Banksy

If there is a contemporary artist who excels at triggering a reaction from the public and society, it is Banksy. His graffiti artworks are deliberately designed to be evocative, objectionable, and transgressive, to say the least. Without exaggeration, Banksy plays a role of a virtuous fighter against the flagrant injustice of modern-day societies.

Through his controversial works, the artist unravels an abominable evil dwelling in the hearts of people. However, his purpose is not a mockery – as many tend to think – but a lesson to be learned by every single individual. So what does Banksy teach people?

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Banksy is a street art revolutionist, a living street legend shaping the course of art history here and now. Due to the fact that the street artist leads an anonymous life, there is a myriad of misconceptions and myths around his persona. There are only a few facts that are highly likely to be valid. Let’s look at eight facts about the anonymous artist.

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Banksy is a multi-faceted street artist, but the fact remains that the anonymous urban legend is widely known for his provocative and even controversial works. His few sculptures and paintings cannot stand a chance when compared to his murals. Back then, when Banksy was not a household name, he greatly popularized political art. However, he wasn’t the first and won’t definitely be the last who provokes a social reaction and thus dialogue through stencil art. Today, we want to tell you about LAPIZ, another socially proactive street artist who makes people think by disrupting their illusions.

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The busy, coronavirus-driven year is coming to an end, but the anonymous artist Banksy is not ready to stop yet and keeps his nose to the grindstone. On December 10, around 17h, a piece of news about a new Banksy artwork appeared on the official Banksy website and then on the official Instagram account. The mural of the sneezing woman, unsophisticatedly titled “Aachoo!!”, can now be found on one of the houses in Totterdown, a suburb of Bristol, UK.

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Without a doubt, Banksy is an urban art icon, whose wall paintings not only have changed the contemporary art industry but also have shaped the entire generation of contemporary street artists. Though his genius seems to be omnipresent, in fact, the world of graffiti art is much wider than Banksy murals.

If Banksy artworks are your cup of tea, then you definitely shouldn’t guard yourself against other no less remarkable experiences. Today, you have a fair opportunity to broaden your horizons and discover new street artists who, like Banksy, create society-driven art.

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