Face & Head

3 artworks


  • Luchando Por Mi Patria Archival Print by Don Rimx x Marka27

    Marka27 Luchando Por Mi Patria Archival Print by Don Rimx x Marka27

    Luchando Por Mi Patria Archival Print by Don Rimx x Marka27 Limited Edition on 290gsm Moab Entrada Bright Rag Fine Art Paper Pop Graffiti Street Art Artist Modern Artwork. 2022 Signed & Numbered Print Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 12x24 Archival Pigment Fine Art Over the years, Marka27 has gained a reputation for his ability to work across different mediums, his dedication to cultural representation, and his commitment to creating art that resonates with diverse audiences. His work continues to evolve, reflecting both his personal journey and the changing dynamics of the world around him. Don Rimx, whose real name is David Sepulveda, is a renowned street artist originally from Puerto Rico. Known for his intricate, large-scale murals, Don Rimx's work often showcases a blend of his Puerto Rican heritage and his deep interest in the human form.

    $252.00

  • Latinx-AF Archival Print by Marka27

    Marka27 Latinx-AF Archival Print by Marka27

    Latinx-AF Archival Print by Marka27 Limited Edition on 290gsm Moab Entrada Bright Rag Fine Art Paper Pop Graffiti Street Art Artist Modern Artwork. 2020 Signed & Numbered Print Limited Edition of 40 Artwork Size 18x24 Archival Pigment Fine Art by Marka27 Marka27, whose real name is Victor Quinonez, has been recognized for his "Neo Indigenous" style that blends cultural iconography, street art, and pop culture into a unique and vibrant aesthetic. His work is deeply influenced by his bicultural experiences, having grown up in both Mexico and the United States.

    $247.00

  • Sad Girl HPM Archival Print by Marka27

    Marka27 Sad Girl HPM Archival Print by Marka27

    Sad Girl HPM Archival Print by Marka27 Limited Edition Hand Painted Multiple on 290gsm Moab Entrada Bright Rag Fine Art Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. 2023 Signed & Numbered HPM Spray Paint Hand Embellished Print Limited Edition of 15 Artwork Size 24x24 Archival Pigment Fine Art In addition to his work on walls and in galleries, Marka27 has made a significant impact in the world of designer toys. His Minigods series, which started in 2007, was particularly notable for integrating functional speakers into the vinyl toys, creating a unique blend of art and technology. These pieces, inspired by Aztec and Mayan art, brought a new level of innovation and cultural commentary to the designer toy market.

    $468.00

Face & Head
Pop art, street art, and graffiti art are dynamic genres that have left a notable impact on contemporary visual culture, with the face and head often emerging as central themes. This motif, universally recognized and instantly engaging, has been utilized by artists for its potent ability to convey a myriad of emotions, messages, and identities. The bold, provocative world of pop art first began to champion the face and head in the mid-20th century. Icons such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein used this motif to challenge cultural norms, presenting familiar faces - often celebrities - in unexpected ways. Warhol's multicolored depictions of Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, and other celebrities, for instance, elevated these figures to the status of mass-produced commodities, critiquing the consumerist culture of the time. Lichtenstein, on the other hand, drew from comic books, using the exaggerated expressions of his characters to comment on society's emotional sterility. Street art and graffiti, which originated from the urban underground, have also widely employed the face and head motif. These art forms often serve as a platform for social and political commentary, and the face's universality makes it a powerful tool for artists to communicate with their audience. Banksy, an anonymous England-based street artist, often uses stenciled images of faces and heads to articulate messages of peace, rebellion, or social justice. On walls, buildings, and streets, these faces become a form of visual language that transcends boundaries, resonating with diverse audiences. In the realm of graffiti art, the face and head motif often emerges in the form of tags, throw-ups, and pieces. Notably, the stylized signatures or 'tags' of graffiti artists frequently incorporate face-like elements, signifying the artist's identity in a cryptic yet visually compelling manner. Artists such as SEEN and Dondi White have showcased their unique vision through the depiction of faces and heads, highlighting their individuality amidst the vast graffiti landscape. From the stylized and glamorous portraits of pop art to the raw and rebellious depictions in street and graffiti art, the face and head motif has remained a constant. It serves as a conduit for human emotion and identity, speaking volumes about the society in which it is embedded. Through the different lenses of pop, street, and graffiti art, the face and head motif continues to challenge, provoke, and captivate, making it a cornerstone of these vibrant art movements.

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