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  • A Tribute to Stan Winston Jurassic Park Giclee Print by Liam Atkin

    Liam Atkin A Tribute to Stan Winston Jurassic Park Giclee Print by Liam Atkin

    A Tribute to Stan Winston: "Jurassic Park" Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Liam Atkin counter-culture street artist art. A Tribute to Stan Winston: "Jurassic Park" by Liam Atkin Inspired by the creative genius of Stan Winston and every one of his team at Stan Winston Studios. Fine Art Giclee Print Limited Edition of 75. Approximately 11" x 17"

    $99.00

  • Dissection of Bambi Sheet No 23 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Bambi Sheet No 23 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Bambi- Anatomy Sheet No 23 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • Dissection of Garfield Anatomy Sheet No 19 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Garfield Anatomy Sheet No 19 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Garfield- Anatomy Sheet No 19 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • French Connectio Silkscreen Print by Jeremy Wheeler

    Jeremy Wheeler French Connectio Silkscreen Print by Jeremy Wheeler

    French Connection Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Jeremy Wheeler Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. The French Connection Movie Screening at Michigan Theater June 27th & 29th 2010.

    $99.00

  • Dissection of Popeye Anatomy Sheet No 29 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Popeye Anatomy Sheet No 29 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Popeye- Anatomy Sheet No 29 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • Samiyam The Blind Pig 2011 Silkscreen Print by Jeremy Wheeler

    Jeremy Wheeler Samiyam The Blind Pig 2011 Silkscreen Print by Jeremy Wheeler

    Samiyam- The Blind Pig 2011 Limited Edition 6-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Jeremy Wheeler Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Samiyam, Raj Mahal, Mogi Grumbles, Josef Deas, A Bomb, DJ Dick Jones, Charles Trees at The Blind Pig on May 26th 2011

    $99.00

  • Dissection of Smurf Anatomy Sheet No 27 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Smurf Anatomy Sheet No 27 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Smurf- Anatomy Sheet No 27 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • Graffiti Archival Print by Luke Chueh

    Luke Chueh Graffiti Archival Print by Luke Chueh

    Graffiti Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Luke Chueh Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. In 2003, Chueh moved to Los Angeles to further pursue a career in design. However, a lack of employment opportunities left him resorting to painting as a way to keep busy. From there, he got his start showing in the Los Angeles underground art scene, specifically in the Cannibal Flower art shows. Since then Chueh has quickly worked his way up the ranks of the LA art scene, establishing himself as an artist not to be ignored. Employing minimal color schemes, simple animal characters, and an endless list of ill-fated situations, Chueh stylistically balances cute with brute, walking the fine line between comedy and tragedy.

    $263.00

  • After Burner Archival Print by Ces

    Ces One- Rob Provenzano After Burner Archival Print by Ces

    After Burner Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Entrada Paper by Artist Ces One- Rob Provenzano , Street Pop Art Graffiti Legend. Signed 2022 archival pigment print • Printed on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper • 11 x 17 inches Hand-signed and numbered by artist CES in a limited edition of 40

    $238.00

  • Lono Archival Print by Prime

    Prime Lono Archival Print by Prime

    Lono Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Prime Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. John is a product of the housing projects, having been a well-known graffiti and gang tagger who got into trouble with violence and drugs. Since the late 1980s, Prime has become a successful community worker, business, and family man. In turning his life around, John has found a highly effective way of steering youth from the dangers inherent in growing up in at-risk neighborhoods and turning them into community-minded artists and cultural workers. His unique method of youth development is rooted in the art of graffiti muralism, a visual vocabulary of the streets that he has harnessed as a cultural tool for positive social change. John has created over 50 public murals and coordinated numerous public art events on O’ahu in the past 8 years. These efforts have spearheaded the creation of 808 Urban.

    $209.00

  • Dissection of Ninja Turtle Anatomy Sheet No 22 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Ninja Turtle Anatomy Sheet No 22 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Ninja Turtle- Anatomy Sheet No 22 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $209.00

  • Sole of the Artist: Dave Navarro Portrait by Dave Navarro

    Dave Navarro Sole of the Artist: Dave Navarro Portrait by Dave Navarro

    Sole of the Artist: Dave Navarro Portrait Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on 290gsm Moab Entrada Rag Bright Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Dave Navarro x KJ Shows. Sole of the Artist: Dave Navarro Portrait • Autographed archival pigment print • Printed on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper • 14 x 17 inches Hand-signed, dated, numbered and embossed by KJ Shows Additionally signed by Dave Navarro (lifeafterdeath) Limited edition of 25

    $283.00

  • Sale -15% Listen You Fuckers- White Silkscreen Print by Cleon Peterson

    Cleon Peterson Listen You Fuckers- White Silkscreen Print by Cleon Peterson

    Listen You Fuckers- White 2-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 290gsm Coventry Rag Paper by Cleon Peterson Street Art Pop Artwork Artist. 2022 17 x 17 inch. Hand-pulled screen print. printed on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges. Each print is signed and numbered. Limited edition of 125.

    $702.00$597.00

  • Dissection of Little Mermaid Anatomy Sheet No 24 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Little Mermaid Anatomy Sheet No 24 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Little Mermaid- Anatomy Sheet No 24 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • Dissection of Bugs Bunny Sheet No 20 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Bugs Bunny Sheet No 20 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Bugs Bunny- Anatomy Sheet No 20 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • Jordan 1's Archival Print by Ces

    Ces One- Rob Provenzano Jordan 1's Archival Print by Ces

    Jordan 1's Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on Fine Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist CES. 17 inch by 22 inch archival cotton paper. From an edition of 25 signed and numbered by the artist.

    $283.00

  • Dissection of Goofy Anatomy Sheet No 28 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Goofy Anatomy Sheet No 28 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Goofy- Anatomy Sheet No 28 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • Cock Fight Archival Print by Jessica Hess

    Jessica Hess Cock Fight Archival Print by Jessica Hess

    Cock Fight Archival Print by Jessica Hess Limited Edition Print on Moab Fine Art Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 9x17 Archival Pigment Fine Art

    $141.00

  • Safe Passage HPM Giclee Print by Craww

    Craww Safe Passage HPM Giclee Print by Craww

    Safe Passage- HPM Limited Edition Hand-Embellished Giclee Prints on Fine Art Paper by Urban Artist Craww. 2014 Signed & Numbered 11x17 HPM Edition of 10 Embellished Unique Limited Print Number 1 of 10

    $367.00

  • Dissection of Donald Duck Sheet No 26 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Donald Duck Sheet No 26 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Donald Duck- Anatomy Sheet No 26 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • Butthole Surfers Concert Handbill 1988 Texas Silkscreen Print by Frank Kozik

    Frank Kozik Butthole Surfers Concert Handbill 1988 Texas Silkscreen Print by Frank Kozik

    Butthole Surfers Concert Handbill 1988 Texas Silkscreen Print by Frank Kozik Hand-Pulled on Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. 1988 Signed by Kozik Music Concert Handbill Artwork Size 11x17 Silkscreen Print Band Gig Poster by Frank Kozik The Butthole Surfers and Frank Kozik collaboration is an electrifying fusion of psychedelic punk and iconic design. The Surfers, known for their chaotic, surreal sounds, paired their unconventional musical ethos with Kozik, an artist revered for his vibrant rock poster art and vinyl toy designs. The result? An immersive sensory experience that intertwines the Surfers' audio mayhem with Kozik's visual pandemonium. This collaboration is a must-experience for fans of both, promising an unpredictable journey through the edgy fringes of music and art.

    $247.00

  • Rick Grimes Chillin Original Graphite Drawing by Mark Hammermeister

    Mark Hammermeister Rick Grimes Chillin Original Graphite Drawing by Mark Hammermeister

    Rick Grimes Chillin Original Pencil Graphite Hand Drawing on Thin Fine Art Paper by modern trending street art artist Mark Hammermeister.

    $238.00

  • Shadow Boxer Archival Pigment Print by Sarah Joncas

    Sarah Joncas Shadow Boxer Archival Pigment Print by Sarah Joncas

    Shadow Boxer Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Museum Natural Fine Art Paper by Sarah Joncas Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. "I had a reference image I took of myself many years ago. I had lost my sketchbook that day and had nothing to paint on, so I started using myself as a model in some kitschy noir-like photo shoot. I always liked the photo and wanted to paint it up, but it wasn't until this show came around that I found a proper place for the image. Though I'm not at all as dramatic, violent, or angry as the painting displays (quite the opposite), it was a lot of fun to roleplay that kind of revengeful character! I've always said painting is kind of my quiet/shy way of acting... I like to paint narratives and covey them in a way that touches emotions and stirs up thought, kind of like a film might." - Sarah Joncas

    $153.00

  • Western Silkscreen Print by Jeremy Wheeler

    Jeremy Wheeler Western Silkscreen Print by Jeremy Wheeler

    Western Limited Edition 1-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Jeremy Wheeler Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Western by Jeremy Wheeler- A comic book-like story panel depicts the scene from a Western movie in which two gunfighters prepare to fight. Limited edition silkscreen art print artwork by famous artist Jeremy Wheeler.

    $99.00

  • Dissection of Stitch Anatomy Sheet No 30 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Nychos Dissection of Stitch Anatomy Sheet No 30 Silkscreen Print by Nychos

    Dissection of Stitch- Anatomy Sheet No 30 Hand-Pulled 1-Color Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on 300gsm Munken Pure Paper by Medical Pop Artist Nychos. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 11x17 Illustrated by NYCHOS 1-color Screen Print on 300 g/m² Munken Pure Paper Size: 11 x 17 Inches / 27,94 x 43,18 cm Limited Edition of 200 Year: 2018 Imprint & stamp of authenticity Numbered and signed by the artist The REM Anatomy Sheets focus on the anatomy of pop culture cartoon characters. In this new collection of black and white limited edition screenprints, Nychos lets the viewer engage with details of the anatomy of toons.

    $153.00

  • Sole of the Artist: Bill Barminski Portrait by Bill Barminski

    Bill Barminski Sole of the Artist: Bill Barminski Portrait by Bill Barminski

    Sole of the Artist: Bill Barminski Portrait Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on 290gsm Moab Entrada Rag Bright Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Bill Barminski x KJ Shows. Sole of the Artist: Bill Barminski Portrait • Autographed archival pigment print • Printed on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper • 14 x 17 inches Hand-signed, dated, numbered and embossed by KJ Shows Additionally signed by Bill Barminski Limited edition of 25

    $238.00

  • God Is Great Script Woodblock Print by Unknown

    Other Artists God Is Great Script Woodblock Print by Unknown

    God Is Great Script Woodblock Print by Unknown Hand-Pulled on Textured Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Artwork. 2008 Limited Edition Woodblock Woodcut Block Print Artwork Size 12x17 of Black & White Fictional Script Words from a St Louis Artist I Forgot the Name of. The Eloquent Silence of "God Is Great" Woodblock Print In visual art, few mediums speak as poignantly to the union of the ancient and the avant-garde as woodblock printing. The "God Is Great" woodblock print, a limited edition piece crafted in 2008, exemplifies the enduring relevance of this time-honored technique in modern artistic discourse. Although the creator from St. Louis remains unnamed, the artwork itself—a stark interplay of black and white fictional script on a textured fine art paper, size 12x17 inches—communicates a universal message that transcends the need for authorial identity. Woodblock Printing: A Dialogue Across Time Woodblock printing, one of the oldest methods of printmaking, has a storied history that stretches from ancient East Asia to contemporary art studios around the globe. The method involves carving an image into the surface of a block of wood, inking the surface, and then pressing it onto paper or fabric to create an impression. With its bold script and abstract composition, this particular piece reflects the technique's robust potential for precision and expression. The black and white color scheme of "God Is Great" reinforces the timeless nature of the print. At the same time, the enigmatic script suggests a language beyond words, an attempt to capture the inexpressible. With its minimalistic yet profound impact, this aesthetic finds echoes in the visual strategies of street pop art and graffiti, where the message is often condensed into symbols or stylized text that resonates with viewers on an instinctual level. Cultural Resonance in Contemporary Art "God Is Great" stands as an artifact of cultural resonance, embodying the essence of what many street artists and pop art practitioners aim to achieve—a piece that is accessible yet profound, immediate yet enduring. It prompts viewers to ponder the power of language, the act of communication, and the possibility of divine presence in the mundane. Despite the anonymity of its creator, the print carries a weight that speaks to the shared human quest for understanding and connection. This woodblock print's presence within pop art, street art, and graffiti is a testament to the fluid boundaries of art forms and the shared visual language that unites disparate genres. While the origin of "God Is Great" may be shrouded in mystery, the work becomes a vessel for contemplation and dialogue, inviting interpretation and engagement from those who encounter it. The "God Is Great" woodblock print, even without the renown of a known artist's signature, is a compelling testament to the power of traditional printmaking techniques in the contemporary artistic landscape. It reminds us that art, in its purest form, is a dialogue that spans history, transcends barriers, and continues to evolve, inviting each viewer to partake in its ongoing narrative.

    $100.00

  • Sleep Paralysis 1.0 Giclee Print by Meagan Magpie Rodgers

    Meagan Magpie Rodgers Sleep Paralysis 1.0 Giclee Print by Meagan Magpie Rodgers

    Sleep Paralysis 1.0 Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Meagan Magpie Rodgers. 100 signed and numbered 11x17” giclee prints on fine art paper.

    $209.00

  • Space Oddity Archival Print by Michele Melcher

    Michele Melcher Space Oddity Archival Print by Michele Melcher

    Space Oddity Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on 290gsm Moab Fine Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Michele Melcher. Space Oddity • Autographed archival pigment print • Printed on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper • 11 x 17 inches Hand-signed and numbered by artist Michele Melcher in a limited edition of 20

    $209.00

  • Sale -15% Stubbed Toe- White Silkscreen Print by Cleon Peterson

    Cleon Peterson Stubbed Toe- White Silkscreen Print by Cleon Peterson

    Stubbed Toe- White 2-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Deckled 290gsm Coventry Rag Paper by Pop Culture Artist Cleon Peterson. 2022 17 x 17 inch. Hand-pulled screen print. printed on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges. Each print is signed and numbered. Limited edition of 100.

    $702.00$597.00

  • After Burner HPM Embellished Archival Print by Ces

    Ces One- Rob Provenzano After Burner HPM Embellished Archival Print by Ces

    After Burner- HPM Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Entrada Paper by Artist Ces One- Rob Provenzano , Street Pop Art Graffiti Legend. Signed 2022 archival pigment print • Additional unique airbrushed embellishments on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper • 11 x 17 inches Airbrushed, signed and numbered by artist CES in a limited embellished edition of 10

    $406.00

  • Sale -15% Stubbed Toe- Black Silkscreen Print by Cleon Peterson

    Cleon Peterson Stubbed Toe- Black Silkscreen Print by Cleon Peterson

    Stubbed Toe- Black 2-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Deckled 290gsm Coventry Rag Paper by Pop Culture Artist Cleon Peterson. 2022 17 x 17 inch. Hand-pulled screen print. printed on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges. Each print is signed and numbered. Limited edition of 100.

    $702.00$597.00

  • Madame de Bionville Embellished HPM Archival Print by Michele Melcher

    Michele Melcher Madame de Bionville Embellished HPM Archival Print by Michele Melcher

    Madame de Bionville- Embellished Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art HPM Prints on 290gsm Moab Fine Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Michele Melcher. Madame de Bionville • Autographed archival pigment print • Additional unique paint embellishments on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper • 11 x 17 inches Hand-embellished, signed and numbered by artist Michele Melcher in a limited embellished edition of 5

    $394.00

  • Shigeto The Blind Pig 2013 Silkscreen Print by Jeremy Wheeler

    Jeremy Wheeler Shigeto The Blind Pig 2013 Silkscreen Print by Jeremy Wheeler

    Shigeto- The Blind Pig 2013 Limited Edition 11-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Jeremy Wheeler Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Shigeto, Charles Trees, Tree City, Beautiful bells, DJ Ease at The Blind Pig on October 8th 2013.

    $99.00

Black & White Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

Contrast and Culture: Black & White in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Defining Visual Language with Black & White

In the visually saturated world of street pop art and graffiti, the use of black and white stands out for its stark simplicity and profound impact. These foundational colors form a visual language that is classic and contemporary, shaping the narrative of urban landscapes. Artists have long utilized the striking contrast between black and white to convey complex messages, create dramatic visuals, and draw viewers into a dialogue that transcends the need for color.

Black & White: Aesthetic Choices with Purpose

The aesthetic choice to use black and white in street pop art and graffiti is not merely a stylistic one; it is often laden with purpose. Black and white can symbolize the binary oppositions of life, such as light and dark, day and night, or the dualities within society and the self. In street pop art, this dichotomy can reflect the artist's commentary on social issues, personal identity, or cultural narratives. The absence of color forces the viewer to focus on the subject, the form, and the subtleties of shade and tone that might otherwise be overlooked.

Technique and Texture in Monochromatic Art

Technically, working with black and white requires mastery over shade, tone, and texture. Artists manipulate these elements to create depth and dimension without relying on the crutch of color. The interplay of light and shadow becomes critical, with the gradations between pure black and pure white providing a spectrum of grays that add complexity to the pieces. Texturally, black and white can range from the smooth, clean lines of precise stenciling to the rough, expressive strokes of freehand spray painting.

Cultural Symbolism in Black & White Artwork

Culturally, black and white artwork carries a timeless symbolism. In the context of street pop art and graffiti, it can represent the raw, unfiltered expression stripped of the distractions of color. This monochromatic scheme is often associated with the past, invoking a sense of nostalgia while simultaneously being seen as modern and forward-thinking. The simplicity of black and white allows for universality in the artwork, enabling it to cross cultural and socioeconomic boundaries.

Composition and Clarity in Urban Canvases

Compositionally, black and white provide clarity and focus in an urban canvas cluttered with competing stimuli. Artists use these colors to direct attention, emphasize details, and balance the visual weight within their artwork. The starkness of black against white creates a visual punch that can make even the most subtle designs stand out. In large-scale murals, this contrast can create a visual anchor, drawing the community's attention and often becoming a landmark within the neighborhood. 

Black & White in the Evolution of Street Art

As street art evolves, the role of black and white remains central. These colors have been used historically in photography and film to convey a stripped-down reality, and street artists have adopted this tradition to cut through the city's noise. Black and white also have a practical advantage; they are often more resistant to fading and weathering, ensuring the longevity of the artwork. This durability makes black and white a suitable choice for artists who want their work to endure in the public space. In the vibrant realms of street pop art and graffiti, black and white are more than mere colors—they are tools for visual storytelling, emotional impact, and symbols for cultural commentary. The use of black and white challenges artists to explore the essentials of form, composition, and contrast, creating artwork that has the power to engage, provoke, and inspire across generations and geographies. In the monochromatic shades of black and white, the urban canvas finds its voice, and the streets become a gallery of human experience, etched in the most fundamental palettes.

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