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Super K Mario Blotter Paper Archival Print by Ben Frost Limited Edition Fine Art Archival Pigment Print Art on Perforated Blotter Paper. 2023 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Archival Pigment Print on Perforated Blotter Paper Size: 7.5 x 7.5 Inches Release: April 19, 2023 Super Mario Special K Video Game Limited blotter editions are hand-perforated by Zane Kesey. "Super K Mario Blotter Paper" is a provocative work of art by Ben Frost, a notable figure for juxtaposing pop art iconography with subversive contexts. This limited edition archival pigment print, released on April 19, 2023, swiftly stands out in pop, street, and graffiti art, stirring dialogue about culture and consumerism. Limited to 100, each piece is meticulously signed and numbered, affirming its uniqueness and collectible status. Frost's creation is a dynamic 7.5 x 7.5 inches print crafted on perforated blotter paper, which traditionally is associated with the distribution of LSD, a usage that the artwork cleverly alludes to without endorsing. The piece showcases the famed video game character Super Mario, depicted in vibrant colors, entwined with the word "KETAMINE" and associated pharmaceutical verbiage. This visual blend delivers a potent statement on the recreational drug culture while playing with the commercialization of beloved childhood figures. The 'Super Mario Special K' title fuses the name of the iconic Nintendo character with a slang term for ketamine, further pushing the boundaries of artistic expression and social commentary. Each blotter is hand-perforated by Zane Kesey, lending an element of handcrafted authenticity to the work and providing a tactile connection to the counterculture Kesey's father, Ken Kesey, was a part of. This process not only exemplifies the artist's attention to detail but also embeds each piece with a sense of personal touch and historical reverence. Ben Frost's art is not for the faint of heart; it confronts the viewer with nostalgia and shock, prompting a re-examination of the icons that populate our collective consciousness. The "Super K Mario Blotter Paper" is a testament to his ability to subvert mainstream symbols and present them back to society with a fresh, if not jarring, perspective. Collectors and admirers of this limited edition work receive more than a piece of art; they acquire a statement, a conversation starter, and a bold critique of the intersections between pop culture, art, and the pharmaceutical industry.

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Gotta Take 'Em All Blotter Paper Archival Print by Ben Frost Limited Edition Fine Art Archival Pigment Print Art on Perforated Blotter Paper. 2023 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Archival Pigment Print on Perforated Blotter Paper Size: 7.5 x 7.5 Inches Release: April 19, 2023 Pikachu Pokemon Limited blotter editions are hand-perforated by Zane Kesey. The "Gotta Take 'Em All Blotter Paper Archival Print" by Ben Frost stands out as a distinct fusion of pop culture and fine art, encapsulated in a medium as unconventional as its visual messaging. Launched on April 19, 2023, this work is a limited edition, with only 100 signed and numbered prints available, offering a sense of exclusivity to collectors and fans of contemporary art. Measuring 7.5 x 7.5 inches, the artwork is meticulously crafted on perforated blotter paper, a nod to the artist's unique canvas choice and the potential historical context of the material's use. Ben Frost is known for his bold commentary on consumerism, blending iconic pop culture characters with themes that provoke thought on modern society's state and psyche. The image of Pikachu, the beloved Pokémon character, juxtaposed with the branding of Prozac, a well-known antidepressant, creates a striking statement on the pharmaceutical industry's role in contemporary life. It's a thought-provoking mix that confronts the viewer with the juxtaposition of innocence and the complex realities of mental health treatment. Adding to the authenticity and intricacy of the piece, each blotter is hand-perforated by Zane Kesey, suggesting meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship. This element of human touch interplays with the mass-produced imagery of pop culture, creating a personalized and tangible connection to the art. As a topic in pop art, street art, or graffiti art, Frost's work maintains a sharp relevance. It taps into the zeitgeist of today's visual culture, stirring a dialogue that is as much about the imagery it appropriates as it is about the medium it inhabits. This piece, much like the rest of Frost's work, offers an arresting visual experience that both celebrates and critiques the pervasive nature of consumerist imagery in our daily lives. For art collectors and enthusiasts, "Gotta Take 'Em All" is not just a piece of art; it's a conversation piece that embodies the crossroads of contemporary culture, mental health, and artistic expression.

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Know Your Product Blotter Paper Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print Art on Perforated Blotter Paper by Ben Frost pop culture LSD artwork. Australian contemporary artist Ben Frost is best known for his bold, irreverent Pop Art. His instantly recognizable take on pop culture twists up everyday iconography from the world’s biggest brands. Subverting meaning and messages from the mainstream media, Frost’s scything commentary on advertising, entertainment, and politics is both confronting and controversial. The essence of Frost’s commentary is established on the basis of subverting the meaning and the messages, promoted by the mainstream media. In other words and, as he has stated in the past: “The less you fill your mind with the trappings of advertising and bad television, the more space you have in your brain for things of value”. At the same time, his take on modern pop culture is equally compelling. Mainstream media, advertisements, and politics can be identified as some of his main fields of interest, which he utilizes and mixes up in a controversial formation. The word controversial is not used incidentally. What Ben Frost’s art is doing is, essentially, the appropriation and weaponization of imagery against the same system that gave birth to it.

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Gotta Take 'Em All Blotter Paper Archival Print by Ben Frost Limited Edition Fine Art Archival Pigment Print Art on Perforated Blotter Paper. 2023 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Archival Pigment Print on Perforated Blotter Paper Size: 7.5 x 7.5 Inches Release: April 19, 2023 Pac-Man Video Game Limited blotter editions are hand-perforated by Zane Kesey. "Gotta Take 'Em All Blotter Paper" merges the iconic imagery of the classic arcade game Pac-Man with the distinctive style of contemporary artist Ben Frost. The work is an archival pigment print on perforated blotter paper, continuing Frost's signature approach of combining pop culture elements with commentary on pharmaceuticals and drugs. This limited edition piece, signed and numbered with a release of only 100 copies, is a fine example of modern pop art and its intersection with street and graffiti art aesthetics. Released on April 19, 2023, each print measures 7.5 by 7.5 inches, symbolizing the retro video game culture and its influence on modern society. The vibrant artwork features the universally recognized yellow character, here presented with a twist, as it appears to interact with the letters "MDMA," positioned prominently in the style of a game's high score display. This is a clear nod to the contrast and conversation that Frost aims to present within the themes of playfulness and the more adult-oriented world of recreational drug use. Each piece's blotter paper is hand-perforated by Zane Kesey, echoing the artisanal quality and tying back to a history of psychedelic art linked to his father, Ken Kesey. Through this collaboration, the art not only showcases Frost's visual acumen but also respects the deeper roots of blotter art within counter-culture. The meticulous craftsmanship underscores the exclusivity of the edition, making it highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of both video game memorabilia and cutting-edge art. The "Gotta Take 'Em All Blotter Paper" acts as a cultural mirror, reflecting issues around the consumption and commercialization of nostalgia. Ben Frost's ability to layer themes—contrasting innocent childhood games with adult substance use—challenges the viewer to question the complexities of these intertwined worlds. In essence, this art piece captures the zeitgeist of a society grappling with the allure of digital entertainment and its contrasting realities.

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Upside-Downloading Blotter Paper Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print Art on Perforated Blotter Paper by Denial pop culture LSD artwork. 2021 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 7.5x7.5 Archival Pigment Print on Perforated Blotter Paper Size: 7.5 x 7.5 Inches Release: April 19, 2021. Limited blotter editions are hand-perforated by Zane Kesey & may vary slightly from the example shown. Denial is a Canadian artist who experiments with aerosol and stencil art, while his main fields of interest are consumerism, politics and the human condition in today’s society. Since the culture of graffiti was gaining more and more popularity in the US and Europe, the taggers had to be increasingly original in order to stand out. The signatures became bigger, more stylized and more colorful.

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