Banksy: The Anonymous Artist Who Has Revolutionized the Art of Graffiti

Banksy


"cops and donuts"  My favorite

"Rat Dining Out"-South Park, London

Wall Paper Graffiti-Camden

"Pulp Fiction"-Shoreditch, Camden

"Michael Jackson"

"West Bank Wall in Bethlehem"

Banksy, pseudonym for British Graffiti artist, is one of the most famous graffiti artist who has not revealed himself as of date. He has mastered the art of not being caught by the officials to avoid prosecution and continues to express himself in open areas all over cities to maintain his presence and his passion for graffiti art. He has expressed that he may let down a few teenagers if his true self is ever identified. "Every other type of art compared to graffiti is a step down", revealed Banksy. He has a global reputation as a graffiti artist whose works of art can be seen all walls in London and it the surrounding areas, Paris, San Fransisco, New Orleans and Palestine to name a few. His graffiti depicts controversial pieces with political messages that are even recognized by young children. Although he has launched huge museum exhibitions, published books, and his works of art have sold well in the six figure, he still remains anonymous having people guessing if he is homeless or of an affluent money manager. It appears that no one will really know Banksy's true identity if he has it his way. Banksy is synonymous with his art, without knowing anything about his life.

Exit Through The Gift Shop, a film based on Banksy's life, which was featured at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival, is now playing in major cities accross the US.