DISMANTLING BANKSY

A new Banksy piece for the Jubilee appeared in London yesterday depicting a child laborer sewing British flag bunting. It was coyly placed on Poundland (UK's version of the Dollar store). As you'll see below, the insidious aftermath that took place isn't surprising but demonstrates that no Banksy street piece is sacred—and that people will do whatever it takes to get a piece of the elusive street artist.

Here's the finished Child Labor Bunting Sewer and what's left of it less than 24 hours later. Via Urban Art Association

Classic Banksy craftsmanship. Look how hard this child is working to get the UK ready for the Jubilee.

 Bunting barons begin to descend on Poundland.

More bunting thieves. Tossers.

Phew, some bunting remains in tact.

Ah, but not for long. All that's left is a lonely child and his sewing machine. End Day 1 of new Banksy Street art.

TODAY IN WEIRD: RUBIX CUBE HEAD

This ad by Chi & Partners for British beverage, Drench, is pretty bizarre. But it kept my attention and the payoff 'brains perform better hydrated,' is a smart sell.  Previous Drench ads, especially the fish one below, are awesomely entertaining as well. via: Buzzfeed

BRISTOL VS BANKSY

This video comes from the Bristol Vs. Banksy exhibit from the summer of 2009. Really beautiful pieces here by the legendary Banksy.

The Bristol Museum vs Banksy from Lee on Vimeo.