Blek Le Rat: The Father of Stencil Graffiti Talks Banksy & What Makes Great Art
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Blek Le Rat is dubbed the godfather of stencil graffiti, said to inspire the likes of Banksy and many other street artists. In this episode, Rob speaks to Blek himself as well as gallery owner Steven Sulley to discuss Bleks work, street art as a movement and the value of art to society.
Blek Reveals:
- His thoughts on Banksy
- Why it took so long for his art to be recognised and accepted
- Why pure creation doesn’t exist and no art is purely original
- What makes great art
- What makes art expensive
Also featured:
- The importance of London in the Street Art scene
- The accessibility of street art and its role in bringing art to the masses
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“When you play around with the word rat, what does it spell, art”
“He inspired Banksy and many others”
“London is a very important place for artists to be recognised and to be known”
“I’m the result of what I have seen before”
“Truly great art is very rare”
“I love all my work, it’s a part of me”
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