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Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Stairway to London Silkscreen Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

Stairway to London Limited Edition 2-Color Vintage Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2009 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Artwork Size 30x22 Led Zeppelin Music Rock Super Stars Vintage 2009 Print. Hand-finished screenprint on hand torn, 100% cotton 300gsm cream archival art paper with deckled edges. 22 × 30 in 55.9 × 76.2 cm Edition 100

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Shepard Fairey- OBEY Workers Rights Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey OBEY

Workers Rights- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 4-Color Serigraph Print on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 4-Color Serigraph on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper. 30 x 40 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 100. Jim Marshall's photo was taken at the California State Capitol in Sacramento after Ces One- Rob Provenzano ar Chavez completed his 300-mile march in support of farmworkers' rights. Jim captured Chavez in a pose that suggests the vision and leadership that he truly embodied.

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Shepard Fairey- OBEY Voting Rights- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Voting Rights- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 4-Color Serigraph Print on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 4-Color Serigraph on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper. 30 x 40 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 100. Jim Marshall's photograph of Fannie Lee Chaney captures the day she found out her son, James Chaney, and two of his friends died at the hands of the Ku Klux Klan for registering African Americans to vote.

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Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Self Discovery Archival Paper Silkscreen Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

Self-Discovery- Archival Paper 6-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Hand Deckled Fine Art Paper by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 110 Artwork Size 30x22 Self-Discovery Archival Paper 6-Color Screen Print Archival Paper with Deckled Edges Edition of 110 Certificate of Authenticity Signed and thumb printed by the Artist 30x22 Signed 2022

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Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Spray Happiness Blue HPM Serigraph Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

Spray Happiness- Blue Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Serigraph Print With Acrylic Paint Embellishments on Hand Deckled Fine Art Paper by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 75 Artwork Size 30x22.5 3 color screen print and hand-finished paint splatter on hand torn archival art paper 57.2 x 76.2 cm (30 x 22 in) Edition of 75

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Shepard Fairey- OBEY Gun Culture- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Gun Culture- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 4-Color Serigraph Print on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 4-Color Serigraph on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper. 30 x 40 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 100. Jim Marshall captured what at first glance is regarded as an innocent child playing with a toy gun in Greenwich Village, New York, in 1963.

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Shepard Fairey- OBEY Exclamation- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Exclamation- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 2-Color Serigraph Print on Coventry Rag, 100% Cotton Custom Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. The evolution of Andre produced the simplified Obey icon face, the Obey star, and the Obey red box logo, which was inspired by the work of Barbara Kruger. These icons, along with various elements from the original sticker, became the building blocks of Shepard Fairey’s visual repertoire. Their repeated incorporation into the artwork is to mimics the strategic mechanism used by brands and advertising. Serigraph on Coventry Rag, 100% Cotton Custom Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges. 30 x 41 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 89.

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Shepard Fairey- OBEY Two Americas- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Two Americas- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 4-Color Serigraph Print on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 4-Color Serigraph on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper. 30 x 40 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 100. Jim Marshall's photograph of a coal mining family in Hazard, Kentucky, taken while he lived with them, says a lot with what it shows, which is a mother and two children huddled together in support of each other, but it says just as much with what it lacks. There is a conspicuous absence of material necessities and a father. I don't know whether the father was working in a coal mine when the photograph was taken or had potentially died young because of the health risks of working under dangerous conditions, but it is clear that the family is struggling and lacking.

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Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Spray Happiness Red HPM Serigraph Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

Spray Happiness- Red Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Serigraph Print With Acrylic Paint Embellishments on Hand Deckled Fine Art Paper by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 75 Artwork Size 30x22.5 3 color screen print and hand-finished paint splatter on hand torn archival art paper 57.2 x 76.2 cm (30 x 22 in) Edition of 75

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Jason Levesque Spit Giclee Print by Jason Levesque

Spit Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Jason Levesque. 2014 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 30x10

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$283.00

Contrast and Culture: Black & White in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Defining Visual Language with Black & White

In the visually saturated world of street pop art and graffiti, the use of black and white stands out for its stark simplicity and profound impact. These foundational colors form a visual language that is classic and contemporary, shaping the narrative of urban landscapes. Artists have long utilized the striking contrast between black and white to convey complex messages, create dramatic visuals, and draw viewers into a dialogue that transcends the need for color.

Black & White: Aesthetic Choices with Purpose

The aesthetic choice to use black and white in street pop art and graffiti is not merely a stylistic one; it is often laden with purpose. Black and white can symbolize the binary oppositions of life, such as light and dark, day and night, or the dualities within society and the self. In street pop art, this dichotomy can reflect the artist's commentary on social issues, personal identity, or cultural narratives. The absence of color forces the viewer to focus on the subject, the form, and the subtleties of shade and tone that might otherwise be overlooked.

Technique and Texture in Monochromatic Art

Technically, working with black and white requires mastery over shade, tone, and texture. Artists manipulate these elements to create depth and dimension without relying on the crutch of color. The interplay of light and shadow becomes critical, with the gradations between pure black and pure white providing a spectrum of grays that add complexity to the pieces. Texturally, black and white can range from the smooth, clean lines of precise stenciling to the rough, expressive strokes of freehand spray painting.

Cultural Symbolism in Black & White Artwork

Culturally, black and white artwork carries a timeless symbolism. In the context of street pop art and graffiti, it can represent the raw, unfiltered expression stripped of the distractions of color. This monochromatic scheme is often associated with the past, invoking a sense of nostalgia while simultaneously being seen as modern and forward-thinking. The simplicity of black and white allows for universality in the artwork, enabling it to cross cultural and socioeconomic boundaries.

Composition and Clarity in Urban Canvases

Compositionally, black and white provide clarity and focus in an urban canvas cluttered with competing stimuli. Artists use these colors to direct attention, emphasize details, and balance the visual weight within their artwork. The starkness of black against white creates a visual punch that can make even the most subtle designs stand out. In large-scale murals, this contrast can create a visual anchor, drawing the community's attention and often becoming a landmark within the neighborhood.

Black & White in the Evolution of Street Art

As street art evolves, the role of black and white remains central. These colors have been used historically in photography and film to convey a stripped-down reality, and street artists have adopted this tradition to cut through the city's noise. Black and white also have a practical advantage; they are often more resistant to fading and weathering, ensuring the longevity of the artwork. This durability makes black and white a suitable choice for artists who want their work to endure in the public space. In the vibrant realms of street pop art and graffiti, black and white are more than mere colors—they are tools for visual storytelling, emotional impact, and symbols for cultural commentary. The use of black and white challenges artists to explore the essentials of form, composition, and contrast, creating artwork that has the power to engage, provoke, and inspire across generations and geographies. In the monochromatic shades of black and white, the urban canvas finds its voice, and the streets become a gallery of human experience, etched in the most fundamental palettes.

10 artworks

Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Stairway to London Silkscreen Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

Shepard Fairey- OBEY Workers Rights Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey OBEY

Shepard Fairey- OBEY Voting Rights- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Self Discovery Archival Paper Silkscreen Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Spray Happiness Blue HPM Serigraph Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

Shepard Fairey- OBEY Gun Culture- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Shepard Fairey- OBEY Exclamation- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Shepard Fairey- OBEY Two Americas- Large Format Serigraph Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Spray Happiness Red HPM Serigraph Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

Jason Levesque Spit Giclee Print by Jason Levesque