Eddie Colla

Cacophony Hand-Painted Multiple Archival Pigment Print on 3 Tiers of Laser-Cut Acrylic Panel ready to hang by Eddie Colla Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2020 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 25 Laser Cut Acrylic Artwork Size 18x18 "The Goldfish Girl was created almost a decade ago. I often revisit it, and she has been the longest continuing character I've created. I often write backstories for these characters to help me create the pieces, but they are generally never shared with the viewer. The Goldfish Girl was born in mainland China and raised mostly by a single father. Her mother passed away when she was 18 months old from cancer. She was often very ill as a child and was eventually diagnosed with a compromised immune system disorder, although a precise diagnosis was never given. This is the reason for always wearing the mask and gloves. Her father bred Goldfish for a living and taught her that trade as a kid. They worked side by side and rarely had visitors because of her condition. Often being extremely ill and also losing her mother made her childhood difficult. As most children do, she tried to find a reason for her misfortune, a reason for why all this had happened to her and her father. Eventually, she believed that her illness and her mother's cancer were punishment by nature. A curse for toying with nature by breeding goldfish. Eventually, her father passed away as well. Needing to make a living and also to taunt fate she illegally immigrated to Hong Kong. There is a famous goldfish market in Mong Kok on Tung Choi street, but it's commonly called goldfish street. With a compromised immune system the most dangerous thing to her was other people. As a challenge to fate, she moved to one of the most densely populated cities in the world. She got a stall on Tung Choi Street. This is her challenge, to taunt fate and win, becoming the master of her own fate. These images are vignettes of her life in Hong Kong. I've never given the character a name. Sometimes she is pictured with a boombox because music becomes a central companion to her mostly solitary life. In the piece Cacophony I wanted her to literally be surrounded by the city. In some way, I think I tried to create a character that embodied a lot of traits I aspire to. To remind me.” - Eddie Colla

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1 • 12 • 5 • 24 Original Painting Mixed Media on Canvas by Eddie Colla Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2017 SIgned Original Acrylic & Spraypaint on Ready To Hang Canvas Artwork Size 18x24 "Through this, we hold steadfast when our challenge was to turn fate not to be victorious that possibility evaporated did not we endure together and often alone for all of us for tomorrow and yesterday and for what could've been and is and for what is and might well be lest we forget each of us and used memory and failing and standing when standing was all there was." -Eddie 1 • 12 • 5 • 24 Original Mixed Media Painting on Canvas by Eddie Colla 1 • 12 • 5 • 24 is a powerful original mixed media painting on canvas by graffiti street artist Eddie Colla. Created in 2017, this signed artwork is an 18x24-inch piece executed with acrylic and spray paint, embodying the raw energy and layered narratives that define Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork. The piece presents a haunting portrait of a masked individual, rendered in high-contrast black and sepia tones, with textures and distressed effects that evoke themes of resilience, rebellion, and survival. Eddie Colla is known for his ability to capture the psychological and emotional weight of contemporary struggles through his art. His figures, often masked or adorned in protective gear, reflect themes of identity, resistance, and societal unrest. The grommeted edges and weathered surface of this piece reinforce its industrial and urban aesthetic, making it feel like a fragment of a larger, unseen history. This painting is not just a portrait but a narrative encapsulated in texture, symbol, and form, urging viewers to consider the deeper implications of endurance, defiance, and memory. Eddie Colla and His Influence on Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork Eddie Colla is an American street artist and contemporary painter whose work frequently explores themes of urban decay, civil disobedience, and existential perseverance. His art is deeply influenced by graffiti culture, punk aesthetics, and dystopian storytelling, often featuring masked figures navigating hostile or uncertain environments. Through his work, Colla addresses issues of personal freedom, governmental control, and the struggles of marginalized communities. 1 • 12 • 5 • 24 exemplifies his signature visual language—characters with obscured identities, layered textures that mimic aged or decayed surfaces, and cryptic numbering or lettering that suggest coded messages or hidden histories. His use of stencil and spray paint techniques, combined with hand-painted elements, bridges the worlds of fine art and street culture, reinforcing the transient and defiant spirit of graffiti. This painting is a striking representation of his ongoing exploration of survival and memory, serving as both an aesthetic statement and a cultural reflection. The Symbolism and Aesthetic Power of 1 • 12 • 5 • 24 The masked figure in this painting stands as a powerful emblem of both protection and protest. The gaze, partially obscured yet intensely expressive, draws the viewer into a moment of contemplation—what is the subject confronting, and what struggles have they endured? The rough, textured background and muted color palette amplify the sense of history embedded in the piece, as if the painting itself has witnessed unseen conflicts and untold stories. The presence of the cryptic numbering, 1 • 12 • 5 • 24, invites interpretation, suggesting themes of coded messages, dates of significance, or an abstract reference to time and memory. Colla’s distressed, layered surfaces reflect the impermanence of both urban landscapes and human experiences. The grommets in the canvas further enhance the industrial aesthetic, reinforcing the idea that this is not just a piece of art but a relic—an artifact from a moment of resistance or an imagined future where survival is an act of defiance. The artwork’s ability to evoke emotion while maintaining a sense of mystery is what makes it a compelling addition to the discourse of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork. Collectibility and Cultural Impact of Eddie Colla’s Work Eddie Colla’s work has gained significant recognition within contemporary urban art circles, with his pieces exhibited in galleries and public installations worldwide. His ability to translate street culture into fine art has made his work highly collectible among enthusiasts of modern graffiti and dystopian-themed art. This piece, being an original mixed media work, holds unique value as it captures the raw essence of his style and thematic focus. 1 • 12 • 5 • 24 stands as a testament to the resilience of human expression in challenging times. It resonates with audiences who appreciate art that is both visually striking and conceptually profound. The combination of hand-painted details, stencil work, and industrial elements makes it a distinctive work within Colla’s portfolio, reinforcing the importance of art as a means of resistance, remembrance, and social commentary.

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Not By Victory Limited Edition Hand-Embellished Screen Print & Mixed Media on Cradled Wood Panel by Eddie Colla Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Since 2005, his wheatpastes and stencils can be found throughout public spaces in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Miami. Eddie's work first began to garner national recognition when his street art began incorporating images of Barack Obama throughout the 2008 Presidential election. His growing popularity landed him attention on internet blogs, features in six published books, and participation in the "Manifest Hope Art Gallery" shows at the 2008 Democratic National Convention and at the Presidential Inauguration in Washington D.C. His designs have been transformed many times over, from stickers, album and magazine covers.

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Without Excuse PP Printers Proof HPM Hand Embellished Print Archival Print by Eddie Colla Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Entrada Fine Art Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. PP Printers Proof 2020 Signed & Marked PP HPM Embellished Limited Edition Artwork Size 18x24 Archival Pigment Fine Art Eddie Colla's 'Without Excuse': A Fusion of Artistic Rebellion and Technique Eddie Colla's 'Without Excuse' epitomizes the rebellious spirit of street pop art and graffiti artwork, merging traditional artistic methods with the defiance of street art culture. This PP (Printer's Proof) HPM (Hand Painted Multiple) archival print from 2020, signed and marked by the artist, is a limited edition creation, reflecting Colla's distinctive approach to modern art. Sized at 18x24 inches and printed on 290gsm Moab Entrada fine art paper, the artwork is a hand-embellished masterpiece, showcasing Colla's commitment to challenging the commercialization of public spaces. 'Without Excuse' exemplifies Colla's mastery in blending fine art with the raw expressiveness of street art, making a bold statement in both content and style.

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