Writing on the Wall

While identity and biographical details may be unknown, British guerrilla artist Banksy has been leaving his mark on the streets since the 1980s. His art combines graffiti writing with a unique stenciling technique, which was born out of the Bristol underground scene. Anonymous Banksy, originally trained as a butcher, still has his parents believing he's a painter and decorator.


In August 2008, the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Banksy produced a series of works in New Orleans on buildings abandoned since the disaster. I love the addition of humor and whimsy to his work which focuses on politics, culture and ethics.


[via the incredible Plus More Collective, a collaborative blog started by my graphic designing friend that allows a community of creatives to share photos, design trends and current events.]