Site Specific

We were given the task to find 5 site-specific designs and post them with a small explanation on our blogs. To be honest I wasn’t too sure what site specific meant so here is a definition I found for everyone’s benefit.

"Art or design that is conceived and produced for a particular location or environment. The meaning of site-specific work is often closely related to the place in which it is situated. Political, social or geographical aspects are taken into consideration and are intended by the artist to frame the viewers experience and interpretation of the work.” The 20th century art book PHAIDON


Often working with large life sized stencils; Banksy produces his secret works in the middle of the night while the majority of people are sleeping. Banksy's stencils are often site-specific and feature a wide range of striking and humorous images occasionally combined with slogans. The overall message is usually anti-war, anti-capitalist, anti-establishment or pro-freedom.



Massive rat hiding behind a phone box. Paparazzi style.



Rat theme again, looking to break into the safe


Using the sign that was already there, Banksy adds a bit of excitement to it.


Big Brother is watching.


Princess Diane on the Banksy of England tenner.


On the bank of the Thames.


Banksy doesn't just use paint. Pick-axed phone box.


Traffic cone sculpture.