Banks Violette in Conversation with Jesse Draxler hosted by Fakewhale
Banks Violette is an American artist whose sculptures and installations mine the aesthetics of black metal, punk, and subcultural extremity to interrogate violence, erasure, and existential collapse. Born in Ithaca, New York, his trajectory—from personal struggles including addiction, to his statu
Banks Violette: the Paradoxical Beauty of Mortality
Art is a mirror to the mind of the artist, providing a complex reflection of thoughts, emotions, and the intricacies of their world view. Some artists, like Banks Violette, delve into the profound depths of dark aesthetics, creating captivating pieces that leave audiences engrossed, unnerved, and am
