Drip & Melt

2 artworks


  • Going to NY Silkscreen Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

    Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Going to NY Silkscreen Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

    I am going to NY Silkscreen Print by Mr. Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Hand-Pulled 16-Color on Deckled Fine Art Paper Framed Limited Edition Artwork. 2014 Signed & Numbered Custom Framed Limited Edition of 100 Artwork Size 46x25 Silkscreen Print of NYC Yellow Cab with Blurred Urban New York City Background. Custom Antique Brown Bronze Colored Frame Measuring 51x30. Thierry Guetta's Homage to the Energy of New York City Thierry Guetta, known as Mr. Brainwash, has been a defining figure in the melding of street art with pop art sensibilities, creating works that capture the essence of contemporary urban life. His limited edition silkscreen print "Going to NY" from 2014 is a vivid example of this synthesis. It captures the iconic image of a New York City yellow cab, a symbol deeply ingrained in the city's cultural identity. It is decorated with the visually arresting techniques of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork. Guetta's technique in "Going to NY" showcases his adeptness with the silkscreen process, utilizing a remarkable 16-color palette on fine art paper. The image of the cab is framed by the blurred lines of the city's frenetic movement, conveying a sense of speed and vitality that is the lifeblood of urban New York. The cab is not just a vehicle but a canvas, covered with vibrant graffiti that tells many untold stories about the city that never sleeps. Limited Edition's Collectability and Symbolism  In this piece, Guetta depicts a ubiquitous element of New York's transportation and encapsulates the city's spirit. The graffiti adoring the cab speaks to the art form's integral role in New York's cultural tapestry. This artwork is more than a static image; it is a snapshot of movement, a representation of the city's constant flux and its unending capacity for reinvention and expression. "Going to NY" is a piece that stands out in its rarity and craftsmanship. This work is a collector's item, part of a limited edition of 100, each signed and numbered by Guetta himself. The custom antique brown bronze-colored frame, measuring 51x30 inches, contrasts the artwork's street art aesthetic, signifying its transition from the streets to the collector's private gallery. The Legacy of Mr. Brainwash's Urban Visions Guetta's work, particularly "Going to NY," has contributed significantly to the growing recognition and appreciation of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork within the fine art world. By introducing the visual language of the streets into the galleries, Guetta challenges traditional notions of what constitutes fine art. His work is a dialogue between the highbrow and the every day, celebrating the potential for beauty and meaning in the most unexpected places. "Going to NY" by Mr. Brainwash is more than a piece of art; it is a statement about urban life's vibrancy and its inherent artistry. As Street Pop Art continues to evolve, works like this serve as milestones along the path of artistic innovation. They remind us that art is not confined to the hallowed halls of museums but is all around us, in the streets we walk and the vehicles that pass us by. Guetta's "Going to NY" is a celebration of this dynamic, a testament to the beauty of the city's chaos, and a treasured piece for any art lover drawn to the pulse of the metropolis.

    $10,000.00

  • Freedom Art HPM Acrylic Silkscreen Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

    Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Freedom Art HPM Acrylic Silkscreen Print by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

    Freedom Art HPM Acrylic Silkscreen Print by Mr. Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Screen Print on Hand Deckled Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. 2024 Signed & Numbered Hand Applied Acrylic Paint HPM Embellished Limited Edition of 75 Artwork Size 22x30 Jackson Pollock Drizzle Art Tribute. Embracing the Vibrancy of Street Pop Art and Tribute to Jackson Pollock Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork have taken bold strides in the modern art narrative, mainly through the contributions of artists who challenge conventional aesthetics. Thierry Guetta, known by his moniker Mr. Brainwash, is one such artist who infuses his work with the spirit of street art culture. His "Freedom Art HPM Acrylic Silkscreen Print" is a direct homage to the legendary Jackson Pollock, renowned for his signature drizzle painting technique. This piece is a limited edition work featuring a four-color screen print on hand-deckled fine art paper, imbued with the energy and anarchic spirit synonymous with Pop Street Art. The Distinctive Artistry of Mr. Brainwash Thierry Guetta, operating under the pseudonym Mr. Brainwash, is a street artist of repute whose work is often characterized by its provocative nature and the fusion of pop culture with street art aesthetics. Born in France and now based in the United States, Mr. Brainwash has significantly impacted the Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork scenes. The "Freedom Art HPM" perfectly illustrates his approach to art: taking recognizable elements from popular culture and history and then remixing them with street art's raw, expressive techniques. In this limited series of 75, the "Freedom Art HPM" represents a unique synthesis of Mr. Brainwash's style with the dynamic energy of Jackson Pollock's action painting. Each piece is not just a print but is enhanced with hand-applied acrylic paint, making every print within the edition a one-of-a-kind piece. The substantial size of 22x30 inches allows the vivacity and motion of the drizzle technique to be fully appreciated, lending each work a sense of movement and spontaneity deeply ingrained in the ethos of street art and the legacy of Pollock. A Contemporary Tribute to Jackson Pollock The "Freedom Art HPM" by Mr. Brainwash is a contemporary tribute to Jackson Pollock, an artist who revolutionized the art world with his abstract expressionist techniques. By incorporating Pollock's renowned drizzle style into his screen prints, Mr. Brainwash pays homage to a figure whose work was, in many ways, a precursor to the uninhibited, free-form expressions found in street art. The hand-applied acrylic embellishments bridge the mechanical process of screen printing and the human touch inherent in the act of painting, echoing Pollock's emphasis on the physical act of art-making. In this series, Guetta captures the essence of Pollock's artistry while infusing it with his street art sensibility, creating a dialogue between two art forms that, though separated by decades, share a common thread of rebellion against the traditional. The "Freedom Art HPM" pieces embody the spirit of innovation and the bold departure from norms that both artists champion. Collectors and enthusiasts of both abstract expressionism, Street Pop Art, & Graffiti Artwork find a celebration of the fearless exploration of art and the breaking of boundaries in these prints. The Legacy of Street Art in Modern Expressionism As Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork continues evolving, artists like Mr. Brainwash exemplify the ongoing dialogue between contemporary street art and the broader spectrum of modern art. The "Freedom Art HPM" pieces represent more than just aesthetic beauty; they stand for the ongoing pursuit of freedom in artistic expression, honoring the past while continuously pushing toward the future. Each hand-embellished print is a visual spectacle and a piece of narrative, telling the story of art's relentless drive to defy, redefine, and express. With the "Freedom Art HPM" series, Thierry Guetta has created more than a mere series of prints; he has crafted a lineage that connects the radical expressionism of Jackson Pollock to the vibrant and ever-changing world of street art. This collection, limited in edition but boundless in impact, is a testament to the transformative power of art, celebrating its capacity to challenge, inspire, and reflect the complexity of the human experience through bold colors, form, and movement. Through this work, Mr. Brainwash continues to shape the pulse of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, securing his place in the continuum of artists who refuse to remain silent in their quest for creative emancipation.

    $6,500.00

Drip & Melt

Understanding Drip and Melt in Art

Drip and melt effects have become synonymous with a raw street pop art and graffiti aesthetic. Artists utilize these techniques to convey movement, emotion, and sometimes the passage of time. The visual style is distinctive, characterized by paint that appears in a state of flux—dripping down the canvas or melting away from the main subject.

Historical Context and Evolution

Historically, deliberate drips in artwork can be traced back to the Abstract Expressionism movement, with artists like Jackson Pollock. However, the technique has been recontextualized in contemporary pop art and graffiti. It reflects a sense of impermanence and often acts as a commentary on the fast-paced changes in modern society. This evolution has seen drip-and-melt aesthetics move from the canvas to public spaces and back again, creating a dialogue between the outdoor and indoor art scenes.

Drip and Melt as a Symbol in Street Art

In street art, the dripping effect can symbolize various themes, from urban environments' decay to identity fluidity. Melted imagery often represents the idea that nothing is permanent; everything is subject to change and reinterpretation. This symbolism resonates with the transient nature of street art itself, which can be here today and gone tomorrow due to its often-illegal status and the elements it is exposed to.

Techniques and Mediums

Artists achieve drip and melt effects using a variety of techniques and mediums. Spray paint, with its inherent propensity to run when applied heavily, is a favorite for drips. Some artists use heat guns on materials like wax or plastic for melting effects. Others may simulate the effect using meticulous brushwork or digital manipulation, highlighting street pop artists' and graffiti writers' versatility and innovative spirit.

Contemporary Artists and Drip/Melt Imagery

Many contemporary artists have become known for their use of drip and melt imagery. Their work often goes beyond aesthetics, probing deeper into emotional expression and societal critique. In their hands, these techniques are transformed into a language of color and form that speaks to the viewer's heart, often leaving a lasting impact long after the initial encounter.

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