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  • Sons of Anarchy AP Silkscreen Print by Raid71

    Raid71 Sons of Anarchy AP Silkscreen Print by Raid71

    Sons of Anarchy 2-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Raid71 Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. AP Artist Proof "Sons of Anarchy" Artwork by Chris Thornley (Raid71) Movie: Ghost Rider, Tron, Akira, Batman and Terminator

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    $343.00

  • Monsters Inc Giclee Print by Raid71

    Raid71 Monsters Inc Giclee Print by Raid71

    Monsters Inc Pop Modern Movie Artwork Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Pixar Graffiti Modern Artist Raid71. 2022 Official Pixar print Monsters Inc 18 x 24 Giclee Signed Hand-numbered edition

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    $283.00

  • Storyteller Variant AP Silkscreen Print by Raid71

    Raid71 Storyteller Variant AP Silkscreen Print by Raid71

    Storyteller Variant AP Silkscreen Print by Raid71 Artist Proof Hand-Pulled Screen Print on Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. AP Artist Proof 2023 Signed & AP Marked Original Run Limited Edition Artwork Size 18x24 The "Storyteller AP" silkscreen print by Raid71, the moniker of British artist Chris Thornley, is a rich, evocative tribute to the legendary Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki, a towering figure in the world of animation. This work, infused with a deep admiration for Miyazaki, emerges as a unique confluence of pop art, street art, and graffiti art, embodying elements that are quintessential to each of these genres, thereby capturing the essence of their dynamism. The print encapsulates the magical realism and intricate artistry characteristic of Miyazaki's films. By employing silkscreen printing, a popular method in the pop art movement famously used by artists like Andy Warhol, Raid71 is able to imbue the artwork with vivid colours and bold shapes, capturing the exuberant visual style typical of Miyazaki's fantastical worlds. Simultaneously, Raid71's print exhibits an aesthetic that is reminiscent of street art and graffiti. The organic forms and somewhat edgy, wild feel of the design mirrors the raw energy found in street murals or urban spray-can masterpieces. A hint of subversiveness is introduced, much like street art and graffiti often serve as counter-culture expressions or socio-political commentary. The "Storyteller AP" by Raid71 is thus not just an homage to Miyazaki, but also a celebration of these artistic genres. It mirrors the world-building capabilities of pop art, the raw energy of street art, and the disruptive potency of graffiti, all while maintaining a unique identity. This intertwining of styles generates a captivating visual narrative, positioning Raid71 as a modern-day storyteller, translating the magic of Miyazaki's oeuvre into a new medium.

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    $306.00

  • Its a Nightmare Charlie Freddy Krueger Giclee Print by Raid71

    Raid71 Its a Nightmare Charlie Freddy Krueger Giclee Print by Raid71

    It's a Nightmare Charlie- Freddy Krueger Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Raid71. Peanuts Sally & Charlie Brown Halloween Costumed Winnie the Pooh Bear & Flowers. 5" x 5" Giclee Signed, Numbered.

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    $129.00

  • Inside Out Giclee Print by Raid71

    Raid71 Inside Out Giclee Print by Raid71

    Inside Out Pop Modern Movie Artwork Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Pixar Graffiti Modern Artist Raid71. 2022 Official Pixar print Inside Out 18 x 24 Giclee Signed Hand-numbered edition

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    $283.00

  • Storyteller AP Silkscreen Print by Raid71

    Raid71 Storyteller AP Silkscreen Print by Raid71

    Storyteller AP Silkscreen Print by Raid71 Artist Proof Hand-Pulled Screen Print on Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. AP Artist Proof 2023 Signed & AP Marked Original Run Limited Edition Artwork Size 18x24 The "Storyteller AP" silkscreen print by Raid71, the moniker of British artist Chris Thornley, is a rich, evocative tribute to the legendary Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki, a towering figure in the world of animation. This work, infused with a deep admiration for Miyazaki, emerges as a unique confluence of pop art, street art, and graffiti art, embodying elements that are quintessential to each of these genres, thereby capturing the essence of their dynamism. The print encapsulates the magical realism and intricate artistry characteristic of Miyazaki's films. By employing silkscreen printing, a popular method in the pop art movement famously used by artists like Andy Warhol, Raid71 is able to imbue the artwork with vivid colours and bold shapes, capturing the exuberant visual style typical of Miyazaki's fantastical worlds. Simultaneously, Raid71's print exhibits an aesthetic that is reminiscent of street art and graffiti. The organic forms and somewhat edgy, wild feel of the design mirrors the raw energy found in street murals or urban spray-can masterpieces. A hint of subversiveness is introduced, much like street art and graffiti often serve as counter-culture expressions or socio-political commentary. The "Storyteller AP" by Raid71 is thus not just an homage to Miyazaki, but also a celebration of these artistic genres. It mirrors the world-building capabilities of pop art, the raw energy of street art, and the disruptive potency of graffiti, all while maintaining a unique identity. This intertwining of styles generates a captivating visual narrative, positioning Raid71 as a modern-day storyteller, translating the magic of Miyazaki's oeuvre into a new medium.

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    $220.00

  • Boundin AP Giclee Print by Raid71

    Raid71 Boundin AP Giclee Print by Raid71

    Boundin AP Pop Modern Movie Artwork Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Pixar Graffiti Modern Artist Raid71. AP Artist Proof 2022 Official Pixar print Boundin 5x6 Short Print Giclee Signed Hand-numbered edition of 30

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    $136.00

Monsters Creatures & Beasts Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

Monstrous Reflections in Pop Art

In pop art, the monstrous takes on a guise that often challenges the status quo, pushing against the boundaries of traditional aesthetics. These depictions serve not only as a reflection of the cultural zeitgeist but also as a mirror of the human condition. Artists like Andy Warhol and Keith Haring have utilized the motif of monsters to represent the more grotesque aspects of celebrity culture and the mass media landscape, creating both unsettling and familiar works. The exaggeration and distortion inherent in their monstrous figures magnify the absurdity of societal obsessions and the dark underbelly of fame and consumerism. Monsters, creatures, and beasts have been a recurring theme in the dynamic spheres of pop art, street pop art, and graffiti artwork, capturing the imagination and attention of a diverse audience. This thematic exploration offers a rich tapestry of symbolism and cultural commentary, reflecting societal fears, aspirations, and the collective unconscious. Artists leverage the monstrous and mythical to craft visuals ranging from the whimsically absurd to the deeply reflective, often imbued with a sense of irony or social critique characteristic of pop art's dialogue with mainstream culture.

Urban Mythologies in Street Pop Art

Street pop art, the rebellious offspring of pop art and graffiti, takes this monstrous theme to the public canvas of city walls and back alleys. Here, artists like Banksy and Shepard Fairey have crafted images that blend the mythical and the urban, creating modern mythologies that resonate with a city's inhabitants. Their works often serve as social and political allegories, with creatures standing in for the marginalized or the oppressive forces of society. Public spaces for these artworks democratizes the viewing experience, allowing these monstrous tales to be part of the everyday urban landscape, accessible to all who traverse the city.

Graffiti Artwork's Beastly Narratives

Graffiti artwork, with its roots deep in subversive and countercultural movements, has always embraced the monstrous in various forms. The creatures and beasts that sprawl across buildings and trains often convey the raw emotions and experiences of the graffiti artists themselves. This form of expression, illicit and usually performed under the cover of darkness, is akin to the nocturnal nature of mademocratizebeasts, creating a parallel between the artists and their creations. These creatures can be protective totems for the communities they watch over or symbols of resistance against societal constraints.

Technological Horizons and Digital Monsters

As the digital age advances, pop art, street pop art, and graffiti artwork have embraced new technologies to reimagine the concept of monsters. Digital tools have enabled artists to create more complex and interactive creatures that engage with viewers in real-time, often with the ability to change and evolve. This intersection of technology and art has given rise to virtual monsters that inhabit digital landscapes, commenting on the increasingly blurred lines between the real and the virtual and reflecting modern fears of digital surveillance, privacy erosion, and the loss of humanity in an increasingly automated world.

Cultural Synthesis and Global Monsters

The globalization of pop art and graffiti has led to a cross-pollination of monstrous themes, with creatures from different cultures and mythologies coming together on the same wall or canvas. This fusion creates a universal language of monsters, where a Japanese kappa can coexist with a Latin American chupacabra, each bringing their own stories and cultural significance to the artwork. This synthesis celebrates diversity and highlights the commonalities of human storytelling and the shared archetypes that transcend geographical and cultural boundaries. In summary, monsters, creatures, and beasts are more than mere subjects in the diverse genres of pop art, street pop art, and graffiti artwork. They are potent symbols, carriers of meaning, and vehicles for the artists to engage with viewers on multiple levels. Whether as a critique of consumer culture, a reflection of societal issues, or a celebration of myth and legend, these themes continue to evolve, ensuring that the monstrous will remain a central figure in the visual dialogue of street pop art and graffiti artwork.

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