Graffiti artist Banksy has basically become a national institution in England. His work can be found on street corners, river banks and even music stores.
Now he has a new video out which masterfully shows him creating a monkey hanging on a pole on the side of a building. The video coincides with the most recent issue of The Sunday Times, where the artist artist agrees to do a a six page interview for the publication. Check out the video here and check out other work by the graffiti artist Banksy and other street art below.
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Graffiti Artist Banksy Strikes Again and It's on Tape
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