Lions are a popular subject in graffiti street pop art, often used to convey strength, power, and courage. In many cultures, lions are seen as symbols of royalty and bravery, making them a fitting choice for urban art that celebrates these qualities. When it comes to graffiti street pop art, there are many different styles and techniques that artists can use to create a lion-themed piece. Some artists may opt for a more realistic approach, using shading and intricate details to bring the lion to life. Others may go for a more stylized, cartoonish look, emphasizing bold colors and exaggerated features to make the lion stand out. One common approach to lion-themed graffiti street pop art is to create a large-scale mural that dominates the surrounding environment. These murals can be highly detailed, featuring intricate patterns, textures, and shading to create a sense of depth and realism. Other artists may use stencils or wheatpasting to create smaller, more ephemeral pieces that can be easily applied and removed. Regardless of the specific style or technique used, lion-themed graffiti street pop art can be a powerful way to express ideas about strength, courage, and power. Whether it's a realistic portrait of a fierce lion or a playful, cartoonish interpretation, there are many ways to incorporate this majestic creature into urban art.
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Chris Saunders Jaguar Mandala AP Serigraph Print by Chris Saunders
Jaguar Mandala AP Serigraph Metallic Gold & UV Spot Print by Chris Saunders Limited Edition Hand Pulled Artwork on Coventry Rag Fine Art Paper Modern Street Graffiti Pop Artist. AP Artist Proof 2017 Signed & Marked AP Artwork Size 24x24 (Regular Series of 125) Chris Saunders is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans across a broad spectrum of creative fields, including illustration, painting, digital art, photography, and public murals. Born and raised in South Africa, Saunders' work often reflects a unique fusion of traditional African influences and modern artistic styles, making his artwork instantly recognizable. Saunders' portfolio is characterized by vibrant colors, intricate designs, and a deep sense of cultural richness. He creates an engaging dialogue between traditional African motifs and contemporary art styles, thereby challenging the viewer's perception of cultural identity. His body of work includes unique commissioned pieces for private collections, murals in public spaces around the world, and collaborative projects with artists from various disciplines. Notably, Saunders has been an advocate for the inclusion of African art in the global contemporary art scene. He has been instrumental in organizing several international exhibitions and cultural exchange programs aimed at showcasing African artists. His contribution to the art world extends beyond his personal artistic creations and into larger societal contributions through his efforts to build bridges between cultures. His work is not only visually captivating but also serves as a commentary on global cultural dynamics, making Chris Saunders a highly respected figure in contemporary art.
$1,056.00
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Kevin Peterson Keepers AP Artist Proof Archival Print by Kevin Peterson
Keepers Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on Hand Deckled 300gsm Signa Smooth Paper by Artist Kevin Peterson, Street Pop Art Graffiti Legend. AP Artist Proof 2021 Signed 24x18 Signed & Marked AP Limited Edition Kevin Peterson’s Keepers: Urban Innocence and Wild Guardians in Street Pop Art Kevin Peterson’s Keepers is a 24 x 18 inch archival pigment print on hand-deckled 300gsm Signa Smooth fine art paper, created in 2021 as a signed Artist Proof. The piece depicts a young Black boy sitting between two life-sized lionesses, positioned in front of a graffitied brick wall in an overgrown urban landscape. A small bird perches gently atop one lioness’s head. The work is a stunning blend of realism and fantasy, balancing emotional weight and visual poetry through the lens of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. Peterson’s signature approach layers meticulous oil painting technique over scenes marked by decay and spray-painted ephemera. The boy, dressed simply in a blue shirt and sneakers, is calm and observant, caught between the raw strength of the lions and the weathered city backdrop. His placement evokes resilience, curiosity, and alertness, not fear. The lions appear both majestic and protective—symbols of strength standing silently guard. A small crown tag painted on the wall near the child’s head further suggests that the boy is a figure of quiet power, royalty in an environment many would dismiss as ruined. The Coexistence of Vulnerability and Power Peterson’s work consistently explores the tension between innocence and chaos, often through the juxtaposition of children and animals in deteriorating cityscapes. In Keepers, the lions are not exotic intrusions but natural extensions of the boy’s presence. Their positioning and gaze imply protection and mutual trust. The graffiti behind them reinforces the setting as a lived, layered, and expressive space—not abandoned, but alive. Rather than present the street as hostile, Peterson renders it as a cradle for self-discovery and wild imagination. The inclusion of street art within the composition is essential. Tags and throw-ups become not just background detail, but active storytelling elements. The visual language of graffiti in Keepers underscores Peterson’s understanding of the street as a canvas for resistance, identity, and unseen beauty. It functions both as setting and subtext—chaotic but deeply human. The crumbling bricks and peeling paint contrast with the organic stillness of the lions, creating a dialogue between constructed decay and natural presence. Mythic Realism in Street-Informed Fine Art Though not a graffiti artist in the traditional sense, Kevin Peterson’s contribution to Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork lies in his mastery of urban allegory. His figures—often children surrounded by wild animals—are both symbolic and deeply grounded. They echo mythologies of guardianship, transformation, and sacred innocence, reframed within modern cityscapes. Keepers is both intimate and monumental, delivering a narrative that is both universal and specific. By placing a child in direct visual symmetry with apex predators, Peterson upends traditional power dynamics. The boy is neither victim nor observer—he is central, calm, and seen. The image resists the usual visual tropes of fear or wonder, opting instead for presence. It’s a portrait of strength without noise, protection without spectacle. Through realism heightened by surreal composition, Keepers offers a vision of urban identity that is fierce, gentle, and imaginatively untamed. It is a meditation on survival, dignity, and the unseen forces that walk with us through concrete jungles.
$550.00
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Chris Saunders Lion Mandala Silkscreen Print by Chris Saunders
Lion Mandala Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print with Spot UV Layer on 130lb French Black Licorice Paper by Chris Saunders Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2015 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Artwork Size 24x24 Custom Framed in Distressed Gold Frame. "This piece was born from the inspiration of a personal struggle I was experiencing with overcoming certain obstacles in my life surrounding addiction. Not just chemical addiction, but addictive thoughts and behaviors that didn't serve my highest good. The lion archetype visited me in my dreams during this time of struggle with addiction. I dreamt I was a lion running with full force through a dense jungle. I had a thick rope in my mouth and as I ran through this jungle people were fighting to grab the free sides of the rope to try and slow me down from running so fast. It was getting snagged and I felt extreme pain in my body. The pain grew to the point my body caught on fire, I could feel my flesh searing. I remember fighting through it and eventually, the pain went away and I kept running forward. Pretty Intense! So I combined my vision of the lion with the mandala to mirror a frequency of courage, strength, and power to its the viewer and the space that it is hung in." - Chris Saunders
$925.00