Born: Bristol, England, UK (date unknown)
Nationality: British
Style: Street Art, Graffiti Art
Influences: Blek le Rat, Jamie Reid, situationism
"Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable."
Notable Artwork
Girl with Balloon (various)
About Banksy
Born: Bristol, England, UK (date unknown) Nationality: British Style: Street Art, Graffiti Art Influences: Blek le Rat, Jamie Reid, situationism Major Exhibitions: “Girl with Balloon” (various), “Barely Legal” (2006), “Dismaland” (2015) Quote: “Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable.” Website: https://www.banksy.co.uk/
Notable Artwork: Girl with Balloon (various)
This iconic stencil image depicts a young girl reaching for a red, heart-shaped balloon that is slipping away. Banksy has reproduced this image in various locations and formats, including a famous self-shredding version at auction.
Significance
Banksy is arguably the most famous street artist in the world. Girl with Balloon is a simple yet powerful image that resonates with a wide audience. His work is often politically charged, using humor and irony to comment on social issues, consumerism, and the art world itself. His anonymity adds to his mystique.