Banksy

Banksy is a famous street artist from England. No one knows Banksy's true identity. The artist creates paintings and stencils on buildings and walls around the world. Banksy's art often has a message about war, poverty, or the environment.

Mystery Artist

Banksy began creating street art in Bristol, England, in the 1990s. The artist works in secret, usually at night. Despite worldwide fame, Banksy's real name and face remain unknown. Many people have tried to figure out who Banksy is, but no one has proven it.

Famous Works

Banksy's art appears on walls, bridges, and buildings in cities everywhere. One famous piece shows a girl reaching for a heart-shaped balloon. Banksy once shredded a painting right after it sold at auction for over one million dollars. The shredded artwork then became even more valuable.

Fun Facts

• Banksy once snuck artwork into famous museums and hung it on the walls without anyone noticing.
• A shredded Banksy painting sold for about 25 million dollars.
• Banksy opened a fake theme park called Dismaland.

Did You Know?

Banksy once built a fake theme park called Dismaland that was a dark and gloomy version of a regular amusement park. It was meant to make people think about problems in the world.