Banksy - Genius

Ok, So this isn't really fashion however I love Banksy and find his work very inspiring. I love photography that can show a bit of irony, a bit of wit and charm which I think is a typically english trait and something we should embrace. As an artist Bansky is the epitome of those qualities. His work is also faultless,
which makes his work so easy to look at and almost goes unnoticed, but he is an artist and an incredibly talented one at that.
I used to work in Ladbroke Grove- many years ago now (and before Banksy was a household name), I can remember one of Banksys art pieces turning up just by the bridge by Kensal Rise- two policeman having a snog. The first time I saw it I actually laughed out loud. I stood there for a few minutes smiling and thinking what the fuck! Everyone in the office had an opinion on it- most people loved it but sadly the local council decided it was inappropriate and it was gone within a few days. Personally, I would far rather see pieces of art around the city than a plain painted wall. I love it- walking around London and you can find little gems of art that actually makes your day when you see it. It makes you open your eyes and look at whats around you and if you do, you might be lucky enough to see one of Banksys pieces.
It is unquestionable that Banksy is cool. In fact he is the sort of bloke that from his work I know I would love to hang out down the pub putting the world to rights. His art is poignant and his politcal messages are very inkeeping with the general feeling of society. I think perhaps it would pay the government to go and have a look at his exhibition and perhaps they will get a true insight into how the general public feel about the world. Banksy portrays an element of hope in all his work- a positivity that beams from his graffitti which is a rare and wonderful message. A graffitti terrorist is some peoples views, but an artist that makes me smile everytime I see his work in mine.
Banksy currently has an exhibition on at the Bristol Museum and I would suggest if you only make it to one exhibition this year- make it this one. The man is a modern day genius and whether you are young or old I think everyone will enjoy this exhibition. And, just like seeing Banksys work around the streets its free! It runs to the end of August. http://www.banksy.co.uk/