Mear One, born Kalen Ockerman in 1971, is an American street artist, muralist, painter, and graphic designer based in Los Angeles, California. He is often regarded as "The Godfather of Graffiti" due to his pioneering contributions to the street art scene in Los Angeles, and his work has been influential around the world. Mear One began his career in the mid-1980s, painting graffiti on walls, billboards, and freight trains. Over the years, he has evolved as an artist, transitioning from traditional graffiti to creating intricate, thought-provoking murals that often explore social, political, and spiritual themes. One of his most famous murals, "Freedom for Humanity," created in London in 2012, received widespread attention for its controversial content. The mural was criticized for its alleged anti-Semitic imagery, leading to its removal. Mear One defended his work, explaining that it was meant to critique the global elite's control over resources and power, not to promote anti-Semitic conspiracy theories. Mear One's artwork has been exhibited in various galleries and museums, including the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Los Angeles. Despite facing criticism for some of his works, he has continued to create thought-provoking art, pushing the boundaries of street art and using it as a medium for social commentary.
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Mear One Freedom For Humanity Chrome Serigraph Print by Mear One
Freedom For Humanity- Chrome Limited Edition Serigraph Print with Chrome Foil on Hand-Deckled 290gsm Coventry Rag Fine Art Paper by Mear One Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2016 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 20 Artwork Size 20x27 "This piece, 'Freedom For Humanity,' symbolizes the attitude we should be taking regarding our rights as human beings. It's a play on George Orwell's 'Newspeak' from his novel 1984, where he combines and condenses words to create a new language. Language is so important for understanding what it means to be truly free. Yet, it is constantly being eroded, redefined, and replaced to suit the corporations and superficial consumer pop-culture trends for profit. People need translation out of our current language based on greed towards a more meaningful and insightful existence, using language based on our humanity, sharing, and cooperation. I want to inspire critical thought on the implementation of 'Newspeak' in our current Orwellian, media-blitzed reality." - Mear One. Dissecting' Freedom For Humanity' by Mear One Mear One has established himself as a consequential artist in street pop art and graffiti artwork, with "Freedom For Humanity" being one of his most compelling works. This Chrome Limited Edition Serigraph Print is more than a mere aesthetic indulgence; it is a testament to the artist's impassioned plea for linguistic and intellectual freedom. Limited to a series of just twenty signed and numbered pieces, the 2016 artwork, sized 20x27 inches, is printed on hand-deckled 290gsm Coventry Rag Fine Art Paper. This choice underscores the premium quality and the exclusiveness of the print. The Semantic Revolution Embodied in Art Mear One's creation is an interplay of visual and verbal languages, a critical response to the perversion of words in our contemporary society. This piece reflects not just Orwell's concept of 'Newspeak' but a broader commentary on the state of language and its role in human freedom. The artist's use of chromatic intensity and stark contrasts on the fine art paper is an eye-catching element of modern pop art and serves as a metaphor for the clarity and vibrancy that should accompany human communication. The central figure, a striking representation of defiance, holds a sign that boldly demands "Freedom for Humanity," symbolizing the fight against the manipulation of language by corporate and political forces. Mear One's message is clear: the erosion of language and the commodification of words for profit and power threaten the very fabric of our society. The artist seeks to inspire a reevaluation of how language is wielded and perceived in the modern age. His work implores us to transcend a lexicon rooted in greed and forge one grounded in our collective humanity. The message is a rallying cry for cooperation, sharing, and a reassessment of our values as a civilization. Embracing a New Lexicon for Human Empowerment The artwork bridges street art's raw expressiveness and the sophisticated discourse on human liberties. "Freedom For Humanity" is not merely Mear One's call to action; it is an invitation to introspect on the corporatization of our language and, by extension, our thoughts and freedoms. Through his serigraph, Mear One channels the power of Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork to ignite conversation and drive change. The piece doesn't just hang on a wall; it stands on the front lines of cultural discourse, challenging the viewer to break free from the Orwellian shackles of modern-day 'Newspeak.' Ultimately, "Freedom For Humanity" is a symbolic manifesto in art form. It is a reminder of the potency of words and the significance of their liberation. Mear One has contributed a visually stunning piece to the realm of Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork and embedded a profound message of liberation and unity within it. His work stands as a beacon for those who seek to understand the true meaning of freedom in a world where language is continually at risk of being co-opted by those in power.
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Mear One Are You Ready To Die For Your Country Silkscreen Print by Mear One
Are You Ready To Die For Your Country 6-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Heavy Fine Art Paper by Mear One Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. Artist: Mear One Creation Date: 2009 Edition: 81; signed and numbered Size: 20" x 26" Signed and numbered by the artist in pencil, this 6-color silkscreen art print is on heavyweight textured archival white colored paper.
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Mear One Dare to Defy Silkscreen Print by Mear One
Dare to Defy 3-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Heavy Fine Art Paper by Mear One Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. Artist: Mear One Creation Date: 2008 Edition: 80; signed and numbered Size: 18" x 24" Signed, numbered, and embossed by the artist in pencil, this 3-color silkscreen art print is on heavy weight archival white colored paper.
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Mear One New World Revolution Wood Panel Archival Print by Mear One
New World Revolution Print on Wood Panel Framed Ready to Hang by Mear One Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 13.5 x 18 in. (34.29 x 45.72 cm) Exclusive fine art wood print on 1/2" sustainable Birch, bright white finish hand signed and numbered by Mear One. Limited Edition of 20 prints "With Mother's Day". "Her golden halo bathes us in a warmth of spiritual wisdom, positivity, and choice, fist raised in the sky, not in anger, but universal solidarity and strength, perhaps serving as a reminder to us all that a revolutionary time is upon us, drawing focus upon the courageous role that women and children play in this politically charged era." - Mear One
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Mear One DMT Mountain Skatebaord Art Deck by Mear One
DMT Mountain Fine Art Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print Transfer on Cold Pressed Steep Natural Skateboard Deck by Street Artwork Graffiti Artist Mear One. 2020 Signed COA Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 8x31.875 Archival Pigment Print Transfer on Cold Pressed Steep Natural Skate Deck Size: 8 x 31.875 Inches Release: June 21, 2021
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