Ben Frost

Social Distancing Simpsons Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on 310gsm Bauhaus Cotton Rag Paper by Artist Ben Frost, Street Pop Art Graffiti. 2020 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 40 Artwork Size 12x12. Ben Frost (b. 1975) Social Distancing, 2020 Archival digital print on Bauhaus Cotton Rag Stock paper 12 x 12 inches (30.5 x 30.5 cm) (sheet) Ed. 40 is signed and numbered in pencil along the lower edge and published by the artist. Intersecting Pop Culture and Social Commentary Ben Frost's "Social Distancing Simpsons" archival pigment fine art print is a piercing examination of contemporary society through the lens of street pop art and graffiti. This limited edition print, numbered and signed, reflects Frost's unique and often controversial approach to his art, blending pop culture icons with subversive messaging. Created in 2020, "Social Distancing Simpsons" is a compelling artwork set against the backdrop of a global pandemic, a time when social distancing became a ubiquitous part of life. By incorporating a familiar character from "The Simpsons," Frost taps into the collective consciousness and comments on the impact of societal changes on popular culture. The choice of using archival digital print on Bauhaus Cotton Rag Stock paper, a high-quality material, ensures that the vibrancy of the piece and the precision of its details are preserved. The image of the Simpson's character juxtaposed with a pharmaceutical label indicates Frost's style, often involving the fusion of disparate elements to create a jarring yet thought-provoking visual statement. This 12 x 12 inches print is a perfect square that captures the essence of Frost's artistic statement: a critique of consumerism, mental health, and the pharmaceutical industry. Ben Frost's Signature Style Frost's work is characterized by his unflinching willingness to confront and challenge viewers with uncomfortable truths about modern life. In "Social Distancing Simpsons," the collision of the cartoon world with the stark reality of medication speaks to a generation that finds solace in nostalgia while grappling with present-day anxieties. With its limited edition of 40, the artwork becomes a collector's piece, a snapshot of an era defined by isolation and the search for connection. Reflection of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Frost's art is a reflection of street pop art and graffiti in its directness and its utilization of visual language that is immediate and accessible. Incorporating street art aesthetics into fine art prints blurs the lines between high art and more democratic expressions in urban environments. "Social Distancing Simpsons" is a testament to the power of this genre to communicate beyond words, offering a visual critique that is both universal and deeply personal. In summary, "Social Distancing Simpsons" by Ben Frost is more than just an artwork; it is a commentary on the times, a mirror held up to the complexities and contradictions of contemporary life. Through his expert blending of pop culture references with cutting social commentary, Frost solidifies his place as a significant voice in street pop art and graffiti artwork. This piece, in particular, stands as a poignant reminder of 2020, capturing the essence of a moment that has left an indelible mark on society.

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Ritalin Scar Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on 310gsm Photo Cotton Rag Paper by Artist Ben Frost, Street Pop Art Graffiti Legend. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 12x12 Signed 2022 Edition of 50 ‘Ritalin Scar’ Archival Digital Print on Bauhaus 310gsm Photo Rag 100% Cotton Paper Embossed, signed and editioned by the artist 30cm x 30cm (12 x 12 inches) unframed. In the end, Ben Frost is a true pop artist. Pop art and culture intrigue him, while the reformism and contemporariness of his work make him relevant to today’s aesthetics and societal issues. Nostalgia, on the other hand, is a key element, which the artist tries to infuse into this work, utilizing everyday iconography, sometimes, to pay homage or, other times, to mock the entertainment industry, capitalism and commercialism.

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Tigger on Zoloft Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on Bauhaus Cotton Fine Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Ben Frost. ‘Tigger On Zoloft’ Archival Digital Print on Bauhaus 310gsm Photo Rag 100% Cotton Paper Embossed, signed and editioned by Ben Frost 30cm x 30cm (12 x 12 inches) Melbourne, Australia Edition of 50 The essence of Frost’s commentary is established on the basis of subverting the meaning and the messages, promoted by the mainstream media. In other words and, as he has stated in the past: “The less you fill your mind with the trappings of advertising and bad television, the more space you have in your brain for things of value”. At the same time, his take on modern pop culture is equally compelling. Mainstream media, advertisements, and politics can be identified as some of his main fields of interest, which he utilizes and mixes up in a controversial formation. The word controversial is not used incidentally. What Ben Frost’s art is doing is, essentially, the appropriation and weaponization of imagery against the same system that gave birth to it.

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