Who is Banksy?
Banksy is an anonymous street artist believed to come from Bristol, England. Known for satirical stencil art on walls around the world, Banksy has become one of the most famous artists of the 21st century while keeping their identity secret.
Banksy began painting graffiti in Bristol in the 1990s. Their work often comments on politics, war, consumerism and society.
Famous works include Girl with Balloon, Flower Thrower and Kissing Coppers. Banksy's art has appeared in London, Bristol, New York, Paris and the West Bank.
Shredded art
In 2018, Girl with Balloon shredded itself immediately after selling for more than one million pounds at a Sotheby's auction in London. The partially shredded work was renamed Love Is in the Bin and later sold for much more.
In 2015, Banksy created Dismaland, a dark theme park parody, in Weston-super-Mare.
Banksy's identity remains unknown, although many people have tried to uncover it.
Banksy has also made a documentary, Exit Through the Gift Shop, which was nominated for an Academy Award. Their works are often protected or removed and sold when they appear on buildings.