Banksy
Pseudonymous England-based graffiti artist, political activist, and painter
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Banksy is a pseudonymous England-based street artist, political activist, and film director whose real name and identity remain unconfirmed and the subject of speculation. Active since the 1990s, his satirical street art and subversive epigrams combine dark humour with graffiti executed in a distinctive stenciling technique. His works of political and social commentary have appeared on streets, walls, and bridges throughout the world. His work grew out of the Bristol underground scene, which involved collaborations between artists and musicians. Banksy says that he was inspired by 3D, a graffiti artist and founding member of the musical group Massive Attack.
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Banksy responds to home secretary's comments about his Glastonbury migrant boat stuntBanksy has said the home secretary calling his migrant boat artwork at Glastonbury Festival "vile and unacceptable" was "a bit over the top".Sky News - Published | |
Banksy claims migrant boat artwork in crowd at GlastonburyBansky has claimed responsibility for a migrant boat artwork that appeared above the crowds during a set at Glastonbury.Sky News - Published | |
Banksy, Shady and Demigod among unique names given to babies last yearBanksy, Boy and Demigod were among some of the names given to babies in Scotland last year, data has shown.Sky News - Published | |
New Banksy mural covered up with plastic sheeting and wooden boardsThe newest Banksy mural has been covered up with plastic sheeting and wooden boards.Sky News - Published | |
New Banksy mural defaced just days after appearingA new Banksy mural in north London has been defaced after appearing just days ago.Sky News - Published | |
Bright green 'Banksy' artwork appears in north LondonA large green artwork believed to be a Banksy has appeared in north London over the weekend.Sky News - Published | |
Second man arrested after Banksy artwork removed in PeckhamA second man has been arrested on suspicion of theft and criminal damage after a Banksy art installation was removed in Peckham.Sky News - Published | |
'We'd like it back': Council calls police in hunt for Banksy piece ripped down from streetThe hasty removal of new Banksy artwork has been reported to police as the local council declares "we'd like it back".Sky News - Published | |
New Banksy piece removed within minutes of artist confirming authenticityA new artwork by Banksy has been removed from a street in south London less than half an hour after it was confirmed to be genuine.Sky News - Published | |
Public to be able to buy piece of Banksy's Valentine's Day MascaraThe public will soon be able to buy a piece of a Banksy mural which was first discovered on the side of a house in shares of £120 each.Sky News - Published | |
Banksy to reveal iconic stencils 'hidden away for years' at new show![]() Sky News - Published | |
Banksy artwork sold at auction for three times estimate by band who changed name for piece![]() Sky News - Published | |
Members of the public 'have taken parts' of Banksy's new artworkMembers of the public are believed to have taken objects from Banksy's newest art installation in Margate, Kent.Sky News - Published | Council returns freezer taken from Banksy artwork after defending 'necessary' removal![]() Sky News - Published |
Banksy's Margate artwork dismantled hours after reveal![]() Sky News - Published | Banksy reveals new 'Valentine's Day mascara' artwork in Margate![]() Sky News - Published |
Group try to steal Banksy mural from wall in battle-scarred Ukrainian town![]() Sky News - Published | Banksy urges shoplifters to 'help themselves' to Guess clothing after copyright row![]() Sky News - Published |
Banksy Encourages Shoplifters to Target Guess, Accuses Them of Stealing ArtworkBanksy is going to war with Guess -- accusing the clothing brand of stealing his work -- and now encouraging folks to steal from the retailer's London store. The famous graffiti artist just put out a..TMZ.com - Published | Banksy reveals mural in Ukrainian town that survived weeks of Russian occupation![]() Sky News - Published |
Welsh local councillor resigns after repeated allegations that he is Banksy![]() Sky News - Published | Banksy's Season's Greetings to leave Wales after vandals attack artwork![]() Sky News - Published |
Banksy designs and sells T-shirt to fund four accused of toppling slaver statue![]() Sky News - Published | Thousands queue for Banksy T-shirt to raise cash for four accused of toppling slave trader statue![]() Sky News - Published |
Banksy's £10m pledge for bid to transform prison into a 'refuge for art'![]() Sky News - Published | 'Disgusting': Locals dismayed as Banksy art carved off wall so it can be sold in US for millions![]() Sky News - Published |
Terminally ill man arrested for mooning speed camera 'inspires' new 'Banksy' Bart Simpson mural![]() Sky News - Published | Hollywood legend Christopher Walken paints over an original BanksyBanksy left his mark on the Bristol set of BBC show The Outlaws - only for it to be painted over by Hollywood megastar Christopher Walken.Sky News - Published |
Banksy Shredded Painting Sells for Record $25 Million at AuctionThe famous Banksy painting that got shredded after someone bought it for $1.4 million just got sold again at auction ... and it set a record price for the mysterious artist. The gavel went down..TMZ.com - Published | Banksy's shredded artwork sets auction record of £18.5m![]() Sky News - Published |
Beck Keeps Some Banksy Art, Loses Minivan In Divorce SettlementBeck's walking away from his marriage with some precious Banksy art ... but he's taking the 'L' when it comes to the family minivan in his divorce. According to legal docs, obtained by TMZ ... the..TMZ.com - Published | Part of 'new Banksy' removed because it was blocking drain![]() Sky News - Published |