The following was published on Mole Empire as a guest post for Sincerely Silver. 

Who Is Banksy?

UK-based street artist Banksy is one of the most controversial street artists to emerge on the global stage today due to his politically- and philosophically-charged satirical street art. The works of Banksy have appeared in America, Australia, Canada, England, France, Israel, Jamaica and Palestine, making him one of the most famous international artists and pranksters alive today, while maintaining anonymity. His style is universally familiar and recognized by the combination of his signature stencil aesthetic and underlying political messages.

“There’s nothing more dangerous than someone who wants to make the world a better place.”

-Banksy

Banksy Identity & The Philosophy of Guerilla Art

Though the pseudonym and the signature style are well known, there is not much else that is commonly known about the artist. Even after 20 years of being involved in the graffiti scene, Banksy’s true identity remains a secret. Despite this, there are a few commonly accepted facts regarding Banksy’s identity. It is believed that Banksy:

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