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"Smoking Goddess"

"Smoking Goddess"

Posted by Banjo-l-l on 7/16/2008
 Featured by Freeek
 Nominated for Feature by BigJ402
Smoking Goddess by Banjo. Historically, much of the purpose to be found in a functional piece of art obviously came from the function itself. A craftsman is not usually expected to provide esoteric justifications in support of his or her work and in theory; even the most exquisitely crafted guitar should be more enjoyable to listen to than to look at. The Function delivers the statement. The trend of treating a glass pipe primarily as a piece of art and secondarily as a utilitarian device can be considered a relatively recent phenomenon and this shift from function to form is evidence that our collective voice as a movement is maturing. More and more people are buying these"art glass pipes" with no intention of using them. Many years of intensive "Schooling" has given us a profoundly deep reservoir of technical skill, and the yearning to use these skills to express our deeper emotions is becoming stronger with every day. Photos and presentation by Rolling High Las Vegas.

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Smoking Goddess
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Smoking Goddess
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Smoking Goddess
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Smoking Goddess
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 Artist:   Banjo-l-l  Contact Artist 
Banjo-l-l
Whoop, Whoop, Whoop. All be damned. My very own gallery. It was only after J at Rolling High Las Vegas posted some of his collection. I saw all the nice feedback that I decided to share my work with this forum. Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. Hope you enjoy! I'm probably not going to be commenting much but I do read your posts and gratefully appreciate the love. Thanks to Rolling High Las Vegas for the Photos and the Presentation. $$$$ BITERS POLICY $$$$ There are no biters, only dedicated Artists keeping a tradition alive. If you see anything in my gallery, you are inspired by, and want to incorporate into your own work, by all means go ahead. I would consider it a compliment. Peace Peace Banjo

http://www.myspace.com/rollinghighlasvegas


Comments
  • Freeek
    Freeek: what can say that you don't already know...simply beautiful!!
    7/16/2008 7:26 PM
  • Merc
    Merc: One of the hardest workers around and it shows!!!
    7/16/2008 7:36 PM
  • Bishop33
    Wow!!!
    Bishop33: MMMM!!! Wow!
    7/16/2008 8:21 PM
  • Alex K
    yeah
    Alex K: Definitely a Smoking... Goddess..Nice work
    7/16/2008 8:34 PM
  • JD
    wow
    JD: this piece take my breath away much to say but wow
    7/16/2008 9:14 PM
  • Interdimensional1
    wow that's dope
    Interdimensional1: I get what your saying but you can't knock someone who would only use a piece like that on special occasions or someone who cherishes a piece so much that they don't want to smoke out of it. I'm sure a lot of art collectors want their art to go up in terms of monetary value as well and unfortunately smoking out it decreases its value.
    7/16/2008 10:09 PM
  • Interdimensional1
    I'm sure someday....
    Interdimensional1: there will be a piece that will sell for 100 G's+. It wouldn't suprise me if it were one of yours lol. Think about it I bet Mark Cuban would make a purchase like that and use it too.
    7/16/2008 10:13 PM
  • Know Ego
    The complete package
    Know Ego: I'm always amazed with the concept, construction and presentation of your pieces. The artist statement creates an even deeper meaning to your work. Thats a beautiful piece of glass. MB.
    7/17/2008 0:34 AM
  • Chubz
    some day
    Chubz: I wanna meet you just to shake your hand!
    7/17/2008 0:51 AM
  • Snic
    The Big Kahuna!
    Snic: You kill it non stop.
    7/17/2008 7:23 AM
  • Andy D
    Andy D: Beautiful, elagent, and evil! love it
    7/17/2008 7:39 AM
  • Abe-a-tron
    Abe-a-tron: Yo Banjo Sick work man. Give me a hala hala soon, I got your back. I love your peices keep it going keep it flowing and let the herb keep growing.
    Peace love light and Fire
    Abe
    7/17/2008 11:31 AM
  • Saki Bomb
    awsome work!!
    Saki Bomb: its soooo magical.....
    can i ask u where the mouth piece at?
    i couldnt find so..
    7/17/2008 2:22 PM
  • Rolling High
    Rolling High: The mouthpiece is unveiled by removing the headpiece or crown. The "Smoking Goddess" is over 30" tall 12" wide and comes with two stands. Not pictured a separate wall mount. One of my favorite Banjo pieces this year.
    7/17/2008 8:36 PM
  • Hubbard
    Wow
    Hubbard: It's all i can say....
    7/17/2008 10:25 PM
  • Lennon
    NIce
    Lennon: Very well done, like always
    7/17/2008 10:33 PM
  • Illuzion
    Illuzion: Holy..... Im speechless...

    -Markushio
    7/19/2008 9:42 PM
  • Zoo
    Zoo: Thats nutz! I love it!!!
    7/20/2008 9:43 AM
  • Robin Hood
    beautiful symetry
    Robin Hood: awesome work as always. love the biters policy, inspiration and replication are what keep ideas moving in a forward direction. FUCK the haters they're all just green. RAGE LIFE!
    7/22/2008 5:48 PM
  • Kevin Ziegler
    So beautiful!!
    Kevin Ziegler: This is one of the best pieces I've ever seen! Amazing.
    9/21/2008 0:05 AM



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