Virus

6 artworks


  • Health Hazards Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Green 1 Health Hazards Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Blue 1

    Saber Health Hazards Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber

    Health Hazards Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Original Permanent Marker Art Drawing on Mailing Glossy Warning Sticker by Graffiti Artist Modern Street Artwork. 2020 Signed Original Slap Up Graffiti Art Tag 4x4 Marker Tagged on Health Flammability Special Instability Hazard  Warning Label Uline S-724 Sticker.  Slap Up In Perfect Condition. Artistic Alchemy on Hazardous Grounds The transformation of ordinary objects into visual spectacles is a hallmark of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork. In this vein, the "Health Hazards Slap-Up Label Sticker" by Saber, real name Ryan Weston Shook, from the United States, stands out as a captivating fusion of warning label iconography and graffiti artistry. Created in 2020, these pieces symbolize how graffiti artists repurpose everyday items, such as health flammability and particular instability hazard warning label stickers, to make bold statements through art. Saber's original permanent marker art drawings on these glossy arrow stickers testify to the genre's ingenuity and ability to imbue commonplace materials with new life and meaning. Symbolism and Significance in Saber's Work Saber's art on hazard warning stickers is particularly poignant. The stickers' inherent message of caution and danger is juxtaposed with Saber's tags' freeform and expressive nature. This contrast is not merely aesthetic but symbolic, alluding perhaps to the inherent risks and hazards of graffiti creation. In the urban jungle, the graffiti artist is both a creator and a transgressor, and Saber's work captures this duality perfectly. The use of bright, contrasting colors over the hazard symbols does not obscure the warning but instead invites the viewer to reflect on the layers of meaning within the piece. Reflections of 2020 in Street Pop Art 2020 was not just another year in the annals of history but a turning point for societies worldwide. The original slap-up graffiti art tags on these health and hazard stickers by Saber reflect a year marked by global upheaval and a reevaluation of what is considered safe and dangerous. In his 4x4 marker-tagged creations, Saber captures the spirit of an era where the world grappled with health crises and societal instability. By signing each piece, Saber not only claims authorship but also anchors the artwork in time and place, offering a permanent marker — literally and figuratively — of a moment in time through the lens of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork.

    $15.00

  • Sale -36% HazMad Spraycan Mutant Art Toy by Jeremy MadL

    Jeremy MadL HazMad Spraycan Mutant Art Toy by Jeremy MadL

    HazMad Spray Can Mutant Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti Jeremy MadL x Martian Toys. Vinyl Figure Colorway Designed by Jeremy Madl 8” Tall 6 points of articulation 2 sets of shoes, Eraser and Vans Really RATTLES!! Ed. Of 250 It’s not safe in the streets! Not only are you hiding from the 5-0, battling for wall space against the rival crews, but now it’s just being outside! Danger from every angle has got this MadCan suited up so it can still get out and up while staying protected. This Rattlin’ 8” Vinyl Mad Mutant Spraycan is here to tower over your vinyl, dominate your walls and remind you to wash your hands. Designed by legendary Jeremy Madl and made by those alien misfit toymakers, Martian Toys, get ready for a gang of grungy tough mentally disturbed Mutant Spray Cans to rattle your cage.

    $242.00$155.00

  • Inhalation Hazard Skull Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Red 1 Inhalation Hazard Skull Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Red 1

    Saber Inhalation Hazard Skull Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber

    Inhalation Hazard Skull Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Original Permanent Marker Art Drawing on Mailing Glossy Skull Sticker by Graffiti Artist Modern Street Artwork. 2020 Signed Original Slap Up Graffiti Art Tag 4x4 Marker Tagged on Inhalation Hazard Skull and Cross Bones Jolly Roger Warning Label Uline S-5563 Sticker. Slap Up In Perfect Condition. Subversive Aesthetics in Street Pop Art Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork are distinguished by their raw, pulsating energy and penchant for transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. The "Inhalation Hazard Skull Slap-Up Label Sticker" vividly embodies this transformative power. American artist Saber, born Ryan Weston Shook, has redefined the boundaries of art by bringing his original permanent marker drawings to the glossy skull stickers typically found in shipping and packaging. Each 4x4 piece is not just a slap-up graffiti art tag; it is a signed original that stands as a testament to the creativity and rebellious spirit of the street art movement. The series, marked by the jolly Roger skull and crossbones of the Uline S-5563 sticker, represents a provocative fusion of danger and artistry. Saber's Visual Commentary on Risk and Art Historically associated with piracy and poison, the skull and crossbones symbol takes on new life under Saber's hand. His work on these inhalation hazard labels is a bold commentary on the risks inherent in the act of creation itself, especially within the often illicit world of graffiti. Combined with the bold, chaotic lines of Saber's tag, this imagery creates a striking juxtaposition – a dialogue between the formal symbolism of danger and street art's personal, anarchic language. The pieces, created in the tumultuous year of 2020, resonate with the global atmosphere of anxiety and the need for an outlet, a voice amidst the chaos.  Street Pop Art as Cultural Narrative In the context of modern street artwork, Saber's "Inhalation Hazard Skull Slap-Up Label Sticker" is more than an artistic act; it is a cultural narrative. These stickers, once indicators of physical danger, now signal the presence of a different kind of hazard – the stifling of expression and the toxic environments that threaten creativity. Through his artwork, Saber challenges observers to reconsider the implications of the symbols that populate our world and recognize graffiti's power as a form of social and political discourse. Each sticker is a bold declaration of presence, a signature that marks the world with a message of resilience and resistance. In the face of adversity, Saber's art stands as a beacon of the enduring power of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork, testifying to the indomitable urge to leave one's mark on the world.

    $15.00

  • Biohazard Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Blue 1 Biohazard Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Blue 2

    Saber Biohazard Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber

    This Biohazard Neon Orange Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Original Acrylic Paint Art Drawing on Biohazard Label Sticker by Graffiti Artist Modern Street Artwork. 2020 Signed Original Slap Up Graffiti Art Tag 6x6 Acrylic Paint Tagged on Medical Biohazard Label Sticker. Neon High Visibility Orange Biohazard Symbol Uline label #S-20794. Exploring the Fusion of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork In the dynamic sphere of contemporary visual culture, street pop art and graffiti artwork stand out as potent forms of expression that encapsulate urban life's rhythm and raw sentiments. Among the luminaries of this genre is the renowned graffiti artist Saber, known for his striking contributions to the street art panorama. The piece under scrutiny is a vibrant example of his ingenuity—a 6x6 acrylic or marker piece tagged on a medical biohazard label sticker featuring a neon high visibility orange biohazard symbol from Uline label #S-20794. Distinctive Aesthetic of Saber's Tag Art Saber's original permanent marker art drawing on a mailing glossy arrow sticker presents a striking visual paradox. The neon orange of the biohazard symbol evokes a sense of caution, typically used to warn of dangerous substances. Contrasted with the blue drips of paint that appear haphazardly splashed across the surface, there is intentional defiance and palpable tension between structure and chaos. This work is a signed 2020 original slap-up graffiti art tag that showcases not just the artist's signature style but also his ability to transform ordinary objects into powerful statements. The choice of a biohazard label as a canvas is a commentary on the infectious nature of art and ideas. Saber effectively takes a symbol that denotes hazard and contamination and recontextualizes it within the aesthetic of street pop art. By doing so, he challenges the viewer to reconsider the connotations of biohazards, not just in the physical sense but in the metaphorical contagion of art in public spaces. Impact and Significance in Modern Street Art Saber is an American artist whose real name has been as influential in the graffiti community as the images he creates on walls and in galleries. His use of a mailing label as a medium is a nod to the guerrilla tactics of early street art culture, where quick, impactful statements were essential, and materials were often repurposed or found objects. This sticker art, often called a 'slap-up,' is a form of street art that is quickly applied, or 'slapped up,' onto a surface in a public space. It allows for transient yet assertive communication, echoing urban life's fast-paced and often impermanent nature. The neon orange and blue artwork transcends its simple components, becoming a canvas for a larger discourse on visibility, legality, and the permanence of art. As a form of street pop art, it retains the accessibility and mass appeal of pop culture while embedding itself in the more subversive and counter-cultural roots of graffiti. This duality is where its power lies; it is both a bold declaration and a subliminal whisper, a fixture on the streets that can be as quickly removed as it is noticed. In the context of graffiti artwork, Saber's biohazard label sticker becomes an artifact of the streets, a testament to the artist's ability to command attention and communicate through symbols and color. With its saturated hues and deliberate drips, the piece resonates with the energy of the streets and the people's voices. It is a piece that marks a physical space and stamps a moment in time, encapsulating the essence of street pop art in its ability to capture the pulse of contemporary urban life. The interplay of color, symbol, and medium in this piece illustrates the innovative potential of street pop art. Saber's work disrupts the monotony of urban environments, offering passersby a moment of aesthetic arrest amidst the concrete canvas of the city. In modern street artwork, such interventions are not just decorative but are vital narratives that articulate the identity and the undercurrents of a city's cultural dialogue. Through works like this, Saber and his contemporaries continue to influence the trajectory of street pop art, ensuring its evolution and relevance. They remind us that the streets remain a powerful platform for artistic expression, where the voices of the marginalized and the spirit of rebellion can find their visual lexicon. Saber's neon orange slap-up label sticker is not just a mark made with acrylic or marker; it is a statement, a challenge, and a vibrant echo of the energy that drives the city's heart.

    $45.00

  • Infectious Substance Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Red 1 Infectious Substance Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Blue 1

    Saber Infectious Substance Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber

    Infectious Substance Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber Original Permanent Marker Art Drawing on Mailing Glossy Biohazard Sticker by Graffiti Artist Modern Street Artwork. 2020 Signed Original Slap Up Graffiti Art Tag 4x4 Marker Tagged on Infectious Substance Warning Bio-Hazard Label Uline S-180 Sticker. Slap Up In Perfect Condition. Reframing Perception through Street Pop Art Street pop art and graffiti artwork, characterized by their vibrant immediacy and cultural resonance, have a way of capturing the zeitgeist of the era in which they were born. The "Infectious Substance Warning Bio-Hazard Label Uline S-180 Sticker" series by graffiti artist Saber, whose real name is Ryan Weston Shook, exemplifies this phenomenon. With his 2020 collection of signed original slap-up graffiti art tags, Saber converges the world of hazardous material warnings with the rebellious spirit of street art. Each 4x4 marker-tagged piece carries his unique interpretation, transforming the ominous implications of the bio-hazard symbol into a canvas that speaks to the broader impact of what is genuinely infectious in our societies. Saber's Artistic Intervention on Bio-Hazard Symbols Saber's choice of the bio-hazard label as a substrate for his art is particularly telling. The symbol, designed to alert to dangerous pathogens, is recontextualized in his work to question the infectious nature of ideas, the virulence of art, and the power of expression to permeate and affect the public psyche. The contagious substance label, meant to protect by warning, is overlaid with Saber's tags that neither obscure the message nor dilute its significance. Instead, they add a layer of meaning, an artist's signature that challenges the viewer to question the boundaries between safety, censorship, public health, and public discourse. Modern Street Artwork as Social Commentary In modern street artwork, Saber's creations are a powerful testament to the artist's role as a social commentator. His work on the Uline S-180 stickers is a visual metaphor for 2020, a period marked by global health crises and a heightened awareness of biological hazards. By tagging these stickers, Saber connects the dots between the literal infectious agents the labels warn against and the metaphorical contagion of fear, misinformation, and societal unrest that characterized the year. The permanence of the marker on the glossy sticker mirrors the lasting impact of the year's events on the collective consciousness, ensuring that while the hazards may be contained, the dialogue they incite is not. In every line and color choice, Saber's art on the bio-hazard stickers demands engagement and reflects the unyielding nature of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork. As a documented figure in the graffiti community, Saber's American roots and contributions continue to shape the conversation around the power of street art to reframe our perception of the symbols that dominate our public spaces. Each tag is a deliberate reclamation, a declaration that even the most exemplary of symbols can become a medium for enduring artistic expression.

    $15.00

  • Coronavirus Quarantine Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber

    Saber Coronavirus Quarantine Slap-Up Label Sticker Original Tag Art by Saber

    Coronavirus Quarantine Multi Tagged Original Slap-Up Label Marker Painting/Drawing Art on Warning Label by Tru Graffiti Legend Saber Urban Street Artist. 2020 Signed Marker Original Coronavirus Quarantine Yellow Biohazard Slap Up Graffiti Art Tag 7x5 Multi Tagged on High Visibility Virus Covid-19 Warning Label Red, Purple & Silver Marker. Confronting a Global Crisis through Street Pop Art The 'Coronavirus Quarantine' multi-tagged original slap-up label marker painting/drawing by the urban street artist Saber captures the zeitgeist of an era dominated by the pandemic. This 2020 signed marker original is more than a piece of graffiti artwork; it is a historical document that encapsulates a moment when the world grappled with the unprecedented challenge of COVID-19. Saber, known for his influential role in the graffiti art scene, takes a high-visibility yellow biohazard slap-up label, a symbol now ubiquitously associated with the virus, and transforms it into a canvas. The dimensions of the work, 7x5 inches, might seem modest, but the impact of the art could be better. Through his use of vibrant and chaotic tags that overlay the stark warning of 'Coronavirus Quarantine,' Saber disrupts the alarming message of the label, inviting contemplation on the nature of the pandemic that extends beyond fear and caution. The piece is a profound commentary on global affairs during the COVID-19 crisis. The graffiti artist's tags subverted the choice to use a warning label, a helpful object designed to communicate danger and command obedience. The tags, often considered an act of defiance in public spaces, here challenge the narrative of the pandemic by bringing an individualistic and human touch to the impersonal and clinical warning label. Impact of Saber's Art in the Context of Street Pop Art In the context of street pop art, Saber's 'Coronavirus Quarantine' piece stands out as a poignant reflection of the times. Street art has always had the unique ability to engage with its audience directly and urgently. In this instance, the art serves as a visual expression of the collective angst, confusion, and resilience experienced during the quarantine periods. Saber's artwork, juxtaposing the form of formal, almost anarchic graffiti tags, speaks to the unchecked nature of the public's response to the pandemic—order and disorder, compliance and rebellion. 2020 will be remembered for its seismic shifts in global health, economies, and societies. In this climate, street pop art and graffiti artwork like Saber's serve as markers of resistance and reminders of human endurance. The biohazard slap-up label, once a mere functional sign, is recontextualized as a piece of art that provokes, questions, and endures, much like the human spirit during the trials of the pandemic. Saber, the American artist behind this impactful work, has once again demonstrated why he is regarded as a legend in the graffiti world. His ability to take the pulse of society and translate it into art that is both provocative and reflective ensures that his work remains relevant and resonant, not just within the street art community but also among those who encounter his art in the very public spaces that the coronavirus pandemic has so markedly changed.

    $65.00

Virus Covid 19 Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

Viral Imagery in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork

When the topic of viruses infiltrates the realm of street pop art and graffiti artwork, it often carries a weight that transcends biological implications, embedding itself into society's cultural and social fabric. Street artists have, for decades, utilized the symbol of the virus to represent ideas of contagion beyond the literal, spreading messages as swiftly and potently as any pathogen. In the hands of a street artist, the image of a virus becomes a metaphor for spreading ideas, a tool for social commentary, or a critique of how information, trends, and even fear can increase in a society. This is especially palpable in urban environments where the high visibility of street art ensures the rapid dissemination of its intended message, akin to the infectious spread of a biological virus. As a subject in street pop art, the virus often takes on a stylized aesthetic, sometimes with vibrant colors and bold outlines, other times with a more sinister edge, alluding to its ominous implications.

Sociopolitical Commentary through Viral Street Art

The integration of viral motifs in street pop art frequently surfaces during sociopolitical unrest or health crises, as artists take to the streets to reflect the populace's mood. The artistic representations can vary from literal depictions of viruses to more abstract interpretations, symbolizing the pervasive nature of particular ideologies or social phenomena. In this context, a virus becomes a powerful symbol of the moment, capturing the unease, the uncertainty, and sometimes the resilience of the human spirit in the face of widespread challenges. Graffiti artists like Banksy have incorporated viral elements to underscore issues such as consumerism, surveillance, and inequality. The viral aspect often symbolizes how quickly these societal issues can spread and affect populations, suggesting a need for awareness and a call to action. The anonymity and speed with which graffiti art appears to mirror the stealth and swiftness of a viral outbreak, making the medium a metaphor for viral spread.

Street Art as a Cultural Virus

Beyond serving as a symbol for commentary, street pop art and graffiti act as cultural viruses, utilizing the strategies of replication and mutation to evolve and adapt to new environments. As a biological virus attaches to a host cell, street art latches onto public spaces, replicates through the sharing of images, and mutates as it is interpreted and reinterpreted by diverse audiences. This viral nature of street art is amplified in the digital age, where millions can instantly share and see a single piece of artwork, its impact magnified, and its lifespan extended far beyond that of its physical existence. Street art can go 'viral' online in hours, its message increasing through social media platforms, reaching an audience vast in size and scope. The artists behind such works, from Keith Haring's iconic figures to Shepard Fairey's Obey Giant campaign, understand the power of this virality. They craft their images to hook the viewer's attention and deliver a message that sticks, replicating how a virus implants itself into a host. Whether commenting on political issues, human rights, environmental concerns, or the art world, these artists ensure their work is infectious metaphorically, engaging the public consciousness and spreading their vision far and wide. To discuss street pop art and graffiti artwork in terms of viruses is to recognize the potent potential of visual art to affect minds and hearts, to spread from one person to another, carrying with it ideas that challenge, inspire, and provoke. Whether through a stenciled image hastily sprayed onto an alleyway wall or a meticulously planned mural covering the side of a building, the artist's plant seeds can flourish into movements, changing the landscape of our physical and mental environments. The art becomes a carrier of messages, a catalyst for change, and a beacon for collective experience, embodying the very characteristics of the viral entities it often depicts.

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