Dystopia & Ruins

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  • The Reef Giclee Print by Scott Listfield

    Scott Listfield The Reef Giclee Print by Scott Listfield

    The Reef Giclee Print by Scott Listfield Artwork Limited Edition Print on 310gsm Museum Grade Archival Fine Art Paper Graffiti Pop Street Artist. 2023 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Artwork Size 18x24 Scott Listfield is an American contemporary artist who is best known for his paintings of a lone astronaut exploring various landscapes and cityscapes. "The Reef" is a giclee print featuring his iconic astronaut character. The print depicts the astronaut standing on a rock formation in the middle of a vast ocean, with a coral reef visible beneath the surface of the water but no its the Statue of Liberty! The sky is painted in shades of blue with wispy clouds adding to the dreamy and surreal atmosphere of the image. Listfield's use of a solitary figure in his paintings creates a sense of isolation and introspection, while the futuristic astronaut suit symbolizes exploration and discovery, sea rise & global warming. The underwater setting of "The Reef" adds a layer of mystery and intrigue to the piece, as if the astronaut has discovered a hidden world beneath the waves. Giclee printing is a high-quality fine art printing process that uses archival pigment inks to produce images with exceptional color accuracy and sharpness. This makes it an ideal medium for reproducing Listfield's detailed and intricate paintings.

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    $339.00

  • I'll Love You Till The End Of The World Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes I'll Love You Till The End Of The World Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    I'll Love You Till The End Of The World Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on 290GSM Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Josh Keyes. Josh Keyes 'I'll Love You Till the End of the World' Edition of 300 Fine art print on 290gsm paper 16x25.5 inches / 40.6x64.7cm Hand-signed, numbered and titled by the artist The hybrid world that Keyes has created steps on surrealism and photorealism, a mix that unsettles the viewers, making us feel unsafe and exposed to an uncertain and mischievous future. At the core of work exists the concern for our survival and the earth's future. This preoccupation is highlighted through the display of animals lost and displaced from their natural settings. They are in peril and away from their natural ecosystem, relocated in dioramic fantastical situations.

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    $499.00

  • Landfall PP Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Landfall PP Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Landfall PP Printers Proof Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on 290GSM Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Josh Keyes. PP Printers Proof Signed & marked PP 18x26 inches / 46x66cm Fine art print on 290gsm paper Hand signed and numbered Artist proof working copy, small bump to lower mid white margin bottom. The hybrid world that Keyes has created steps on surrealism and photorealism, a mix that unsettles the viewers, making us feel unsafe and exposed to an uncertain and mischievous future. At the core of work exists the concern for our survival and the earth's future. This preoccupation is highlighted through the display of animals lost and displaced from their natural settings. They are in peril and away from their natural ecosystem, relocated in dioramic fantastical situations.

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    $1,103.00

  • Ozymandias Archival Print by Scott Listfield

    Scott Listfield Ozymandias Archival Print by Scott Listfield

    Ozymandias Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Scott Listfield.

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    $482.00

  • Landfall Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Landfall Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Landfall Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on 290GSM Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Josh Keyes. Edition of 175 18x26 inches / 46x66cm Fine art print on 290gsm paper Hand signed and numbered The hybrid world that Keyes has created steps on surrealism and photorealism, a mix that unsettles the viewers, making us feel unsafe and exposed to an uncertain and mischievous future. At the core of work exists the concern for our survival and the earth's future. This preoccupation is highlighted through the display of animals lost and displaced from their natural settings. They are in peril and away from their natural ecosystem, relocated in dioramic fantastical situations.

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    $716.00

  • Starship 2000 Giclee Print by Scott Listfield

    Scott Listfield Starship 2000 Giclee Print by Scott Listfield

    Starship 2000 Limited Edition Giclée Fine Art Prints on Signa Cotten Rag Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Scott Listfield. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 75 Artwork Size 12x18

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    $482.00

Dystopia & Ruins

Exploring Dystopia and Ruins through Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Dystopia and ruins have become pervasive themes in street pop art and graffiti artwork, serving as a canvas for artists to explore and critique contemporary societal issues. The stark, often haunting imagery of dystopian landscapes provides a powerful contrast to the vibrant and energetic style typically associated with street pop art, offering a visual dichotomy that compels viewers to reflect on the current state of the world and its direction. These themes are recurrent in urban spaces where the rawness of dilapidated buildings and the remnants of industrial sites offer a tangible link to the concept of decay and the fallibility of human progress. The portrayal of dystopian themes in graffiti art is not just about bleak futures but also serves as a metaphor for resistance and a call to action. Artists use the symbolism of ruins to represent the decay of moral, social, and political structures, challenging the audience to question the sustainability of current systems and practices. Using such imagery in public spaces democratizes the expression of these concerns, taking the discourse out of academic and political arenas and into the everyday world, making it accessible and immediate.

Dystopian Imagery as Commentary in Urban Art

In urban art, the representation of dystopia and ruins often carries an undercurrent of social commentary, indicting environmental degradation, economic disparities, and the loss of community. The visual language of ruins in street pop art and graffiti artwork echoes the post-apocalyptic narratives in literature and film, bridging popular culture and fine art. These depictions serve as cautionary tales, illustrating the potential consequences of humanity's current trajectory and inviting viewers to contemplate alternative futures. Street artists utilize the decaying surfaces of the urban environment as a literal foundation for their work, embedding their art within the fabric of the dystopian landscapes they depict. This integration of art and environment blurs the line between the artwork and the context it critiques, reinforcing the message that the dystopian scenarios portrayed are not far-removed possibilities but present realities that are unfolding in slow motion. Through this integration, street pop art becomes a form of visual activism, harnessing the power of public space to foster dialogue and inspire change. The transient nature of the medium itself amplifies the resonance of dystopian themes in street pop art and graffiti. Graffiti, often subject to erasure and degradation, mirrors the impermanence and fragility of civilization, adding a layer of poignancy to artworks that reflect on societal collapse and the ephemeral nature of human achievements. This impermanence also speaks to the resilience of the human spirit, as artists continually recreate and reimagine their work, just as societies must adapt and evolve to avoid the dystopian outcomes they fear. The exploration of dystopia and ruins in street pop art and graffiti artwork provides a critical lens through which artists and audiences can engage with the complexities of the modern world. By juxtaposing the ruinous landscapes of a potential future with the immediacy of street-level expression, artists challenge passersby to confront uncomfortable truths about the state of society. As a result, these artworks become not just reflections of a possible future but also potent symbols of the power of art to provoke thought and stimulate discourse on the path toward a more hopeful and sustainable world.

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