What Drones? Limited Edition Hand-Embellished Spray Paint, Acrylic, Stencil, Mixed Media On Cradled Wood Panel by Denial Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2015 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of HPM Stencil 5 Artwork Size 48x30 Canadian artist Denial and Australian-born Ben Frost have joined forces in a bold exhibition of new work that explores the boundaries of appropriation, in confronting re-imaginings of our current dystopian society. Self-­confessed ‘visual thieves’, both artists have had a long history of stealing and subverting the cultural icons that the advertising and consumerist world has thrust upon us, to create new and pertinent interpretations that are as confronting as they are humorous. Denial and Frost formed an instant friendship since their meeting in Canada in 2011 and have been creating engaging street and gallery work ever since. "Company of Thieves" sees their collaboration push further, with large and small-scale works that reference Pop Art, Graffiti, and the corporate world they rebel against. Denial’s art is strongly political and social since the artist takes specific positions against issues, such as capitalism, consumer culture, and advertisements. More importantly, the artist is aware of his choices and motivations: “I like to think of myself as activist pop art. How I relate with cartoons and graphics is a lot easier than I do with photo-realistic stuff" Another aspect of Denial's work is humor. His work is satirical, which, by definition, means that it uses humor as a confronting mechanism.

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City as Canvas Silkscreen Print by Crash- John Matos x DAZE- Chris Ellis Silkscreen Hand-Pulled Screen on 320gsm Coventry Rag Paper Mural Pop Street Art Artwork. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 199 Artwork Size 48x17 Hand Deckled "City as Canvas" is an intriguing silkscreen print by the collaborative duo of John Matos, aka Crash, and Daze. This 2022 artwork, hand-pulled on 320gsm Coventry Rag Paper, is a testament to the ongoing dialogue between street art and the broader visual culture. The paper's hand-deckled edges contribute to the individuality of each print, ensuring that while part of a limited edition series of 199, no two are exactly alike. The dimensions, with an image size of 11 by 42 inches and a paper size of 17 by 48 inches, make this a commanding piece of art. Both Crash and Daze are renowned for their contributions to graffiti and Street Pop Art, pioneering figures who have helped bridge the gap between illicit street art and established fine art. Their work often encapsulates urban life's vibrancy, chaos, and creativity, using the city itself as their canvas and inspiration. "City as Canvas" is a continuation of this theme, where the complexity and energy of urban environments are distilled into a single, yet expansive, image. The print, produced by the respected Gary Lichtenstein Editions and distributed by WCC Editions, boasts a spectrum of colors and forms that evoke the layers of graffiti on city walls. Each element within the composition tells a part of the urban story, from the omnipresent watchful eyes to the architectural structures that seem to rise from the streets themselves. This collaboration between Crash and Daze is not just merging their distinct styles but also a conversation between their interpretations of city life and street culture. The artists have signed and numbered each print in pencil, providing a personal touch that connects the collector directly to their creative process. This series also includes artist and foundation proofs, adding to the exclusivity and collectible nature of the artwork. The Certificate of Authenticity accompanying each piece further asserts the print's legitimacy and the buyer's ownership of a slice of street art history. This work's mural origins date back to 2013, capturing a moment in time within the ever-evolving landscape of street art. By translating the mural into a silkscreen print, Crash, and Daze have allowed the transient nature of street art to be preserved and appreciated within a new context. The transition from a public mural to a limited edition print underscores the importance of street art within the continuum of art history, highlighting its influence and the increasing recognition of its value. The collaborative print "City as Canvas" by Crash and Daze is emblematic of Street Pop Art, showcasing the transformation of public spaces into sites of artistic expression and commentary. The piece embodies the essence of the streets, where every wall, every corner, and every surface becomes a potential canvas, reflecting the pulse of the city and the artists who draw inspiration from its ceaseless dynamism.

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M=bw² Collage 36x48 Large Format Silkscreen Print by Mr. Brainwash- Thierry Guetta  Hand-Pulled 13-Color on Deckled Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Screenprint Artwork. 2024 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 18 Artwork Size 48x36 Silkscreen Print of Albert Enstine Holding Love is the Answer Sign Standing by a Highly Detailed Graffiti Tagged Wall. Confluence of Genius and Street Art: Thierry Guetta's Masterpiece In the vibrant sphere of street pop art, few pieces resonate with the intellectual depth and visual impact of "M=bw²," a commanding large format silkscreen print by the eminent street artist Thierry Guetta, known professionally as Mr. Brainwash. The 2024 signed and numbered limited edition release stands out with its striking dimensions of 48x36 inches. This print captures the iconic visage of Albert Einstein standing against a meticulously detailed wall, bathed in graffiti, with a sign declaring "Love is the Answer." This artwork is not merely a tribute to the theoretical physicist but a bold statement in the conversation between science and street pop art, merging the realms of theoretical physics with the visceral, color-splashed world of graffiti artwork. Artistic Interpretation of Einstein's Legacy Albert Einstein, a figure synonymous with genius, becomes the focal point in Mr. Brainwash's visual narrative, where the theoretical underpinnings of the universe meet the expressive freedom of street art. Guetta's piece distills the complexity of Einstein's contributions to science and his cultural significance into a single image that is as thought-provoking as it is aesthetically striking. With each of the limited 18 pieces, "M=bw²" presents a unique color palette, expertly hand-pulled across deckled fine art paper, which gives the artwork an organic edge and tactile presence that echoes the textural quality of graffiti on a brick wall. The interplay of Einstein's contemplative pose with the vibrant chaos of the background graffiti invites the viewer to reflect on the relationship between order and entropy, theory and practice, restraint and expression. This silkscreen print embodies a cross-disciplinary dialogue, encouraging interpretations that cross the borders of art, science, and philosophy. Guetta's Visual Ode to Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork Mr. Brainwash's choice to depict Einstein in the context of graffiti is revelatory of the artist's appreciation for the inherent wisdom and revolutionary potential within both science and street art. The "M=bw²" collage becomes a symbolic gesture, aligning the transformative power of love, as alluded to in Einstein's sign, with the transformative power of street art. By superimposing such a profound message onto a wall that bears the marks of numerous anonymous street artists, Guetta pays homage to the communal and often revolutionary spirit of graffiti. The artwork thus becomes an anchor point in the larger narrative of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, asserting the value of love as a fundamental, universal answer, much like the answers Einstein sought in his equations. In each layer of paint and every deliberate silkscreened line, "M=bw²" reflects the multifaceted nature of human knowledge and creativity. Guetta's work is a testament to the ongoing influence of iconic historical figures and the power of art to reinterpret and repurpose their legacies in ways that resonate with contemporary culture and social discourse. As a medium, street art has often been a visual language for the marginalized and the voiceless, and in "M=bw²," it articulates a message that combines the intellectual and the emotional, the historical and the immediate. Through "M=bw²," Thierry Guetta continues to shape the pulse of street art, ensuring its role not just as a mode of artistic expression but as a medium for profound social and intellectual commentary. The work serves as a reminder that the essence of significant figures like Einstein can find new life and new relevance in the hands of visionary artists and that the questions of our existence remain as pertinent in the alleys adorned with graffiti as they do in the annals of science. In Guetta's print, the message that "Love is the Answer" stands as a universal truth that traverses the domains of art, science, and human experience.

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Detroit Entities Alpha Original Painting Acrylic and Spray Paint on Plexiglass by Askew One Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2013 Signed Original Painting Artwork Size 48x48 Custom Framed "Detroit started this whole train of thought during my first visit in 2009. I think the metaphor of Entropy is throughout the world but extends to Detroit as well. The Entropy in Detroit's case was human expanse and industry. This work is optimistic though, like Detroit. It's about new beginnings." – ASKEW ONE

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