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Ron English Police Grin Gay Empire Figure Art Toy by Ron English

Police Grin HipHop Trooper Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Ron English x Suckadelic. 2022 Signed & Numbered Hand cast and painted 3.75" scale carded resin figure. Numbered out of 100.

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$246.00
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Frank Kozik Watermelon Pimp Blue Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Watermelon Pimp- Blue Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. The Bird is the Word Pop Art Toy.

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Frank Kozik Che No Vive Red Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Che No Vive- Red Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. 2021 Carded Art Toy Figure Sculptured by George Gaspar Dead Che.

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$234.00$150.00
Lyric One Hello My Name Is Montana Cans Slap-Up by Lyric One

Hello My Name Is Montana Cans Original Permanent Marker Slap-Up Label Drawing Art on Montana Spray Paint Label by Graffiti Artist Lyric One Modern Street Artwork. 2020 Signed Original Slap Up Graffiti Art Tag 5x3.75 Marker Tagged on Montana Spray Paint Company Hello My Name Is Label. Crease Along Right Facing Side.

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$28.00
Ron English Police Grin HipHop Trooper Figure Art Toy by Ron English

Police Grin HipHop Trooper Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Ron English. Hand cast and painted 3.75" scale carded resin figure. Signed and numbered by Ron English on the back. Signed by the HipHop trooper on the front. Numbered out of 100.

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$221.00
Ron English MC Action MC Supersized Figure Art Toy by Ron English

MC Action MC Supersized Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Ron English. Hand cast and painted 3.75" scale carded resin figure. Signed and numbered edition of 100.

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$221.00
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Frank Kozik Che No Vive Orange Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Che No Vive- Orange Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. 2021 Carded Art Toy Figure Sculptured by George Gaspar Dead Che.

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Frank Kozik Che No Vive Blue Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Che No Vive- Blue Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. 2021 Carded Art Toy Figure Sculptured by George Gaspar Dead Che.

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Frank Kozik Che No Vive Pink Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Che No Vive- Pink Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. 2021 Carded Art Toy Figure Sculptured by George Gaspar Dead Che.

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Frank Kozik Che No Vive Green Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Che No Vive- Green Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. 2021 Carded Art Toy Figure Sculptured by George Gaspar Dead Che.

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Frank Kozik Che No Vive Yellow Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Che No Vive- Yellow Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. 2021 Carded Art Toy Figure Sculptured by George Gaspar Dead Che.

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Frank Kozik Watermelon Pimp Orange Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Watermelon Pimp- Orange Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. The Bird is the Word Pop Art Toy.

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Frank Kozik Watermelon Pimp Green Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Watermelon Pimp- Green Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. The Bird is the Word Pop Art Toy.

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Frank Kozik Watermelon Pimp Yellow Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Watermelon Pimp- Yellow Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Frank Kozik. Hand cast 3.75" scale carded resin figure, signed and numbered editions of 20. The Bird is the Word Pop Art Toy.

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Ron English Dark Star Grin Bronze Figure Art Toy by Ron English

Dark Star Grin Bronze Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Ron English. Hand cast and painted 3.75" scale carded resin figure. Signed and numbered edition of 50.

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$242.00

Depth and Dimension: The Role of Black in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Black as a Powerful Medium in Urban Art

Black, a color that can be both the absence of light and the amalgamation of all pigments in the art world, holds a fundamental place in the street pop art and graffiti genres. Its multifaceted and profound use provides depth, contrast, and definition. In the hands of artists, black is not merely a color; it's an essential component of visual storytelling that can convey various themes and emotions, from the stark and severe to the rich and sophisticated.

Techniques Embracing the Intensity of Black

The techniques used to apply black in urban artwork are as diverse as the artists themselves. It can be found in the sharp lines of stencils that cut through the noise of colorful backdrops or in the swirling shadows that give murals a sense of life and movement. Black often outlines figures and shapes, making them pop from their surroundings and granting them an arresting visual clarity. In addition, the texture of black paint or ink can range from a matte finish that absorbs light, creating a void-like effect, to a glossy sheen that suggests a sleek, modern aesthetic. Culturally, black carries significant weight. It can symbolize rebellion or conformity, chaos or order, nothingness, or the complex integration of all that is colorful. In street pop art and graffiti, black is commonly associated with the underground, the edgy, and the avant-garde. It is the color of the night, the urban, and the unknown. Black's ability to make other colors stand out while still commanding its presence makes it a powerful tool for artists seeking to challenge norms and make bold statements.

Compositional Balance and Boldness with Black

In composition, black's role is unparalleled. It offers an anchor within the artwork, a point of return for the eye amidst the visual excitement of brighter hues. Using black can balance a piece, adding a sense of stability and grounding. However, it also has the power to dominate, to turn a multicolored mural into a monochromatic statement, or to bring a sense of solemnity and gravity to street pop art and graffiti pieces. The future of black in street pop art and graffiti artwork looks as solid as the color itself. As urban art continues to evolve, the applications and symbolism of black are likely to deepen and diversify. New materials and methods will expand the range of textures and finishes available to artists, from the blackest blacks that absorb nearly all light to reflective surfaces that play with the urban environment's illumination. In street pop art and graffiti, black is a foundational element, a color as essential as the spaces it adorns. It is a color that speaks in whispers and shouts, a color that refuses to be silent, and a color that, paradoxically, brings the vibrant world of urban art to life. Whether used with precision or with wild abandon, black remains a testament to the enduring power and versatility of color in the hands of those who seek to transform the cityscape into a canvas of personal expression and public engagement.

15 artworks

Ron English Police Grin Gay Empire Figure Art Toy by Ron English

Frank Kozik Watermelon Pimp Blue Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik Che No Vive Red Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Lyric One Hello My Name Is Montana Cans Slap-Up by Lyric One

Ron English Police Grin HipHop Trooper Figure Art Toy by Ron English

Ron English MC Action MC Supersized Figure Art Toy by Ron English

Frank Kozik Che No Vive Orange Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik Che No Vive Blue Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik Che No Vive Pink Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik Che No Vive Green Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik Che No Vive Yellow Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik Watermelon Pimp Orange Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik Watermelon Pimp Green Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik Watermelon Pimp Yellow Art Toy by Frank Kozik

Ron English Dark Star Grin Bronze Figure Art Toy by Ron English

Depth and Dimension: The Role of Black in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Black as a Powerful Medium in Urban Art

Techniques Embracing the Intensity of Black

Compositional Balance and Boldness with Black