Banksy

In 2022, following the horrific events of the war, Banksy returned to the streets with seven new thought-provoking pieces. Artworks by the legendary artist appeared in Ukrainian cities heavily damaged from the Russian military attacks. This act of support was received warmly by many Ukrainian people who expressed their gratitude under Banksy’s Instagram post. However, it appears that not all of his works would stay in place for a long time — recently, a leader of an organized group attempted to steal a Banksy mural in one of the Ukrainian towns. Find out who that mysterious art criminal is and what his true intentions were.

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There is no need for introductions when it comes to Banksy, the avowed king of street art. It seems that the elusive artist has once again decided to grace the streets with his artwork. This month, just in time for Valentine’s Day, Banksy created his new piece to raise awareness for victims of domestic violence. The new stencil Banksy art can be seen in Margate, Kent. It is the first artwork the artist has made in the United Kingdom in a long time.

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Anti-establishment at its very core, street art is one of the most attention-drawing ways an artist can express their opinion and highlight the most pressing societal issues. While murals and wall paintings have existed for hundreds of years, street art, as we know it today, has gained new meanings recently, often serving as a tool of protest and contraction. Street art comes in all shapes, sizes, and techniques: some artworks are large enough to cover the entire building’s wall, while others are deliberately hidden from the eyes of commoners and are simple in execution but evocative in meaning. One of the most prominent forms of street art is stencil art.

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Israel has long been famous for its graffiti art. On the streets of Tel Aviv and Haifa, the major cultural cities of Israel, you can meet amazing street artists.

Graffiti in Israel tells a lot about the artists and the country. The graffiti journey will show some aspects of Israel’s current political situation and expand your understanding of Israeli culture. As you study street and graffiti art in Israel’s cities, you’ll discover works about politics, religious issues, feminism, optimism, and more.

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After the 15-month pause, Banksy has finally broken the silence after revealing new murals in Ukraine. The street artist has struck again with anti-war artworks in the heavily damaged city of Borodianka, the Kyiv oblast, and other cities of the region, including Kyiv itself. As of today, the anonymous mural painter has officially confirmed seven pieces, with every one of them shown to the public on Banksy Instagram and official website. Here is what we know about the latest showcase.

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