Join Art with Liz every week at the Library to learn about classic and contemporary artists, followed by a free art workshop. All materials are provided. This class is open to artists of any level, including beginners. All are welcome!
Our final artist for the month will be the infamous street artist Banksy. Banksy is a pseudonymous England,based street artist, political activist, and film director whose real name and identity remain
unconfirmed and the subject of speculation. Active since the 1990s, his satirical street art an
subversive epigrams combine dark humor with graffiti executed in
distinctive stenciling technique.
His works of political and social commentary have appeared
on streets, walls, and bridges throughout the world. His work grew out of the Bristol
underground scene, which involved collaborations between artists and musicians. Banksy says
that he was inspired by 3D, a graffiti artist and founding member of the musical group Massi
Attack. Banksy’s work will move us to discuss how art can be humorous, hopeful and fun. We
will work to create art pieces that express this sense of wistful, hopeful, and joy.
This program will be held both in person and live on Zoom and YouTube.
Registration is required whether you are attending in person or online. Registration closes 15 minutes before each class. You will receive the Zoom link and password 15 minutes before the class begins.
If you have any questions or have problems logging on, please email laura.knittel@hobokenlibrary.org.
