Black

3 artworks


  • Painter Girl Original Pen Collage Drawing by James Wilson

    James Wilson Painter Girl Original Pen Collage Drawing by James Wilson

    Painter Girl Original Pop Modern Street Art Ballpoint Pen and Collage Drawing on Fine Art Paper by Artist James Wilson. 2022 Signed Original Drawing. Ballpoint Pen, Cut Out Paper, Newspaper and Collage Size: 5.875 x 8.25 Inches Release: February 10, 2022 "The term 'Off the Grid' comes with a romanticized view of self-sustainability, getting back to nature and going back to 'a simpler time', this often neglects the forgotten trappings involved with stepping outside of your comfort zone. "This body of work can be seen as an aesthetic and thematic sequel to the previous 'Breakups and Breakdowns' collection where the idea of a broken relationship was the focus, it’s now been shifted to exploring new uncharted territory. Building on the pen on paper approach by physically cutting windows into the pieces takes them outside of the known and familiar into experimental and uncharted territory. "These works continue to look at escapism through different lenses whether it's a digital realm achieved by VR, the hopes poured into crypto, liquid courage found in alcohol or the distracting thrill gained by high risk environments, they all offer a reward but also contain their own risks. It’s through exploring outside the comforts of the safe and known without the usual safety nets where you find danger and risk, but the unknown is also where the most potential and growth can be found." –James Wilson

    $518.00

  • Night Dreamer Archival Print by Jeff Soto

    Jeff Soto Night Dreamer Archival Print by Jeff Soto

    Night Dreamer Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on Watercolor Fine Art Paper by Jeff Soto Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. The first of a series of small prints based on Soto’s owl paintings. This is an 8.5? x 8.5? (21cm x 21cm) giclee on archival watercolor paper. Signed and numbered edition of 50.

    $103.00

  • Peace Brutha Curtain Rail Ex Libris Book Print by Pushead Peace Brutha Curtain Rail Ex Libris Book Print by Pushead

    Pushead Peace Brutha Curtain Rail Ex Libris Book Print by Pushead

    Peace Brutha Curtain Rail- Ex-Libris Rare Limited Edition Art Book & Print Set by Graffiti Street Artist Pushead Modern Urban Artworks. 2021 Signed Limited Editon Special Book Ex-libris Signed Transfer Oct 6-7 2021 Peace Brutha Curtain Rail. 2021 Signed Hyperstoic Skeletal Butcher 5.75x8.25 Print. 2016 Embossed The Skulwind Collection Peace Brutha Series Completed B&w Illustrations 5.5" X 8.5" 140lb Cold Press 400 Watercolor Paper Handcolored Xerox Elements Skul/ Two Fingers / Hand Star/skulwind Hair Themes Based On 2 Inner Fingers Repetitive Focus @Pushead 2016 Alligiance Peace Line Art

    $212.00

Black Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

Depth and Dimension: The Role of Black in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Black as a Powerful Medium in Urban Art

Black, a color that can be both the absence of light and the amalgamation of all pigments in the art world, holds a fundamental place in the street pop art and graffiti genres. Its multifaceted and profound use provides depth, contrast, and definition. In the hands of artists, black is not merely a color; it's an essential component of visual storytelling that can convey various themes and emotions, from the stark and severe to the rich and sophisticated.

Techniques Embracing the Intensity of Black

The techniques used to apply black in urban artwork are as diverse as the artists themselves. It can be found in the sharp lines of stencils that cut through the noise of colorful backdrops or in the swirling shadows that give murals a sense of life and movement. Black often outlines figures and shapes, making them pop from their surroundings and granting them an arresting visual clarity. In addition, the texture of black paint or ink can range from a matte finish that absorbs light, creating a void-like effect, to a glossy sheen that suggests a sleek, modern aesthetic. Culturally, black carries significant weight. It can symbolize rebellion or conformity, chaos or order, nothingness, or the complex integration of all that is colorful. In street pop art and graffiti, black is commonly associated with the underground, the edgy, and the avant-garde. It is the color of the night, the urban, and the unknown. Black's ability to make other colors stand out while still commanding its presence makes it a powerful tool for artists seeking to challenge norms and make bold statements.

Compositional Balance and Boldness with Black

In composition, black's role is unparalleled. It offers an anchor within the artwork, a point of return for the eye amidst the visual excitement of brighter hues. Using black can balance a piece, adding a sense of stability and grounding. However, it also has the power to dominate, to turn a multicolored mural into a monochromatic statement, or to bring a sense of solemnity and gravity to street pop art and graffiti pieces. The future of black in street pop art and graffiti artwork looks as solid as the color itself. As urban art continues to evolve, the applications and symbolism of black are likely to deepen and diversify. New materials and methods will expand the range of textures and finishes available to artists, from the blackest blacks that absorb nearly all light to reflective surfaces that play with the urban environment's illumination. In street pop art and graffiti, black is a foundational element, a color as essential as the spaces it adorns. It is a color that speaks in whispers and shouts, a color that refuses to be silent, and a color that, paradoxically, brings the vibrant world of urban art to life. Whether used with precision or with wild abandon, black remains a testament to the enduring power and versatility of color in the hands of those who seek to transform the cityscape into a canvas of personal expression and public engagement.

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