The Webbys 25 for 25

May 6 2014

Banner Art

Banner ads have been an important part of the internet and its expansion, but nowadays people ignore and even wants to block them by using “ad blocking” programs.

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Web, we wanted to give these poor things a chance to become a star, by transforming them into something fun & beautiful.

We used the database of “ad blockers” in a complete opposite way, and automatically collect these banners that are being blocked around the world. These real clickable banners become interactive art. The banners may not look beautiful individually, but by combining and curating them, we give them a new life and meaning. On the Web, any misfit can find its place. Happy 25th anniversary, Web :)

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About W3C

Established 20 years ago in 1994, the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) is a global, independent community of technology thought leaders, influencers, developers, and Web users who shape open technology specifications for the Web. We help transform businesses, societies, and economies, while providing a voice to all who seek quality Web experiences.

W3C members—including the world's major technology companies, universities, government agencies, and non-profit organizations—collaborate under the leadership of Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee and CEO Dr. Jeff Jaffe. Our community also extends to individuals and non-member organizations through Community Groups, Web Platform Docs, W3DevCampus, public discussion lists, and other activities.

About the World Wide Web Foundation

The Web Foundation seeks to establish the open Web as a global public good and a basic right, ensuring that everyone can access and use it freely.

In honour of the Web’s 25th Anniversary, the Web Foundation has become a founding partner in the Web We Want campaign. Over the next 12 months, we will engage millions around the world to tell us about their wishes for the Web and then work to build its future together. We'll amplify, support and strengthen local groups, especially in the developing world, allowing everyone, everywhere to define and claim the rights they want to have online both nationally and globally.