Josh Keyes

14 artworks


  • The Collector Sculpture by Josh Keyes The Collector Sculpture by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes The Collector Sculpture by Josh Keyes

    The Collector Limited Resin Sculpture Artwork by Modern Pop Artist Josh Keyes. 2017 Limited Edition Displayed With Box The Collector - is the 3rd sculpture by Josh Keyes from our Signature Series. Once started as a beautiful painting, it has now been turned into a fully detailed sculpture with a classy Matte White finish. Sculpture Size: 18" L x 7" W x 9" H approximately Medium: Resin Josh Keyes' "The Collector" stands as a remarkable manifestation of modern pop art, embodying the fusion of street art sensibilities and acceptable art discipline. This 2017 limited edition resin sculpture is the third in Keyes' acclaimed Signature Series, which captures his work's striking visual narratives and meticulous detail. The Transition from Canvas to Sculpture Originally conceived as a painting, "The Collector" transformed into a fully realized three-dimensional form, retaining its two-dimensional predecessor's intricate detail and profound thematic elements. The transition from painting to sculpture allowed for a new interpretation of Keyes' vision, presenting it in a tangible, touchable medium. The sculpture's matte white finish enhances its sophisticated silhouette, emphasizing the clean lines and the stark contrast between the subject and its environment. The sculpture commands presence with dimensions of approximately 18 inches in length, 7 inches in width, and 9 inches in height. Cast in resin, a medium celebrated for its durability and acceptable detail capacity, "The Collector" is both a robust and delicate piece, a testament to Keyes' ability to navigate the complexities of form and substance. A Statement in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork "The Collector" resonates within street pop art and graffiti artwork through its bold statement and presence. Despite its pristine finish, the piece carries the spirit of street art—challenging the observer, engaging with environmental themes, and commenting on the interaction between the natural world and human-made structures. The rhinoceros, a frequent subject in Keyes' work, is depicted alongside a street light, a juxtaposition that invites viewers to contemplate the intrusion of urban development into natural habitats. In the broader context of Josh Keyes' portfolio, "The Collector" is a signature work that showcases his concern with ecological and post-apocalyptic themes. Keyes' art often features wild animals in urban settings, exploring the boundaries between human civilization and the natural world, a theme that resonates deeply in today's ecologically conscious society. The Cultural Impact of "The Collector" As a piece of art, "The Collector" transcends mere aesthetics to engage in a cultural dialogue. It visually explores the clashes and coexistence between urban life and nature. The sculpture's stark white color serves as a canvas, highlighting the shadows and contours of the piece and allowing the form to become the central narrative. This absence of color suggests a tabula rasa, or a blank slate, inviting many interpretations from the audience. Josh Keyes' work, particularly "The Collector," aligns with the ethos of modern pop art by drawing on recognizable imagery and repurposing it within a new context. In doing so, he creates a discourse that is accessible yet laden with depth, much like the street art and graffiti that adorn the walls of cities worldwide. It is a discourse that speaks to the ubiquity of environmental change and the pervasive impact of human influence on the natural world. In conclusion, Josh Keyes' "The Collector" is a profound piece that captures the essence of contemporary issues through the lens of street pop art and graffiti artwork. Its transformation from a detailed painting to a sculptural form allows it to occupy physical space and engage with audiences directly and tactilely. Through this work, Keyes continues to challenge viewers, prompting them to reflect on the intersection of human and animal domains and the delicate balance that must be maintained between progress and preservation. The sculpture, with its limited availability, not only serves as a piece of art but also as a collectible item that mirrors our society's current ecological and cultural challenges.

    $400.00

  • Spray Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Spray Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Spray Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Entrada Paper by Urban Pop Artist Josh Keyes Modern Artwork. 2017 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 175 Artwork Size 20x16

    $550.00

  • Thaw Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Thaw Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Thaw Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on Ultra Smooth Photo Rag Paper by Artist Josh Keyes. 2017 Signed Size 20x14 Edition of 175. Printed on Archival, Hot Press Paper, Signed and Numbered

    $664.00

  • Pursuit Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Pursuit Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Pursuit Archival Print by Josh Keyes Limited Edition on Hot Press Fine Art Paper Pop Graffiti Street Artist Modern Artwork. 2023 Signed & Numbered Print Limited Edition of TBD Artwork Size 12x12 Archival Pigment Fine Art Faile is a renowned artistic collaboration, deriving its strength from the world of pop art, street art, and graffiti art. Established in 1999, it features the creative minds of Patrick McNeil from Canada and Patrick Miller from the United States. Their work draws its unique influence from a wide range of sources, including visual and literary aspects of pop culture, combining them with the edginess and vibrancy found in street art. Their creative process is deeply rooted in the tradition of collage, blending different forms, styles, and messages to create pieces that are visually striking and thematically dense. Prolific in their creation of large-scale murals, their work can be found embellishing cityscapes globally. Faile has also successfully transcended from street art into the mainstream art world, with their pieces hosted by prominent institutions such as the Tate Modern in London and the Brooklyn Museum in New York. Furthermore, Faile's influence extends beyond their murals and installations. They have ventured into creating books, prints, and clothing, broadening their artistic impact and opening a unique channel for interaction with their audience. Their approach to street art and pop art, characterized by an innovative amalgamation of diverse visual narratives, have marked them as influential contributors to contemporary art, their oeuvre continues to challenge the boundaries between high and low culture. The art of Faile is an exploration of societal norms, questioning and transforming urban space into a canvas for dialogue and reflection.

    $294.00

  • Sunspot Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Sunspot Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Sunspot Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on Fine Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Josh Keyes. Sunspot is an edition of archival prints by Josh Keyes. The print measures 10” high by 10” wide, the artwork measures approximately 8” high by 8” wide. The artwork has been printed on a heavy 290gsm natural white paper. Josh Keyes exists equally in the world of surrealism and realism. No matter how contradictory this may seem, his art manages to balance physiological accuracy and extreme photorealism with an eco-surrealistic scenery and interactions. The theoretical context of his work is connected to mythological and folklore themes –especially the legends and stories of Native Americans- and the imagery that exists between dreams and nightmares in order to express profound existential anxiety and uncertainty.

    $295.00

  • The Sleeping Woods Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes The Sleeping Woods Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    The Sleeping Woods Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on 290GSM Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Josh Keyes. "The Sleeping Woods" is a print edition created by Josh Keyes. The image area of the artwork measures roughly 14" wide by 8.4" tall. With a border for framing, the artwork measures 15" wide by 9.5" tall. The archival artwork has been printed on a heavy 290gsm natural white print-making paper made from 90% bamboo fibres and 10% cotton. Josh Keyes exists equally in the world of surrealism and realism. No matter how contradictory this may seem, his art manages to balance physiological accuracy and extreme photorealism with an eco-surrealistic scenery and interactions. The theoretical context of his work is connected to mythological and folklore themes –especially the legends and stories of Native Americans- and the imagery that exists between dreams and nightmares in order to express profound existential anxiety and uncertainty.

    $295.00

  • 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.

    $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.

    $1,103.00

  • Stairway To Heaven PP Printers Proof Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Stairway To Heaven PP Printers Proof Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Stairway To Heaven PP Printers Proof Archival Print by Josh Keyes Archival Pigment Fine Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Fine Art Paper Artwork. PP Printers Proof 2022 Signed & Marked AP Limited Edition of 175 Artwork Size 26x18 Printers Proof Edition of 175 26 x 18 inches / 66 x 45.72 cm Fine art print on 290gsm paper Hand signed and numbered by the artist

    $492.00

  • Mad World Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Mad World Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Mad World Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on 290GSM Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Josh Keyes. Josh Keyes Mad World Edition of 300 13x16 inches / 33x40.6cm Fine art print on 290gsm paper Signed and numbered by the artist Josh Keyes exists equally in the world of surrealism and realism. No matter how contradictory this may seem, his art manages to balance physiological accuracy and extreme photorealism with an eco-surrealistic scenery and interactions. The theoretical context of his work is connected to mythological and folklore themes –especially the legends and stories of Native Americans- and the imagery that exists between dreams and nightmares in order to express profound existential anxiety and uncertainty.

    $295.00

  • 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.

    $716.00

  • Descent Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Descent Giclee Print by Josh Keyes

    Descent Pop Street Artwork Limited Edition Giclee Print on 300gsm Cotton Rag Paper by Urban Graffiti Modern Artist Josh Keyes. Signed 2016 Limited Editon The image area of the artwork measures roughly 8x10" with white border roughly 1" to allow ample margin for framing. These archival prints are created by PixelPoint Artistry, hand signed by Josh Keyes The artwork is on 300gsm 100% Fine Art cotton rag, Optica One, the primary substrate used for Josh Keyes Limited Editions created by PPA. 12.5x10.5

    $316.00

  • Swept Away Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Swept Away Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Swept Away Archival Print by Josh Keyes Limited Edition on MEDIUM Pop Graffiti Street Art Artist Modern Artwork. 2023 COA & Print Limited Edition of 230 Artwork Size 10x8 Archival Pigment Fine Art pf Giant Wave and Geese on Ocean "Swept Away," an archival print by renowned artist Josh Keyes, represents a captivating fusion of street art and modern artwork, imbued with a signature pop art flair. This limited-edition piece, released in 2023, seamlessly transcends the boundaries of conventional art, infusing a tangible energy and profound depth into the dynamic street art scene. Masterfully executed, Keyes’ artwork offers a bold commentary on our contemporary landscape through the powerful image of a giant wave and geese soaring over the ocean. Limited to a concise run of 230, each 10x8 archival pigment fine art print is meticulously signed and numbered by Keyes himself. The rarity of this limited edition makes it a highly desirable acquisition for avid art collectors, street art enthusiasts, and admirers of Keyes' evocative style. The striking depiction of the ocean and its majestic yet destructive waves, overlaid with the serene grace of flying geese, engages audiences with its remarkable contrast and harmonious coexistence of nature's elements. This balance between chaos and tranquility, inherent in Keyes' work, resonates strongly with the spirit of street art, emphasizing its raw, unfiltered, and authentic character. Infused with the vivid color palette and sharp, distinctive lines typical of graffiti art, "Swept Away" serves as a potent reminder of Keyes' roots in the urban art scene. This archival print brings the vibrant energy of street art into the realm of fine art, with an archival quality that ensures the vibrancy and integrity of the print are preserved for generations. The compelling narrative, captivating visuals, and profound cultural commentary embedded within "Sweep Away" epitomize the essence of modern artwork. This piece encapsulates Keyes' unparalleled ability to capture and express the zeitgeist of our times, making it not only a beautiful addition to any art collection but also an insightful reflection of contemporary society.

    $138.00

  • Goodbye- PP Printers Proof Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Josh Keyes Goodbye- PP Printers Proof Archival Print by Josh Keyes

    Goodbye Archival Pigment Fine Art PP Printers Proof Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Entrada Paper by Modern Pop Street Graffiti Artist Josh Keyes. PP Printers Proof Edition of 20 Signed & Numbered Archival Pigment Print on 290gsm Moab Fine Art Paper Size: 26 x 18 Inches Release: April 22, 2020

    $621.00

Josh Keyes Pop Artist Graffiti Street Artworks

The Artistic Journey of Josh Keyes

Josh Keyes is a name that resonates deeply within Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork. His distinctive approach to art combines elements from various disciplines, forging a bridge between street art's raw expressiveness and pop art's polished aesthetics. Keyes, an artist characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a profound thematic depth, has etched his name in the annals of contemporary art. Keyes' oeuvre is marked by a confluence of surrealism and realism, a trait that makes his work immediately recognizable. His art often depicts scenes that meld nature with urbanity, creating visual narratives that are fantastical and grounded in reality. This unique style has garnered a significant following and sparked conversations about the intersections of human civilization and the natural world. His works serve as poignant commentaries on environmental issues, urban sprawl, and the human footprint, themes that are ever-present in street art and graffiti discourse.

Technique and Influence in Keyes' Works

The technique employed by Keyes is as compelling as the subjects he chooses. His precise and almost clinical method of painting, often involving animals in dystopian settings, bears the influence of his academic background in art. Keyes holds a BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and an MFA from Yale University. The academic rigor and discipline he acquired during his studies are evident in the intricate details and the anatomical accuracy of the creatures he paints. In addition to his technical prowess, Keyes' works are imbued with a sense of immediacy and accessibility that aligns with the ethos of street pop art and graffiti Art. His art transcends the traditional gallery space, reaching a broader audience like street art does. The pieces invite onlookers to engage with the art personally, prompting reflection on the world around them. This characteristic is central to the spirit of street art, which aims to democratize art and make it a part of the everyday experience.

Josh Keyes' Contribution to Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork

In the Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork sphere, Keyes stands out for his ability to weave complex narratives through his art. Unlike traditional graffiti artists who may use public walls as their canvas, Keyes brings the spirit of street art into galleries and homes. While highly collectible, his artworks retain an edge often associated with the countercultural movements from which street art stems. Keyes' contribution to the field is more comprehensive than his unique style and thematic concerns. He also plays a role in expanding the definition of what street art can encompass. By bringing elements of fine art into his work, he challenges preconceived notions about the boundaries between high art and urban art. His works are a testament to the evolving nature of street art and its capacity to adapt and grow, reflecting new realities and incorporating diverse artistic influences. In reflection, Josh Keyes' impact on Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork is multifaceted. His creations are a dialogue between the viewer and the environment, between the urban landscape and its animal inhabitants. His paintings and sculptures possess a narrative strength that is often cinematic, presenting viewers with a stage where the drama of existence unfolds. Through his art, Keyes offers a mirror to society, reflecting the beauty and the tragedy of the contemporary world with equal clarity. He is a modern chronicler of our times, using his brush and imagination to illuminate the issues that shape our reality.

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