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Banksy in Iceland

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We were cruising around Ring Road when I swear I saw a Banksy. So I did the most logical thing, I slammed on the brakes and turned around. Here is what we saw.

Wide shot of the Banksy painting in Iceland

You tell me. Banksy or really good Fakesy?

Close-up shot of the Banksy painting in Iceland

It’s just subversive enough where I think it is real (The Metropolis logo from the Fritz Lang film, the hooded figure, etc.). The last picture is the location on our GPS. If you are ever in Iceland, check it out.

Location on the GPS of the Banksy painting in Iceland

About Mike Shubbuck

Mike’s addiction to travel started early. His family would often take meandering summer vacations across the United States. These trips gave him an appreciation of his native land, but a thirst for exploration outside of it. Always up for an adventure, he has been talked into skydiving, hanging over Victoria Falls, and jumping off cliffs. Depending on whom you ask, maybe he was the one convincing others to join him. His perspective is usually framed with a lens and he shoots video and photographs religiously. Mike is a lover of all things, but the phrase, “What is your favorite country?” has a special place in his heart. He is co-author of Create Your Escape: A Practical Guide for Planning Long-Term Travel, which teaches other travelaholics how to prepare for long-term travel. Check it out at http://createyourescape.today

Comments

  4. Robin Schieren says

    Wow, that is so cool!! Thanks for sharing. I knew I was going to get an education from your trip. I just read up on him, very interesting – love it!!.

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    • Mike says

      Hi Robin,
      Banksy is incredible. You should check out the documentary about him and street art, “Exit Through The Gift Shop” http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00470MG06/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00470MG06&linkCode=as2&tag=mikeshub-20 Really cool stuff.

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