"I'm not trying to be a hero. I'm just trying to make a point."

"I don't have a problem with people making money from my art. I just don't want to be involved in it."

"I think it's important to be a bit of a rebel. It's good for the soul."

"People say graffiti is ugly, irresponsible and childish... but that's only if it's done properly."

"The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist. The greatest trick Banksy ever pulled was convincing the world he was an artist."