When was Banksy born?
the 1970s
Where did Banksy grow up?
Bristol, England
What does Banksy believe about art?
it should be free / accessible to everyone
What do rats and other animals symbolise in Banksy's art?
a metaphor for human behaviour and societal norms
What colours does Banksy usually use in his work?
black and white with splashes of colour
Where does Banksy typically display his work?
public spaces
In "Cave Painting Removal", what does the man with the pressure washer represent?
authorities removing graffiti / society not valuing street art / erasure of culture
In "Cave Painting Removal", name one principle of art that Banksy uses to draw attention to the cleaner
contrast, emphasis
In "Cave Painting Removal", name one element of art that Banksy uses to create the cave painting
texture, colour, space
What medium does Banksy use?
spray paint
When did Banksy rise to prominence?
the late 1990s
Why does Banksy hide his identity?
street art is usually illegal
What is Banksy trying to say about the relationship between cave paintings and street art?
both are just as important, but one is valued by society while the other is not
What colours does Banksy use in "Cave Painting Removal"?
muted tones and neutral colours for the cave painting, strong black and bright orange for the cleaner
How does Banksy integrate "Cave Painting Removal" with its urban environment?
you can see the bare wall where the painting has been removed, as if the paint is dripping off
What does the cave painting represent in "Cave Painting Removal"?
important cultural history, human expression, ancient art
