Banksy Madrid

Banksy’s real identity is still a secret, which only makes his rebellious art (and this exhibition) even more intriguing.

His signature stenciling technique wasn’t just an artistic choice — it was a quick getaway tactic after a close brush with police.

Keep an eye out for Banksy’s rats in the Madrid exhibition — they aren’t pests, they're sharp social critics of the modern “rat race”.

Banksy was named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people, he accepted the honor in classic Banksy fashion, wearing a paper bag over his head.

The exhibition is part of a global tour with iterations in Lisbon, Paris, and Barcelona. Each room in the exhibition recreates the gritty urban vibe where Banksy's works first appeared