How does Banksy's art address consumerism?

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Consumerism is a relentless force that often masks deeper societal problems. My work frequently critiques the absurdity of a culture obsessed with acquiring things, often at the expense of genuine human connection or environmental well-being. I try to highlight the contradictions, the manufactured desires, and the hollow promises that lie beneath the shiny surface of the marketplace. It's about asking: are we buying happiness, or just more clutter?

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