Santa's Ghetto
In what they’re claiming is the most “low-concept art event ever”, Banksy and a few friends have set up their annual Christmas shoppe in one of the more unlikely places around the world. Of course, it wouldn’t be Banksy or anyone like-minded if that place didn’t make a statement. So this year, they’ve chosen Bethlehem and titled the project Santa’s Ghetto. This places their new shoppe in an area surrounded on three sides by a massive security wall.
Their point is simply to cast further attention toward the Palestinian conflict, especially during a time of year when most people are out spending a ton of money on themselves. All of the proceeds from the project will go directly toward helping people in need in the area. And, of course, there’s some killer artwork coming out of the project as well. Have a look at some more photos and keep an eye out for the online shop to open here.
