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  • Feeling Down Charlie Brown Archival Print by Ben Frost

    Ben Frost Feeling Down Charlie Brown Archival Print by Ben Frost

    Feeling Down Charlie Brown Archival Print by Ben Frost Limited Edition on 310gsm Cotton Photographique Fine Art Paper Pop Graffiti Street Art Artist Modern Artwork. 2023 Signed & Numbered Print Limited Edition of 25 Artwork Size 11.7x11.7 Archival Pigment Fine Art by Ben Frost Drawing from a rich pop art tradition, artist Ben Frost pays homage to artists like Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol by employing mass-produced images from advertising and media. However, what sets him apart is the gritty and raw energy in his work, often inspired by the rebellious and ephemeral nature of street art and graffiti. With a palette that’s as vibrant as it is challenging, his art creates a dialogue between the polished facade of consumer products and the grim realities they often mask. Through his jarring compositions, Frost raises questions about the nature of modern society, the pervasiveness of advertising, and the commodification of culture and identity. His bold, confrontational style makes him an important figure in the contemporary art world, and his works are revered by collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide.

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  • Goof Ball Archival Print by Ben Frost

    Ben Frost Goof Ball Archival Print by Ben Frost

    Goof Ball Archival Print by Ben Frost Limited Edition on 310gsm Cotton Photographique Fine Art Paper Pop Graffiti Street Art Artist Modern Artwork. 2023 Signed & Numbered Print Limited Edition of 25 Artwork Size 11.7x11.7 Archival Pigment Fine Art by Ben Frost Ben Frost is an Australian artist whose oeuvre is a scintillating fusion of pop art, street art, and graffiti art. Renowned for his visually striking and thought-provoking pieces, Frost’s work often incorporates iconic imagery from mainstream media and consumer culture. His subversive art is characterized by the juxtaposition of these symbols with themes of excess, addiction, and the superficiality and wastefulness of consumer culture. Infused with a critical edge and often laced with dark humor, his paintings, prints, and installations defy conventional aesthetics and present a chaotic and relentless assault on the senses. Goof Ball Archival Print by Ben Frost is an exemplary representation of the mélange between pop art and street art that has been taking the art world by storm. Ben Frost, an Australian artist renowned for his juxtaposition of commercial imagery and his own iconic style, often draws inspiration from the relentless bombardment of visual stimuli that constitutes the modern world. He has a predilection for utilizing vibrant colors and satirical commentary, which can be seen in the Goof Ball Archival Print. This piece specifically combines the aesthetic sensibilities of pop art, a movement characterized by its fascination with popular culture and consumer goods, with the edgy, raw, and often subversive nature of street art. Frost's Goof Ball Archival Print is captivating in its visual immediacy and use of iconic characters and logos. The inclusion of popular cultural symbols makes it relatable, while its brazen critique of consumer culture, inherent in the juxtapositions, lends it a certain depth. With the audacious strokes reminiscent of graffiti art, the work strikes a balance between the refined and the rebellious. It is a high-quality archival print, which ensures the longevity and preservation of the vivid colors that are a hallmark of Frost’s work. As a seminal piece in the contemporary fusion between pop, street, and graffiti art, Goof Ball Archival Print is an invitation to not just glance, but to analyze and introspect on the commentary it makes about our culture. This artistic gem, thus, warrants appreciation from both art aficionados and casual observers alike.

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    $573.00

TV Television Graffiti Street Pop Art

Television's Imprint on Street Pop Art & Graffiti

Since its inception, television has been a dominant cultural force, its screen a mirror reflecting, shaping, and sometimes distorting the society that tunes into its daily broadcasts. In the realm of street pop art and graffiti artwork, TV has carved its niche not merely as a medium for entertainment but as a rich source of inspiration and a canvas for commentary. Artists have co-opted the imagery and iconography of television, using it to critique our media-saturated environment. The TV set itself, with its classic box shape and antenna, has become a symbolic feature in many street artworks, symbolizing the pervasive influence of mass media on public consciousness.

Cultural Commentary Through Urban Mediums

The portrayal of television in street art often carries with it a duality; on the one hand, it represents the collective memories and shared experiences of generations raised in front of its glow. On the other hand, it is depicted as a tool of propaganda, a peddler of consumerism, and a shaper of reality that can lead to a passive, controlled society. Street artists utilize the television motif to discuss issues such as the loss of individuality, the manipulation of news, and the passivity of modern-day viewership. The medium of street art, known for its provocative and rebellious undertones, becomes an ironic choice for depicting television, as it traditionally serves as a counter-narrative to mainstream channels.

The Evolution of Television in Street Art

As television technology has evolved from the bulky cathode-ray tubes to the sleek flat screens of today, so has its representation in street pop art. The older television sets evoke nostalgia, a longing for simpler times. At the same time, modern screens can be seen as symbols of rapid technological changes and the continuous consumption of digital content. Graffiti artists and muralists alike have painted televisions with reverence and criticism, underscoring the device's role as a central fixture in daily life and as a mediator of the information flowing into the public sphere. The fusion of television themes with street art aesthetics also speaks to the power of visual communication. Just as television has been used to convey messages to a broad audience, street art captures the gaze of passersby, offering an unfiltered, often unsanctioned expression that might otherwise be censored on mainstream media. This makes the street wall a public television that broadcasts the community's diverse voices and talents. Street pop art and graffiti artwork that incorporate television challenge viewers to reconsider their relationship with the media they consume. By bringing the indoors out and plastering private consumption onto public walls, artists remind us of the communal roots of storytelling and the shared experiences that television can facilitate. Yet, they also ask us to be critical of the content that shapes our perceptions and to seek out our narratives in a world where reality and fiction are often intertwined on the small screen. Through this lens, television-themed street art connects to a common cultural thread and a disruption, encouraging individual thought and engagement in the urban landscape.

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