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Enamored Die-Cut Wood- Pink Limited Multiple on Laser Cut Wood Panel ready to hang by Buff Monster Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2021 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 45 Pink Colorway Artwork Size 14.5 x 13.5 inches (37 x 34 cm) "I've wanted to do a silkscreened die-cut wood print for years! Finally, I have done it! They are all painted by me, too; the light pink background and the black on the sides have all been painted by me. The colors on a silkscreen edition are always much brighter." -Buff Monster Buff Monster, a New York-based street artist renowned for his vibrant and whimsical work in modern pop art and graffiti, presents "Enamored Die-Cut Wood- Pink." This limited edition artwork, part of a series of 45, is a testament to Buff Monster's commitment to innovation and craftsmanship in street pop art. Each piece, sized 14.5 x 13.5 inches, is meticulously crafted on laser-cut wood panels, primed for display without additional framing. The artwork features Buff Monster's signature motif: the melting Mister Melty character, often associated with joy, love, and the steadfast passage of time. The character's singular eye and the heart motif are done in a striking pink colorway, a hue recurrent in Buff Monster's work, symbolizing optimism and vitality. This particular edition is further enhanced by Buff Monster's hand, with the light pink background and the black sides personally painted by the artist, adding a layer of intimacy and authenticity to each print. As with traditional silkscreen prints, "Enamored Die-Cut Wood- Pink" colors are vivid and saturated, displaying Buff Monster's preference for bright, eye-catching palettes that bring his characters to life. The die-cut wood medium adds a sculptural dimension to the piece, offering a tactile experience that differs from two-dimensional prints. This multi-dimensional quality reflects the dynamism of street pop art, which often interacts with its environment unexpectedly. Buff Monster's creation is more than a mere decorative piece; it's a slice of street culture, a manifestation of the artist's influences drawn from Japanese culture, classic graffiti, and American cartoon aesthetics. The "Enamored Die-Cut Wood- Pink" edition represents a marriage of these inspirations, encapsulating the playful and irreverent spirit that defines Buff Monster's artistic practice and the broader street pop art movement. This work is a colorful ode to the melting wonders of life, love, and the enduring power of art to evoke emotion and provoke thought.

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Happy 3D Die-Cut Wood UV Archival Print on Laser Cut Wood Panel ready to hang by Buff Monster Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2020 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 205 Happy 3D UV Colorway Artwork Size 14.5 x 13.5 inches (37 x 34 cm) "I painted a similar (and smaller) painting on wood for my show last year, and it sold immediately. So I've redrawn the line work for this new print, which measures approximately 14.5" x 13.5". The art is UV printed on wood, the sides are painted by hand, and the back is signed and numbered.." -Buff Monster. Buff Monster's "Happy 3D" brings joy to street pop art and graffiti artwork through the innovative use of UV archival printing on laser-cut wood panels. This 2020 limited edition, consisting of 205 pieces meticulously signed and numbered by the artist, is a true testament to Buff Monster's dedication to his craft. Sized at 14.5 x 13.5 inches, the artwork captures the essence of Buff Monster's distinctive style, with its signature melting characters and vibrant pink hues that have become iconic in the street art scene. The "Happy 3D UV Colorway" edition showcases the unique capabilities of UV printing, a technique that ensures longevity and resistance to fading. This durability is critical for street pop art, which often grapples with the ephemeral nature of its original context—city walls and public spaces. By employing this technology, Buff Monster creates a lasting work of art that maintains the color vibrancy and detail in his more significant mural works. Each "Happy 3D" series piece is carefully crafted, featuring hand-painted sides that add a personal touch, blurring the lines between mass-produced prints and one-of-a-kind art. The laser-cut wood provides a three-dimensional quality that brings the melting figures to life, allowing them to leap off the wall in a way that flat canvas cannot capture. This depth and texture are a nod to graffiti art's tactile nature, which invites visual and physical interaction. Buff Monster's work is deeply rooted in the pop culture lexicon, drawing inspiration from a variety of sources, including Japanese kawaii culture, which he melds with his vibrant aesthetic to comment on the nature of happiness, the fluidity of time and the fleeting beauty of life. The "Happy 3D" series epitomizes this blend, offering collectors and enthusiasts a piece of the jubilant and often irreverent world Buff Monster creates. As a collectible, "Happy 3D" is a significant piece of modern pop art and graffiti. It's a celebration of the medium's evolution, showcasing how traditional street art can transcend its outdoor beginnings to find a permanent place in the homes and galleries of fans while maintaining the spirit and energy that defines street art's appeal.

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