Food & Eating

Yumiko Kayukawa Appetite Archival Print by Yumiko Kayukawa

Appetite Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Yumiko Kayukawa Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. "This piece was presented for a show “Rock You In a Tatami Room” in 2011. It wasn’t a theme show, so I created pieces with just represented what I was feeling at the time. As I love animals and wildlife, how they kill to survive is a passionate subject for me. Even a beautiful crane fights to live. It’s beautiful to me, just like they are dancing." - Yumiko Kayukawa

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$406.00
Clint Wilson Hefe POP Small Tear Silkscreen Print by Clint Wilson

Hefe POP Small Tear Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Artist Clint Wilson. 2013 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Small tear on lower left facing side out of the image on the white border.

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$99.00
Ernesto Yerena Montejano- Hecho Con Ganas Decolonize Red Gold Serigraph Print by Ernesto Yerena Montejano- Hecho Con Ganas

Decolonize- Red/Gold Limited Edition Hand Pulled 3-Color Serigraph Print on Fine Art Paper by Ernesto Yerena Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2013 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 175 Size 8x10

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$364.00
Tim Doyle The White Dragon Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

The White Dragon Limited Edition 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Heavy Paper by Tim Doyle Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. This print is a collaboration by Tim Doyle and Nick Derington. It is marked by hand with a VII and features white margins. Based on the movie Blade Runner.

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$253.00
Clint Wilson Beer POP Silkscreen Print by Clint Wilson

Beer POP Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Clint Wilson Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art.

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$153.00
Ron English The Supersized States of America Giclee Print by Ron English

The Supersized States of America Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Ron English. A 12″ x 12″ giclée print depicting the representative hypocrisy on a faux $100 bill. Limited to 30 signed and numbered copies. Created for Ron's 12 Days of Popaganda 2013 Christmas Special.

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$406.00
Task One Coffee Shop Original Dunny Town Art Toy by Task One

Coffee Shop Original Dunny Town Art Toy by Task One Kidrobot Vinyl & Plaster Art Toy Collectible Pop Artwork. 2013 Original Dunny Town Painted Plaster Kidrobot Custom Dunny Artwork Size Approximate 3x4 Town Coffee Shop Original Dunny Art Toy by Task One Celebrating Urban Culture: Task One's Coffee Shop Original Dunny Town Art Toy The "Coffee Shop Original Dunny Town Art Toy" by Task One is a captivating work that encapsulates the essence of street pop art and graffiti artwork through the innovative medium of Kidrobot vinyl and painted plaster. Released in 2013 as a part of the celebrated Dunny Town series, this piece stands approximately 3x4 inches. It represents a quaint urban coffee shop, a common sight in cityscapes across the globe. This art toy collectible is a testament to Task One's ability to transform the mundane into the extraordinary, spotlighting the role of coffee shops as social hubs within the tapestry of urban life. The art piece showcases Task One's meticulous attention to detail and his commitment to bringing the vibrancy of street culture into the realm of collectible art. The coffee shop, complete with its iconic sign, outdoor umbrella, and a tiny patron, is an homage to the everyday gathering places that serve as neighborhood landmarks. The art toy stands not just as a collectible item but as a miniature homage to the communal spaces that play a crucial role in urban living and culture. Task One's Artistic Vision: Blending Daily Life with Pop Art Task One's "Coffee Shop Original Dunny Town Art Toy" exemplifies the fusion of daily life with the imaginative potential of pop art. This piece, part of a limited edition series, mirrors city life's familiar yet often overlooked corners, presenting them through a whimsical yet reflective lens. The coffee shop, an emblem of urban routine and comfort, is reinterpreted in the distinct shape of a Dunny, merging the playful form with a severe function. This work is particularly significant in street pop art and graffiti artwork, as it captures the spirit of urban storytelling through a tangible form. The coffee shop, a place of respite and conversation, reflects the city's diversity and dynamism; through Task One's artistry, it is celebrated and immortalized in vinyl. The "Coffee Shop Original Dunny Town Art Toy" is thus more than just a representation of a building; it's a piece of urban narrative, inviting collectors and art lovers to appreciate the small yet significant elements of the urban experience. In creating this piece, Task One has reinforced the idea that art can be found daily and that the buildings and spaces we often pass by without a second glance hold stories worth telling. Through art toys, he has made these stories accessible, creating a bridge between the street and the shelf, between the ephemeral and the enduring. The "Coffee Shop Original Dunny Town Art Toy" is a vibrant slice of urban life. This collectible carries the flavor of the streets and the creativity of one of the most innovative artists in street pop art and graffiti artwork.

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$333.00
Jen Collins Circle City HPM Lithograph Print by Jen Collins

Circle City HPM Lithograph Print by Jen Collins Hand Applied Gold Details Print on Recycled 280gsm A6 Card Stock Paper Limited Edition Pop Artwork. 2013 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 15 Artwork Size 5.8x8.3 Hand Applied Gold Paint

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$104.00
Clint Wilson Hefe POP Silkscreen Print by Clint Wilson

Hefe POP Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Artist Clint Wilson. 2013 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100

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$153.00
John Vogl Oh Hai! Silkscreen Print by John Vogl

Oh Hai! Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by John Vogl Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art.

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$99.00

Culinary Motifs in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Food and eating, universal experiences intrinsic to human existence, have long served as rich subjects for artists, capturing their times' social and cultural ethos. In the domains of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork, these motifs take on vibrant new life, reflecting the every day and the celebratory through bold colors, exaggerated forms, and the inherent commentary of the art forms. This artistic depiction of food not only tantalizes the senses but also symbolizes various aspects of culture, economy, and social dynamics. Food iconography in Street Pop Art is often amplified to hyperbolic proportions, mirroring contemporary society's consumerist culture and mass production of edibles. Here, artists may employ bright, attention-grabbing palettes and large-scale representations to mimic the overload of sensory information in advertising and media. Graffiti art, traditionally rebellious and provocative, can transform food into a symbol of societal consumption or a tool of critique, addressing issues like fast food culture, global hunger, or the commodification of natural resources. As Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork often operate in public spaces, depicting food and eating in these genres also directly engages with the community. These works can become interaction points, where the familiar subject of food invites viewers to engage with the art. These eliciting reactions range from hunger to humor to reflection on their eating habits and food sources.

Artistic Representation of Food in Urban Landscapes

Food-related graffiti becomes part of the city's visual and cultural fabric in urban landscapes, where the art of the street is as integral to the environment as the buildings and the bustling crowds. Artists might take a ubiquitous element of urban dining—like a slice of pizza or a hot dog—and elevate it to a symbolic status, encapsulating the essence of a city’s food scene. These depictions can become so iconic that they not only represent culinary preferences but also signify the identity of the place itself. The versatility of food as a subject allows artists to traverse from the literal to the symbolic, using it to communicate messages about consumption, waste, and the human condition. In some instances, food in Graffiti Artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the disparities in wealth and access to resources, with lavish food spreads painted in areas of poverty as a stark visual contrast to the lived reality of those who pass by. Moreover, the interactive nature of Street Pop Art means that food-related works are not just seen but can be used to engage the public in dialogue. These pieces can become backdrops for social gatherings, stages for performance art, or canvases for community participation, where the art evolves with the input of its audience.

Impact and Evolution of Food-Themed Artistry on the Streets

The impact of food-themed Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork is multi-layered, resonating with the observer on a personal and societal level. An individual may see a mural of a fruit-laden table and recall family gatherings. At the same time, another might interpret it as a commentary on agricultural bounty or a subtle critique of consumer excess. Such is the power of food in art—it speaks an intimate and universal language, personal and public. As Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork continue to evolve, so does the portrayal of food within these genres. What began as simple tagging or stenciling has become complex, thought-provoking installations. Artists have started incorporating actual food items into their works, blurring the lines between the culinary and visual arts and inviting an experiential interaction with the viewer that can be as brief as the food itself. Food and eating are not merely subjects for Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork; they are conduits for expression, reflection, and sometimes, revolution. These depictions can comfort or confront, reflecting the complexity of our relationship with food. Through the lens of these vibrant art forms, food is not just sustenance but a symbol, a statement, and a shared language in the urban landscape. Whether it serves to provoke thought, evoke nostalgia, or critique society, the representation of food in street art is as varied and rich as the culinary traditions that inspire it.

10 artworks

Yumiko Kayukawa Appetite Archival Print by Yumiko Kayukawa

Clint Wilson Hefe POP Small Tear Silkscreen Print by Clint Wilson

Ernesto Yerena Montejano- Hecho Con Ganas Decolonize Red Gold Serigraph Print by Ernesto Yerena Montejano- Hecho Con Ganas

Tim Doyle The White Dragon Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

Clint Wilson Beer POP Silkscreen Print by Clint Wilson

Ron English The Supersized States of America Giclee Print by Ron English

Task One Coffee Shop Original Dunny Town Art Toy by Task One

Jen Collins Circle City HPM Lithograph Print by Jen Collins

Clint Wilson Hefe POP Silkscreen Print by Clint Wilson

John Vogl Oh Hai! Silkscreen Print by John Vogl

Culinary Motifs in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Artistic Representation of Food in Urban Landscapes

Impact and Evolution of Food-Themed Artistry on the Streets