Why did Banksy paint kissing coppers?

The controversial piece The Kissing Coppers by Banksy is one of his best-known images. In one respect, Banksy is arguing for greater tolerance of sexual-identity by placing icons of authority in a pro-gay position.

Where is Banksy Kissing Coppers?

Kissing Coppers, a life-size black-and-white graffiti work of two policemen kissing, was sold to an anonymous buyer in Miami for $575,000 (£345,000). Spray-painted on to the side of the Prince Albert pub in Trafalgar Street near Brighton city centre in 2004, it became one of Banksy’s most famous street works.

Where is Banksy Brighton?

The easiest way to find his work in Brighton is by starting at the town’s railway station. With the station behind you facing the food trucks turn right (even if your GPS says to turn left). Almost immediately, turn left into Trafalgar Street, taking the road that leads under the front of the station.

What does keep your coins i want change meaning?

By painting “Keep your coins, I want change,” Banksy utilizes the double meaning of the word “change” and takes a familiar image and turns it on its head in order to make a larger point. Banksy is trying to prove the point that it is not, and it never will be.

Is Brighton an arty?

With so much creativity going down, Brighton is a magnet for artistic folk and people who work in the creative industries. The city is teeming with artists, musicians, designers and writers dotted all over the place.

Who owns Love is in the bin?

Banksy
Love is in the Bin is a 2018 art intervention by Banksy at Sotheby’s London, with an unexpected self-destruction of his 2006 painting of Girl with Balloon immediately after it was sold at auction for a record £1,042,000.

Where can I see a Banksy?

Austin Museum of Popular CultureAustin
Banksy/On view

Is there a Banksy in Melbourne?

Australia’s largest remaining group of Banksy street art stencils was recently destroyed. A new doorway in ACDC lane displaced iconic works even though their location was known to the Melbourne arts community. Two Banksy stencils two metres away were previously destroyed in 2014. Five Banksy in three years.

Where is the graffiti in Brighton?

The other main hub for graffiti is north of Brighton station, and London Road forms the spine of the route. Heading north, on the corner of London Road/Cheapside you’ll find the Hobgoblin pub, the side of which is covered in some spectacular art.