Pen Ink

7 artworks


  • Tupac Silkscreen Print Pennant Tapestry by Mike Giant

    Mike Giant Tupac Silkscreen Print Pennant Tapestry by Mike Giant

    Tupac Pennant 1-Color Limited Edition 1-Color Silkscreen on Cloth Felt with Fringe Tapestry Artwork by Graffiti Artist Mike Giant Art. MIKE GIANT Tupac Pennant, 2021 1-Color Screen Print on Felt with Fringe 18 x 24 in (45.7 x 60.9 cm) Edition of 50, w/ Signed COA World-famous tattoo artist Mike Giant honed his chops in New Mexico on a steady diet of graffiti, heavy metal, punk rock, BMX biking, skateboarding, and hip hop. His black and white works now walk the world in the form of tattoos, paintings, photography, fine art prints, streetwear and more.

    $283.00

  • Mono Print 23 The Last Batch HPM Silkscreen Print by RYCA- Ryan Callanan

    RYCA- Ryan Callanan Mono Print 23 The Last Batch HPM Silkscreen Print by RYCA- Ryan Callanan

    Mono Print 23- The Last Batch Limited Edition Hand-Embellished HPM 5-Color Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Silver Fine Art Paper by RYCA- Ryan Callanan Pop Art Graffiti Artist. 2020 Signed Original One of a Kind Hand Painted Silkscreen Print of Smiley Face & Marilyn Monroe 5 Layer Silkscreen Print on Silver Paper 45x45cm 18x18" Signed Each Print Is Uniquely Hand Finished Using Oil Based Paint Sticks, Pens, and paint 5 Layer Silkscreen Print on Silver Paper 45x45cm 18x18" Signed Each Print Is Uniquely Hand Finished Using Oil Based Paint Sticks, Pens and Paint Delving into RYCA's Mono Print 23 - The Last Batch Mono Print 23 - The Last Batch by RYCA, Ryan Callanan's pseudonym, is a limited edition piece that encapsulates the essence of street pop art and graffiti artwork, merging iconic imagery with the tactile sensibility of hand embellishments. Created in 2020, this signed original 5-color silkscreen print on 300gsm silver fine art paper represents a convergence of popular culture and fine art, measuring 45x45cm (18x18 inches). Callanan's work stands out for its vibrant aesthetic and the unique hand-finished touch he applies to each print using oil-based paint sticks, pens, and paint. This piece, featuring a hybrid image of a smiley face overlaid with the likeness of Marilyn Monroe, showcases RYCA's ability to blend the immediacy and rawness of street art with the layered complexity of silkscreen printing. The choice of silver paper is particularly striking, providing a metallic sheen that interacts with the overlaying colors, creating a luminous and dynamic effect. This interaction symbolizes how street art often plays with its environment, transforming spaces with color and form. RYCA's Technique and Artistic Vision The process involved in creating Mono Print 23 - The Last Batch is intensive and deeply personal. The five-layer silkscreen process requires precision and patience, with each layer adding depth and detail to the final image. RYCA's hands-on approach in the finishing process ensures that every print in the series is a singular work of art, with individualized embellishments that speak to the artist's momentary inspirations and interventions. The decision to feature iconic imagery, such as the smiley face and Marilyn Monroe, ties back to RYCA's roots in street pop art. This genre often appropriates and recontextualizes well-known visual elements. The smiley face, a symbol of happiness and counterculture, and Marilyn Monroe, an emblem of classic Hollywood glamor, are reimagined through a modern lens, inviting commentary on celebrity, happiness, and their representations in media. The hand-embellished details underscore each piece's uniqueness, bridging the gap between mass-produced imagery and singular artistic expression. Reflections on Street Pop Art Through RYCA's Work In reflecting on street pop art through the lens of RYCA's Mono Print 23 - The Last Batch, one observes a celebration of the visual language that defines this artistic movement. With its roots in the urban graffiti culture, street pop art is known for its engagement with contemporary themes and ability to speak to a broad audience. RYCA's work exemplifies this, presenting familiar symbols in unfamiliar ways, thus igniting a dialogue about the interplay between art and the everyday. RYCA, with his unique approach to silkscreen printing and hand embellishments, contributes to the evolving narrative of street pop art and graffiti artwork. As the art form continues to gain traction and evolve, his work serves as a testament to the limitless possibilities of expression within this space. Mono Print 23 - The Last Batch stands as a beacon of street pop art's potential, demonstrating that even the most familiar symbols can be infused with new life and meaning through the vision and hand of the artist.

    $441.00

  • Skull Silkscreen Print Pennant Tapestry by Mike Giant

    Mike Giant Skull Silkscreen Print Pennant Tapestry by Mike Giant

    Skull Pennant 1-Color Limited Edition 1-Color Silkscreen on Cloth Felt with Fringe Tapestry Artwork by Graffiti Artist Mike Giant Art. MIKE GIANT Skull Pennant, 2021 1-Color Screen Print on Felt with Fringe 18 x 24 in (45.7 x 60.9 cm) Edition of 50, w/ Signed COA World-famous tattoo artist Mike Giant honed his chops in New Mexico on a steady diet of graffiti, heavy metal, punk rock, BMX biking, skateboarding, and hip hop. His black and white works now walk the world in the form of tattoos, paintings, photography, fine art prints, streetwear and more.

    $283.00

  • Alice Bag Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Alice Bag Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Alice Bag 3-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Fine Speckletone Art Paper by Shepard Fairey x Melanie Nissen Rare Street Art OBEY Pop Artwork Artist. 2022 Signed by Shepard Fairey & Melanie Nissen, Numbered 18x24 inches. Screenprint on thick cream Speckletone paper. Numbered edition of 550. "I was very excited to meet and collaborate with Melanie Nissen because, as co-founder of Slash magazine, she photographed some of the most important figures and moments in the early LA punk scene—a scene that dramatically impacted me as a creative person. Nissen’s new book of her punk photos from 1977-1980, Hard+Fast, is beautifully designed and full of amazing images. After some serious deliberation, I decided I’d like to make an illustration of Alice Bag. I first encountered Alice Bag as a teen in Penelope Spheeris’ documentary “The Decline of Western Civilization,” but The Bags did not put out a lot of music, and it was hard to find. However, in reading books about the LA punk scene like “We Got The Neutron Bomb” and “Lexicon Devil,” as well as the Slash magazine book, I realized that Alice was a very important figure in the LA scene who has continued to make great music and is an outspoken champion of LatinX and feminist causes. She’s also a very nice person. I’m glad to celebrate Alice for her contributions to culture then and now. If you are unfamiliar with The Bags, I’d recommend picking up “All Bagged Up… The Collected Works 1977-1980.” – Shepard

    $421.00

  • 1919 Pelican Tombs Pennsylvania 2009 Silkscreen Print by Justin Anville

    Justin Anville 1919 Pelican Tombs Pennsylvania 2009 Silkscreen Print by Justin Anville

    1919- Pelican Tombs- Pennsylvania 2009 Music Limited Edition Gig Poster 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print Artwork on Fine Art Paper by Justin Anville. 2019 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Gig Music Poster Artwork Size 18x24. 919, Pelican Tombs, Music, Event, Theatre of Living Arts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 3rd 2009, Live Nation The Synthesis of Music and Street Pop Art The convergence of music and visual arts often produces memorabilia that transcends the moment of its creation, embedding itself in the cultural fabric of a time and place. Such is the case with the limited edition gig poster for the event featuring "1919" and "Pelican Tombs" held at the Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 3rd, 2009. This striking piece of street pop art and graffiti artwork is a celebration of both the bands and the evocative power of graphic design within the realm of music. This limited edition gig poster is more than just a promotional tool; it is a collectible artwork that reflects the vibrancy and raw energy of the musical acts it represents. Created by the artist Justin Anville, the print is a four-color, hand-pulled silkscreen on fine art paper, a technique that lends the artwork a tactile quality that is both immediate and engaging. The choice of silkscreen printing, a favored method in both street art and pop art for its bold colors and sharp lines, allows the piece to stand out with a visual pop that mirrors the intensity of the live music experience. Visual Elements and Artistic Significance The artwork commands attention with its intricate design and contrasting color palette, which features a dominant red against a backdrop of more subdued tones. At the center, the stylized numerals "1919" are prominently displayed, intertwined with symbolic imagery that suggests a narrative extending beyond the bands' names. This typographic treatment is reminiscent of graffiti art, where letters become an integral part of the visual impact, often carrying meaning in their form as much as in their content. Cultural Imprint of the 2009 Event Poster Limited to a signed and numbered edition, the poster carries with it an aura of exclusivity. Measuring 18x24 inches, it is a sizable piece that was designed to be noticed, to be a talking point, and ultimately, to be remembered. As a piece of memorabilia, it serves as a timestamp, capturing the cultural zeitgeist of the late 2000s Philadelphia music scene, a period marked by a resurgence in indie and alternative genres. The inclusion of the Live Nation brand also signifies the commercial and mainstream acknowledgment of the genres and bands, hinting at their movement from the fringes into the spotlight. The Legacy of Gig Posters in Street Pop Art The significance of gig posters like this one extends beyond the night of the event itself. They are artifacts of cultural history, capturing the essence of musical movements and the artistic styles that accompany them. In the broader context of street pop art and graffiti artwork, gig posters are often the crossroads where music and visual art fans meet, share, and appreciate the interplay between these forms of expression. This particular poster, with its bold aesthetic and connection to a specific time and place, is a perfect illustration of how street art and music can come together to create something enduring. In the ever-evolving dialogue between music and visual arts, the 2009 limited edition gig poster for "1919" and "Pelican Tombs" stands as a testament to the power of this collaboration. It is not just a promotional item; it is a snapshot of a scene, a piece of street pop art, and a collectible that holds within its inks and paper the echoes of a night of music and the spirit of its time.

    $238.00

  • When I Don't Remember You Glow Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

    Tim Doyle When I Don't Remember You Glow Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

    UnReal Estate- When I Don't Remember You- Glow Followed Limited Edition Glow In The Dark 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Tim Doyle Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Adventure Time, TV, Wizard, Ice, Castle, Penguin, Man, Glow in the Dark

    $253.00

  • Hard Holy Ship 6 2016 Silkscreen Print by MFG- Matt Goldman

    MFG- Matt Goldman Hard Holy Ship 6 2016 Silkscreen Print by MFG- Matt Goldman

    Hard: Holy Ship 6- 2016 Music Event Limited Edition Gig Poster 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print Artwork on Archival Bright White Paper by MFG- Matt Goldman Max Goldman for Holy Ship 2016 Music Festival. Since its inception, MFG- Matt Goldman Creative built the identity and artwork for HARD Fest and all its offshoots, including Holy Ship. We've finally unearthed the entire collection of posters we made together before Gary Richards left Livenation and took me with him. A trip down memory lane, it's fun to see the DJ names jockey for position over the years and also revel in how early HARD was in promoting the careers of some of the biggest DJs today. 18 x 24 inches • Spot Color Offset Print • Fluorescent Pink, Fluorescent Purple, Black • Archival Bright White Paper • Limited Edition of 500 • Released 2016 EDM Music Bands: Kaskade , Dillon Francis , Flosstradamus , Odesza , Steve Aoki , Robin Schulz , Tommy Trash , Griz , Rudimental , Gorgon City , Hudson Mohawke , Brodinski , Justin Martin , Destructo , MK , GTA , Bakermat , Jack Beats , Skream , Ryan Hemsworth , Alison Wonderland , Rustie , Lee Foss , Jackmaster , 12th Planet , Mr. Carmack , Slow Magic , Valentino Khan , Hannah Wants , Snails , Patrick Topping , Motez , Djemba Djemba , AC Slater , Lane 8 , Peking Duk , Wax Motif , Golden Features , Riva Starr , Tommy Kruise , Doorly , Jai Wolf , Wiwek , Curses , Awe , Louisahhh!!! , Soysauce , Royal , Bot , Sonns , Genghis Clan , Slumberjack , Brazzabelle , Eyes Everywhere , Billy Kenny , Penthouse Penthouse , Bones

    $35.00

Pen Ink
Pen ink, with its bold fluidity and definitive lines, has etched its presence deeply into the canvas of pop art, street art, and graffiti artwork. As a medium, it offers an unparalleled precision that artists have embraced to convey stark contrasts, fluid movements, and intricate details within their compositions.

Ink's Indelible Mark on Pop Art

Within the pop art movement, pen ink has been instrumental in creating images that pop off the page with clarity and sharpness. Artists like Andy Warhol used pen ink for its definitive qualities, which could easily translate into the silkscreen prints that became his signature. The use of pen ink in pop art allowed for a clean transfer of ideas from sketches to final pieces, ensuring that the bold message of the art remained intact.

Street Art's Fluid Lines and Dynamic Forms

Street art narratives thrive on the dynamic forms that pen ink can produce. Artists often sketch their ideas in ink before they hit the walls, using the medium's fluidity to plan out the expansive murals seen in urban landscapes. The permanence of ink symbolizes the messages street artists wish to convey – messages meant to last, resist, and provoke thought.

The Precision of Pen Ink in Graffiti Art

Graffiti artists have a unique relationship with pen ink, using it to draft designs that will later be scaled up to monumental proportions. The precision that pen ink affords is invaluable in creating the intricate lettering styles synonymous with graffiti. This precision is also evident in the delicate linework in the throw-ups and pieces that adorn cityscapes, showcasing the artist's steady hand and control over the medium.

Pen Ink in Contemporary Artistic Practices

In contemporary street pop art and graffiti, pen ink continues to be a favored medium for both its aesthetic qualities and practical applications. Artists lean on its reliability to create artworks that can withstand the elements displayed in public spaces or maintain their integrity when shown in galleries. The resilience of pen ink is a metaphor for the street and pop artists' commitment to their craft and message. It's a medium that bridges the gap between the initial burst of creative inspiration and the long-lasting impact of the artwork itself. Whether in the notebooks of budding artists or on the walls of international art exhibitions, pen ink is an essential tool in the artist's kit, revered for its ability to bring the vigor and vision of street pop art and graffiti to life.

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