Who are the new Elizabethans?

The Artist Who Caused A Divide. (in opinions) 

Who are the new Elizabethans in the modern world? To me a new Elizabethan would need to of influenced Britain and create a particular persona.

Banksy is a well known British artist who uses modern methods of painting (graffiti) to display his humor and controversial statements in Britain. Banksy's art has changed peoples views on graffiti being an art form. His art has definitely rocked the boat world wide with peoples opinions being so divided. Banksy's work completely fascinates me and i love the fact he keeps his identity a secret, making his whole approach to art one big show. Even those who do not follow art at all will recognize his artwork and will have some sort of idea of why he did it. Unlike queen Elizabeth the 1st Banksy cannot control his image to the public as in the 21st century everyone voices their opinions more than in the 15th century, Social media being the main culprit. What I like about Banksy is that he voices his OWN opinion.  An opinion in which he shares with the lower class British people. Unlike some artists/politicians/celebrities who are paid to show a certain persona or voice a certain opinion. 

My favorite piece is the kissing coppers based on a pub wall in Brighton. I Think the two men kissing displays the gay community in Brighton and the police symbolizes enforcement. Showing that It is now Excepted to be gay. 

Kissing coppers- banksy 

The Prince Albert Pub

2004 

 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-26254509

Example of opinions -
 http://www.thelocal.se/20140321/banksy-you-are-not-welcome-here-stockholm-sweden-mural-politics-graffiti-art