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Dec 2, 2011 19:43:11 GMT 1 @rperry said:

Lurkers, some of us just can't afford a signed Banksy on the current secondary market. So basically if I don't win the chance to buy one, I will not own one.

I'm in the same boat. But I don't want a picture of a gorilla with a mask on my wall. It's daft.

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I'm sorry that you're disappointed too.

[boatyyy]

i'm so excited by the lack of happiness with this gorilla print - my chances of obtaining my first banksy (which i happen to adore) at primary issuance are improving by the second! ;D woo hooooo! (it jolly well better be stamped, numbered and signed - else i'm jumping on the unhappiness wagon...)

[leumasdarnley]

Well I doubt he would go to the trouble of signing them if he is just going to launch them out of a cannon.

[nrgball]

Dec 1, 2011 21:18:03 GMT 1 leumasdarnley said:

Dec 1, 2011 21:16:49 GMT 1 nrgball said:

at dawn look to the east

Sorry your wrong if this was Lord of the rings perhaps but this is a print release by cannon.

Touche

[My Name is Frank]

Who was it a week or two ago that said it would be a self portrait? They clearly had a little knowledge. Don't understand the nagativity on this one, think it's an absolute cracker of a release.

[rperry]

just checked "he who may be Banksy"'s page and aside from the gorilla on it, he said March

But still could it be a ruse or do they really need 3 1/2 months of hype? It's not like however many they print at whatever price won't be sold out in seconds....

[des77]

Dec 3, 2011 0:47:08 GMT 1 @rperry said:

just checked "he who may be Banksy"'s page and aside from the gorilla on it, he said March

But still could it be a ruse or do they really need 3 1/2 months of hype? It's not like however many they print at whatever price won't be sold out in seconds....

take their time, if it works I can see a new rat print sometime in the future

[Deleted]

I know it's not the cool thing to do but I'd like to mention the image, it may not be a one note joke or a sickly sweet image, with lots of amazing bright colours for your kids to enjoy, but I at least feel it has some hidden depths.

It is in effect his self portrait and as such is possibly the most 'arty' piece he's consigned to his print portfolio.

It may not be new but as a revealing tragic comedy piece I think it's rather wonderful.

As you were.

[chaserawr]

Well said.

[curiousgeorge]

Dec 3, 2011 0:53:57 GMT 1 @deputydawg said:

I know it's not the cool thing to do but I'd like to mention the image, it may not be a one note joke or a sickly sweet image, with lots of amazing bright colours for your kids to enjoy, but I at least feel it has some hidden depths.

It is in effect his self portrait and as such is possibly the most 'arty' piece he's consigned to his print portfolio.

It may not be new but as a revealing tragic comedy piece I think it's rather wonderful.

As you were.

This

[boatyyy]

Dec 3, 2011 0:53:57 GMT 1 @deputydawg said:

I know it's not the cool thing to do but I'd like to mention the image, it may not be a one note joke or a sickly sweet image, with lots of amazing bright colours for your kids to enjoy, but I at least feel it has some hidden depths.

It is in effect his self portrait and as such is possibly the most 'arty' piece he's consigned to his print portfolio.

It may not be new but as a revealing tragic comedy piece I think it's rather wonderful.

As you were.

what a terribly untimely post - could get in my way of getting me one of these! cut it out deputy!

[stillborncrisps]

Dec 2, 2011 15:16:31 GMT 1 love said:

My favorite post from 2011:

Oh man I'd forgotten about that one! I do believe I crowned it my post of 2010.

[mmmike]

Dec 3, 2011 2:25:26 GMT 1 stillborncrisps said:

Dec 2, 2011 15:16:31 GMT 1 love said:

My favorite post from 2011:

Oh man I'd forgotten about that one! I do believe I crowned it my post of 2010.

Too funny and some good points. On the other hand, I don't feel like Banksy owes his fans anything. I love how Shep makes his prints available but if Banksy wants to boost his prices, that's up to him.

[freeelander]

I live in the states and genuinely love Mr. B's work- all of it!
Wish i was fortunate enough to be able to queue for a Banksy, no
matter how ugly/beautiful it might be!

Consider yourself lucky, the lot of you UK heads.. .

Goodluck to all of you, except you scum flippers!

[Jeezuz Jones Snr]

brilliant read... 'Trolley's sucks arse'!!!! suerly you mean just the coloured version??

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Dec 2, 2011 23:26:19 GMT 1 @boatyyy said:

i'm so excited by the lack of happiness with this gorilla print - my chances of obtaining my first banksy (which i happen to adore) at primary issuance are improving by the second! ;D woo hooooo! (it jolly well better be stamped, numbered and signed - else i'm jumping on the unhappiness wagon...)

With most POW releases it's best to occupy the unhappy bandwagon and avoid disappointment but with the minute chance of elation

[jellya]

It's my deluded thinking brought on by a lack of sleep and a desire to own, but would POW be considering a timed release for this with March giving them enough time to print?

[denmeadmichelle]

Is this being done on the old pow email lottery ? Sorry I don't have time to read through all the posts

[digitalkid]

I like this old gorilla image and I'm glad the new release is not a 2011 political statement.
I will happily hang this if I get the chance. But can POW be believed about the March 2012 release date?! I doubt it very much..

[hal9001]

Dec 3, 2011 21:58:37 GMT 1 digitalkid said:

I like this old gorilla image and I'm glad the new release is not a 2011 political statement.
I will happily hang this if I get the chance. But can POW be believed about the March 2012 release date?! I doubt it very much..

What makes you doubt their march 2012 date? They put it in print. Did they not? Why would they put it in ink as 2012 and then just release it on a larf.

Wouldnt that just diminish their credibility? What does an organization have to gain from running mis-information on their patrons?

[manty]

adds a bit of fun

i would release my print under some other artist name, watch it not sell, and realise its not all about the image

having said that, i would like this one

Beats the donut on top of the car one, and the guy walking a dog

[Sohoria]

Xenz show really thought was amazing art pieces. this print really not to sure about. wish best of luck for anyone who wants just now think time really to only go for art pieces you truly love...s

[deem]

Dec 3, 2011 9:29:11 GMT 1 jellya said:

It's my deluded thinking brought on by a lack of sleep and a desire to own, but would POW be considering a timed release for this with March giving them enough time to print?

That'd be cool, since it would mean I'd actually be able to get a Banksy print. Unfortunately, I don't know if it's possible for them to make enough prints between now and march to meet the run size that would result from a Banksy timed release ;D

[Sohoria]

if the same as last year someone really is likely to get hurt. i know chasing print excitement but hope peoples safety valued more than a piece of paper. I know going against the grain but art show in march be much more happier with...s

[mojjac]

I imagine this print is Banksy erring on the side of political correctness. Had it had a riot image most of the peaceful living folk in Tottenham, Croydon and thereabouts would quite likely want to hang him should they know what he looked like.

A bit sheepish he may have become with his added millions but stupid he is not.

[teatwosugars]

Dec 3, 2011 0:53:57 GMT 1 @deputydawg said:

I know it's not the cool thing to do but I'd like to mention the image, it may not be a one note joke or a sickly sweet image, with lots of amazing bright colours for your kids to enjoy, but I at least feel it has some hidden depths.

It is in effect his self portrait and as such is possibly the most 'arty' piece he's consigned to his print portfolio.

It may not be new but as a revealing tragic comedy piece I think it's rather wonderful.

As you were.

Great post. Completely agree.

I've been a bit 'meh' about releases since the LA show. Quite liked last years (despite finding the gimmick of multi colourways a bit tedious), though I thought Doughnuts and NBG were dull, and I've never been taken with the aesthetics of VLH or Nola (her head really is far too large)! All subjective of course, but personally I could see this one on my wall. Of course, the chances of that happening are slim but we can all dream.

[teatwosugars]

Dec 4, 2011 0:50:27 GMT 1 @mojjac said:

I imagine this print is Banksy erring on the side of political correctness. Had it had a riot image most of the peaceful living folk in Tottenham, Croydon and thereabouts would quite likely want to hang him should they know what he looked like.

A bit sheepish he may have become with his added millions but stupid he is not.

Really? You think Banksy has chosen this print to be politically correct?

You honestly believe that any of the local residents affected by the riots would give a fuck about what image Banksy produces in his latest print release?

[idris]

Sohoria; is Banksy.

[nah]

Dec 4, 2011 12:27:26 GMT 1 teatwosugars said:

Dec 4, 2011 0:50:27 GMT 1 @mojjac said:

I imagine this print is Banksy erring on the side of political correctness. Had it had a riot image most of the peaceful living folk in Tottenham, Croydon and thereabouts would quite likely want to hang him should they know what he looked like.

A bit sheepish he may have become with his added millions but stupid he is not.

Really? You think Banksy has chosen this print to be politically correct?

You honestly believe that any of the local residents affected by the riots would give a fuck about what image Banksy produces in his latest print release?

if he was making money off it... yes? look at the media uproar over that jay z occupy t-shirt. its dodgy territory maybe best saved for a charity release