Case Study - Dismaland, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset Flashcards
1
Q
What was it?
A
- An unusual type of art installation that brought thousands of visitors and greater place recognition to the seaside resort?
2
Q
When did it happen?
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- 2015
3
Q
What famous artists had artwork there?
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- Banksky
4
Q
What were some of the themes of the artworks?
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- apocalypse
- Anti-consumerism
- Celebrity culture
5
Q
What does Weston Super mare rely on?
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- It’s beaches and traditional seaside attractions for visitors.
6
Q
What benefits did Banksy’s work bring to the resort?
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- An additional 150,000 people visited the town
- £20 million generated to the local economy.
- Local tourist chiefs were delighted as it put Weston Super Mare on the map.
