If you consider yourself an “artist” then we suggest you pick up the Raw version and bomb it yourself.

Available HERE.

City as Canvas

Growing up I was the kid to notice the graffiti on the walls of my hometown. I would always try to decipher what the hell it said and I became fascinated with the concept of thinking that it obviously said something, but only certain individuals really knew exactly what it meant. Showcasing the birth of graffiti and street art, City as Canvas takes you through New York City in the late ’70s and ’80s and chronicles the chapter that started it all. The book contains Martin Wong’s enormous graffiti art collection, along with artwork, photographs, black books, letters, postcards, posters, and flyers made by Wong and his artist friends. Previously unpublished art by famous street artists such as Futura 2000, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Christopher “Daze” Ellis, and Keith Haring should also keep you occupied on that lazy Sunday.

Available HERE.

The Cans III Print

If you too are going nuts for the street art and graffiti craze (like us) then you should pick up the The Cans III print created by Los Angeles-based graffiti artist Roger Gastman. He manages to capture the brilliance that is branding and packaging with the tools that he uses to write his graffiti. The spray cans are straight from Gastman’s personal collection; a collection that catches every one of his house guests in aw. This is the 3rd print out of his “Tools of Criminal Mischief” series – it comes signed, numbered, with a certificate of authentication, and is an exclusive print to 1xRun.

Available HERE.

Mr. Brainwash Spray Can

Adding that perfect piece to your art collection or perhaps your “Art in the Streets” collection can result in tempers flaring and bottles flying. Okay, probably not that far, but you get the point. Mr. Brainwash may have that perfect piece for you with his new Mr. Brainwash Spray Can. No you can’t go bomb walls with it or any of that good stuff, but you can display it nicely with the rest of your over priced art collection. The spray can graphic portrays a soup can, obviously grabbing some inspiration from the leading figure of pop art, Andy Warhol. Each can is hand finished with spray paint, signed, thumb printed, numbered and dated by the artist. If you feel like going real big, purchasing the full set will receive the same edition number for each can. Pick up the special edition spray can in 10 different colors plus two very limited colors.

Available HERE. 

Banksy: The Man Behind the Wall

Keeping yourself out of the limelight when most people know your name, or ego rather, isn’t always the easiest situation. A man that has accomplished this is the renowned street artist Banksy. The Man Behind the Wall is reporter Will Ellsworth-Jones investigation of Banksy from the time his work was considered vandalism to the time people started tearing down the walls of their businesses just to sell his work at renowned auction houses. If you are looking to get the full story on this mysterious artist then picking up this book would be your best bet.

Available HERE.

Banksy at the Olympics

New works from artist Banksy have hit the streets of London just in time for the 2012 Olympic Games. There is always so much meaning behind his street for a piece of art that happens to pop-up over night. Take a look at the new work, evaluate it and let us know what you think in the comment section below. 

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New Banksy Paintings

The street artist known as Banksy has recently released a new round of paintings. Complete with the signature Banksy medium (as we like to call it) current political awareness and even an old stencil we’ve seen but with a painted backdrop added.

Check the gallery after the jump.

Cryptik: Eastern Philosophy Book

 

The mysterious street artist known as Cryptik is set to release an 84 page book this summer authored by Ethel Seno. The book focuses on CRYPTIK’s street art and features many iconic images including Buddha, the Buddha Palm, Ganesha, and Gandhi. Images from many different photographers/artists are included, as they have captured his work in unique situations. The book documents a powerful body of work in both color and black/white plates and it generates more questions than answers. 

New Banksy Spotted in London – Child Labor in the U.K.

As London gears up for the Summer 2012 Olympic Games new work by Banksy has been spotted in Poundland, Whymark Avenue, London. The stencil depicts a child hard at work sewing some Union Jack bunting. I am sure we will see more of Banksy’s work in weeks to come.

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Mr.Brainwash – "Love is the Answer" Print

We all know Mr. Brainwash from Banksy’s documentary “Exit Through the Gift Shop”. Many people believe before watching that this is a adocumentary about Banksy, but by the end of the documentary they have come to realize that Mr. Brainwash is the main subject to the story.  Speaking of Mr. Brainwash, he is releasing a brand new, 18 colored screen print titled “Love is the Answer”. Each print is finished with spray paint, signed and numbered with a thumbprint on the back. Each print is limited to 1 per person as there will only be 100 of them made. 

The print will be available for purchase on Thursday, March 29 on the Mr. Brainwash website.