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306 artworks


  • Minions Anatomy Black Friday Gold Despicable Me Art Toy by Kidrobot Minions Anatomy Black Friday Gold Despicable Me Art Toy by Kidrobot

    Kidrobot Minions Anatomy Black Friday Gold Despicable Me Art Toy by Kidrobot

    Minions Anatomy- Black Friday & Gold Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Kidrobot. The adorably unintelligible Minions are back for another adventure in 2022 with Minions: The Rise of Gru! To celebrate the occasion, Kidrobot brings to life this new 8" Minion Anatomy Art Figure in a Kidrobot.com exclusive Black and Gold colorway with pre-orders for Black Friday 2021. Gaze through the clear outer shell to look inside a typical Minion and discover their secrets. Some say they have existed since the beginning of time... Some say they like bananas. Consisting of a sculpted interior resting in a clear outer shell, this 8" Minion Art Figure shows that we're all the same underneath our skin. Except for the one big eye.

    $283.00

  • Vandalism Is A Crime III Street Sign Original Painting by Hael

    Hael Vandalism Is A Crime III Street Sign Original Painting by Hael

    Vandalism Is A Crime- III Original Mixed Media Painting graffiti artist modern pop art on Real Metal Street Sign by Hael. Over the last 30 years Hael has traveled the world taking photos and writing graffiti. He is one of the most prolific graffiti writers in North America.

    $796.00

  • Born In 1970 Real Oval Deck Skateboard Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Born In 1970 Real Oval Deck Skateboard Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Born In 1970 Real Oval Limited Edition Silkscreen Skateboard deck art by street pop culture artist Shepard Fairey. Shepard Fairey was asked by Real Skateboards to create a new Obey design for one of their boards. It is a limited edition skateboard, so there are only 500 available.

    $421.00

  • DockLSD No Hitter Resting Face Blotter Paper Archival Print by Pat Riot

    Pat Riot DockLSD No Hitter Resting Face Blotter Paper Archival Print by Pat Riot

    DockLSD (No Hitter) Blotter Paper Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print Art on Perforated Blotter Paper by Pat Riot pop culture LSD artwork. "I created the DockLSD portrait in 2018. The original is 48”x36” and is made with chewed bubblegum. Dock Ellis was an MLB player who pitched a no-hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 12, 1970 while tripping on LSD.

    $282.00

  • Smile Yellow Spray Paint Can Sculpture by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

    Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta Smile Yellow Spray Paint Can Sculpture by Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta

    Smile- Yellow Limited Edition Spray Paint Can Sculpture Artwork by street artist graffiti & pop culture legend Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta. 2020 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 150 Artwork Size 3x8 Signed Via Thumbprint & Numbered With Custom Display Box. Ultra rare and very cool Mr Brainwash- Thierry Guetta limited edition spray paint can artwork collectibles.

    $400.00

  • IRAK Earsnot Light Yellow Spray Paint Can Artwork by Montana MTN

    IRAK- Earsnot IRAK Earsnot Light Yellow Spray Paint Can Artwork by Montana MTN

    IRAK Earsnot- Light Yellow Limited Edition Rare Spray Paint Can Artwork Crossover by famous graffiti paint maker Montana MTN. One of NYC's most irreverent crews couldn't stop having its MTN Limited Edition hand in hand with, you know who, the New York writer EARSNOT. He describes himself with this graphic composed of different elements bathed in the characteristic colors of the crew.

    $228.00

  • Eddie Vedder Jones Hall Houston Texas 2012 Silkscreen Print by Rhys Cooper

    Rhys Cooper Eddie Vedder Jones Hall Houston Texas 2012 Silkscreen Print by Rhys Cooper

    Eddie Vedder Jones Hall Houston Texas 2012 Music Limited Edition Gig Poster 5-Color Metallic Ink Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print Artwork on Fine Art Paper by Rhys Coopers for the Pearl Jam Singer and Glen Hansard. This poster is 12 x 36 5 colors with metallic inks. Jones Hall For The Performing Arts, Houston Texas November 13th 2012. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Western Tribute.

    $238.00

  • Eagle of the Dead Silkscreen Print by Ernesto Yerena Montejano- Hecho Con Ganas

    Ernesto Yerena Montejano- Hecho Con Ganas Eagle of the Dead Silkscreen Print by Ernesto Yerena Montejano- Hecho Con Ganas

    Eagle of the Dead 1-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Gold Metallic Ink Silkscreen Print on Black Fine Art Paper by Ernesto Yerena x Philip Lumbang. 2014 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 150 Artwork Size 10x8

    $238.00

  • Black & Blue Sedation in Bloom Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Black & Blue Sedation in Bloom Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Black & Blue Sedation in Bloom Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY Hand-Pulled on Cream Speckletone Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Artwork Obey Pop Culture Artist. 2021 Signed by Shepard Fairey- OBEY & Numbered Limited Edition of 150 Artwork Size 18x24 Sedation in Bloom Silkscreen Print Series.  "I originally worked on this poppy pattern art as part of my collaboration with artist Gordon Cheung. In our piece, we addressed the tragic murder of Vincent Chin and the historical use of anti-Asian imagery and symbols in Western culture. The poppy is a beautiful flower with many symbolic interpretations, including peace, death, sleep, and sedation. I often weave floral and decorative patterns into my art to draw viewers in and make challenging concepts more digestible. However, decorative appeal can sedate people and distract them from more important social issues. Whether in entertainment, alcohol, drugs, or conspicuous consumption, I think sedation is a major cause of social and political complacency and ignorance. These Sedation In Bloom prints serve the dual purpose of a decorative escape and a reminder to stay awake and aware!" -Shepard Fairey- OBEY. Exploring the Depths of Black & Blue Sedation in Bloom by Shepard Fairey In the sphere of street pop art and graffiti artwork, the Black & Blue Sedation in Bloom stands as a profound narrative crafted by Shepard Fairey. Known for his impactful OBEY campaign, Fairey is an American artist born on February 15, 1970, whose work extends beyond mere visual stimuli to incite discussion on social and political issues. The 2021 silkscreen print series exemplifies this, with each piece pulled by hand on cream speckletone fine art paper, ensuring the authenticity that collectors and enthusiasts deeply value. As part of a limited edition series, this 18x24 artwork connects intimately with its audience, being one among only 150 pieces worldwide, each signed and numbered by Fairey himself. Symbology and Collaboration in Fairey's Work Fairey's collaboration with Gordon Cheung serves as the undercurrent for this series. Together, they ventured into a poignant exploration of anti-Asian sentiment, as encapsulated by the tragic story of Vincent Chin. It is within this context that the poppy - a recurring motif in Fairey's work - blooms with significance. Symbolizing peace, death, sleep, and sedation, the poppies laid against the stark black and blue backdrop invite a dichotomy of beauty and tragedy, pleasure and pain, sedation and awakening. This art piece acts as a vessel for dialogue, challenging the observer to confront the seductive veneer of pop culture that often masks deeper societal ailments. Through the intricate weaving of poppy patterns, Fairey endeavors to draw viewers closer, only to confront them with the sobering realities of complacency and ignorance, a cause he attributes to the distractions of entertainment, substance abuse, and materialism. Fairey's Impact on Street Pop Art and Societal Awareness Fairey's impact on street pop art is not only measured by his visual contributions but also by the palpable discourse his works ignite. Black & Blue Sedation in Bloom transcends its function as decor, morphing into a silent yet screaming reminder of the necessity to remain vigilant in a world saturated with distractions. The deep blues and stark blacks contrast with the cream undertones, creating a visual tension that mirrors the societal tension Fairey aims to address. Beyond the aesthetic lies a critical engagement with the concept of sedation in societal context — how beauty and art can both inspire and anesthetize. In this sense, Fairey's work is a call to action, an elegy to awareness in the form of street pop art, and a symbolic act of graffiti that marks the consciousness of its viewers. This series represents the quintessential purpose of Fairey's artistic journey — to awaken, to provoke, and to inspire change through the medium of street art. Shepard Fairey's Continuing Legacy in Art and Activism The Black & Blue Sedation in Bloom print holds its place in the legacy of Shepard Fairey — a legacy characterized by an unyielding pursuit of social commentary through art. Fairey, still active and based in Los Angeles, California, maintains his reputation as a pivotal figure in the fusion of street art aesthetics and social activism. This piece, like many others within his oeuvre, is a reflection of his unwavering commitment to art as a medium for social awakening. As an artist, Fairey continues to challenge the traditional confines of street pop art, using his platform to address themes of political complacency and social ignorance. With each print in the Black & Blue Sedation in Bloom series, he invites his audience to participate in a visual and cognitive experience that is as much about introspection as it is about external critique. In this light, Fairey's work remains an essential thread in the fabric of contemporary art, continually weaving narratives that compel and resonate with audiences far beyond the realm of traditional galleries and into the streets, where the pulse of collective consciousness thrives.

    $600.00

  • Big Proof Forever Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Big Proof Forever Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Big Proof Forever Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. December 31, 2006. DeShaun Dupree Holton, known professionally as Proof, was an American rapper and actor from Detroit, Michigan. During his career, he was a member of the groups 5 Elementz, Funky Cowboys, Promatic, Goon Sqwad, and D12. He was a close childhood friend of rapper Eminem, who also lived in Detroit. Proof was often a hype man at Eminem's concerts.

    $421.00

  • Eddie Vedder Fair Park Dallas Texas 2012 Silkscreen Print by Rhys Cooper

    Rhys Cooper Eddie Vedder Fair Park Dallas Texas 2012 Silkscreen Print by Rhys Cooper

    Eddie Vedder Fair Park Dallas Texas 2012 Music Limited Edition Gig Poster 5-Color Metallic Ink Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print Artwork on Fine Art Paper by Rhys Coopers for the Pearl Jam Singer and Glen Hansard. This poster is 12 x 36 5 colors with metallic inks. Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas Texas November 15th, 2012. The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Western Tribute.

    $238.00

  • When It Rains It Pours Archival Skateboard Deck by Bask

    Bask When It Rains It Pours Archival Skateboard Deck by Bask

    When It Rains It Pours Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print Transfer on Cold Pressed Steep Natural Skate Deck art by street pop culture artist Bask. Bask quickly began to notice similarities between the communistic iconic propaganda from his youth and the consumer advertising of his teens. He soon discovered that they were simply, two sides of the same coin. Each vying for our short-lived attention spans, all the while selling us (or telling us?) anything and everything from Marxism to McDonalds.

    $327.00

  • David Bowie Slip-On 47 V Hunky Dory Size 12 Sneaker by Vans Shoes David Bowie Slip-On 47 V Hunky Dory Size 12 Sneaker by Vans Shoes

    Vans Shoes David Bowie Slip-On 47 V Hunky Dory Size 12 Sneaker by Vans Shoes

    New Old Stock Vans x David Bowie Old Skool Aladdin Sane White- Size 12 Rare Shoes Limited Edition Sneaker Artwork Collectible. New In Box. Channel your inner Ziggy Stardust in the Old Skool Aladdin Sane White Skate Shoes from Vans x David Bowie. As a part of the Vans and David Bowie Archive collection, The Old Skool Aladdin Sane White Skate Shoes pay homage to one of the greatest musical talents of all time, David Bowie! With a pearlescent white upper, and Bowie's signature red and blue lightning bolts printed upon the sidewalls, these sneakers are sure to turn heads. David Bowie's name is printed at the heel in a style drawn from the cover art of his 1972 studio album, Aladdin Insane, while the Old Skool silhouette remains a favorite from Vans.

    $101.00

  • Label 907 Vol. IV Orange Silkscreen Print by UFO907

    UFO907 Label 907 Vol. IV Orange Silkscreen Print by UFO907

    Label 907 Vol. IV- Orange Limited Edition 5-Color Split Fountain Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on 140lbs Pure White French Art Paper by UFO907 Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. As an active graffiti writer, UFO 907 is known for its alien ufo motifs throughout New York. Over 20 years, his works have been and still are growing in numbers, attracting fans all over the world. His distinct ufo motifs have evolved and changed throughout the years, from a simple UFO form to a character-like approach with eyes and legs. And still active throughout the world.

    $153.00

  • Art of Vinyl Toys by Monsa Publications Book Art of Vinyl Toys by Monsa Publications Book

    Other Artists Art of Vinyl Toys by Monsa Publications Book

    Art of Vinyl Toys by Monsa Publications Rare Limited Edition Art Book With Graffiti Street Artists and Modern Pop Artworks. Art of Vinyl Toys Published by Monsa Publications [2014] Hardbound | 160 Pages Size: 6" x 7.75" This Book is Pre-Owned and Acquired From a Private Collection

    $28.00

  • Unleash The Hounds Silkscreen Print by Rhys Cooper

    Rhys Cooper Unleash The Hounds Silkscreen Print by Rhys Cooper

    Unleash The Hounds- Call the Banners Series Limited Edition 5-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on 250gsm Heavy Paperd With Metallic Inks by Rhys Cooper Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2014 5 color silkscreen poster on heavy 250gsm paper stock printed with metallic inks. Signed and numbered edition of 200. Size of the banners will be 12 x 38 inches All posters numbered and signed.

    $133.00

  • Godzilla Soundgarden Jones Beach NY 2011 Silkscreen Print by Rhys Cooper

    Rhys Cooper Godzilla Soundgarden Jones Beach NY 2011 Silkscreen Print by Rhys Cooper

    Godzilla Soundgarden Jones Beach NY 2011 Music Limited Edition Gig Poster 5-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print Artwork on Fine Art Paper by Rhys Coopers. July 9th 2011 Wantagh New York Jones Beach Theater Godzilla Music Print For Chris Cornell Band Soundgarden.

    $329.00

  • You Hesitate Archival Print by Nicole Gordon

    Nicole Gordon You Hesitate Archival Print by Nicole Gordon

    You Hesitate Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Entrada Paper by Artist Nicole Gordon, Street Pop Art Graffiti Legend. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 20 24x24 2022 Ukraine War Protest Against Russia

    $282.00

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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