Why does Banksy hide his identity?
street art is usually illegal
Banksy gained international recognition for his documentary film titled: a) "Exit Through the Gift Shop" b) "Street Art Chronicles" c) "Graffiti Tales" d) "Urban Art Revolution"
a) "Exit Through the Gift Shop"
What do rats and other animals symbolise in Banksy's art?
a metaphor for human behaviour and societal norms
What does the cave painting represent in "Cave Painting Removal"?
important cultural history, human expression, ancient art
When was Banksy born?
the 1970s
What medium does Banksy use?
spray paint
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
When did Banksy rise to prominence?
the late 1990s
What does Banksy believe about art?
it should be free / accessible to everyone
What colours does Banksy usually use in his work?
black and white with splashes of colour
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
Where did Banksy grow up?
Bristol, England
Where does Banksy typically display his work?
public spaces
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
Name this technique that Banksy uses along with humour and irony: "the art of making someone or something look ridiculous, raising laughter in order to embarrass, humble, or discredit its targets"
satire
In "Cave Painting Removal", what does the man with the pressure washer represent?
authorities removing graffiti / society not valuing street art / erasure of culture
What does it mean that Banksy wants to "challenge the status quo"?
he wants to change the way things currently are in the world
"Cave Painting Removal" is about people erasing historical cave paintings. True or false?
false
What did Banksy do with his painting "Girl with Balloon" that caused a controversy?
shredded it after it was sold
Banksy supports capitalism. True or false?
false
How does Banksy use juxtaposition in "Cave Painting Removal"?
he is comparing old art painted on walls (cave painting) to new art painted on walls (graffiti)
Banksy's artwork titled "Devolved Parliament" depicts a chaotic scene in a legislative chamber. Which animal is prominently featured in the artwork?
monkeys