Documentary: Art as a Weapon
Rooted in the conflict for democracy in Burma, the documentary Art As A Weapon looks at how street art and Buddhism are working together. From Buddhist monks writing poetry to school kids learning how to use spray paint and renowned artist Shepard Fairey making an appearance to lend his support, the documentary aims to not only use “art as a weapon,” but also as an agent of change.
Directed by Jeff Durkin kickstarter.com/projects/artasaweapon/art-as-a-weapon
New York Street Artist NOBODY aka TMNK, is the originator of the ART IS MY WEAPON MOVEMENT. For Over 4 Years he has used STREET ART to promote peace, and as a weapon for humanity and non-violence. TMNK has given away countless bandanas and T shirts with his Logo, THE ART IS MY WEAPON LOGO, Featuring and An Assault Rifle that Drips with the words ART IS MY WEAPON. Ive Spoken At High Schools, and spent countless hours in the streets promoting that message via the ART IS MY WEAPON Team, Army.
I, We, think Jeffrey Durkins premise for this film as well as the logo is lifted from TMNK’s journey as a street artist.
It was TMNK, Not Shepard Fairey who made statements daily for PEACE with his art and his He(art). Not for Profit or commercial benefit, because he was a NOBODY in the STREETS That Care$.
As Shepard Fairey how many homeless artists live in his house? Ask Shepard Fairey how many inner city kids he mentors.
And Ask them BOTH why did they STEAL my LOGO, and my intellectual property and package it as their own?
If There is any Question about what I’m saying, simply google TMNK, and Google ART IS MY WEAPON, and you decide for yourself.
That’s deep. Just checked out the TMNK movement. Major similarities.