Has Banksy Finally Been Captured?

For more than two decades, Banksy has been the art world’s greatest enigma. A shadowy figure whose anonymity only fuels his cultural power. While his murals appear overnight on city streets from Bristol to Bethlehem, the man behind the stencils has remained hidden in plain sight.

But in Banksy Captured, Steve Lazarides, Banksy’s former right-hand man, photographer, and early promoter, pulls back the curtain. Drawing from his private archive, Lazarides reveals over 250 pages of raw, unseen images that document Banksy’s rise from underground provocateur to global icon.

An Insider’s Perspective to Banksy

Unlike journalists, fans, or collectors peering in from the outside, Lazarides was there. He managed Banksy’s work, photographed his projects, and helped bring his subversive vision to wider audiences. The book isn’t just about the art itself, it’s about the energy, secrecy, and rebellion of those early years.

Why Banksy Captured Matters

For collectors, this is more than a photobook. It’s a time capsule of contemporary art history, offering an unfiltered look at the making of a legend. With exclusive access that no one else had, Lazarides documents both the public works and the unseen behind-the-scenes moments. The kind of images that may never surface again.

A Collector’s Essential

Packed with striking visuals and untold stories, Banksy Captured is a must-have for street art enthusiasts, photography lovers, and anyone fascinated by the mystery of Banksy himself. Owning a copy is as close as you’ll come to "capturing" the world’s most elusive artist.

For those looking to add Banksy Captured to their collection, we are delighted to offer several signed editions direct from Steve Lazarides. Each version brings something unique:

• Vol. 2 Limited Edition Hardback – Presented with a striking pink slipcase with screen-printed text, this beautifully produced hardback is signed and individually numbered by Steve Lazarides. With an edition size strictly limited to 5,000 copies worldwide, it’s the most collectible release. £500 - BUY HERE

• Vol. 1 Paperback – The original volume that launched the series, capturing Banksy’s earliest years through Lazarides’ lens. Signed by Steve. £75 - BUY HERE

• Vol. 2 Paperback – A continuation of the story, packed with further unseen photographs and behind-the-scenes moments. Signed by Steve. £75 - BUY HERE

Each edition is a piece of contemporary art history in its own right, offering rare insight into the making of one of the world’s most elusive cultural figures.