Ocean & Sea

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  • Aki Sharks #3 Drawing - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Akinori Oishi Aki Sharks #3 Original Marker Drawing by Akinori Oishi

    Aki Sharks #3 Original Marker Hand Drawing on Canvas by modern trending street art artist Akinori Oishi. 2014 Signed Original Marker Drawing on Unstretched Canvas Artwork Size 11x13.25 Printed Oceans is PangeaSeed Foundation's fine art print program that raises awareness and educates about pressing marine environmental issues through the lens of some of today's most respected creative minds. Since 2012, we have released over 100 original fine art print editions that highlight endangered marine species and ocean habitats. These stunning editions help to bring important conservation stories into homes and workspaces the world over creating critical dialogue and inspiring positive action. Through the purchase of these carefully hand-crafted, limited edition artworks, you are not only powering the groundbreaking work of PangeaSeed Foundation in communities across the globe but also contributing to the livelihoods of our supporting ARTivists. Together, via art and activism, we can help save our oceans.

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    $489.00

  • Aki Sharks #2 Drawing - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Akinori Oishi Aki Sharks #2 Original Marker Drawing by Akinori Oishi

    Aki Sharks #2 Original Marker Hand Drawing on Canvas by modern trending street art artist Akinori Oishi. 2014 Signed Original Marker Drawing on Unstretched Canvas Artwork Size 11x13.25 Printed Oceans is PangeaSeed Foundation's fine art print program that raises awareness and educates about pressing marine environmental issues through the lens of some of today's most respected creative minds. Since 2012, we have released over 100 original fine art print editions that highlight endangered marine species and ocean habitats. These stunning editions help to bring important conservation stories into homes and workspaces the world over creating critical dialogue and inspiring positive action. Through the purchase of these carefully hand-crafted, limited edition artworks, you are not only powering the groundbreaking work of PangeaSeed Foundation in communities across the globe but also contributing to the livelihoods of our supporting ARTivists. Together, via art and activism, we can help save our oceans.

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    $489.00

  • Make Room for the Emptiness Silkscreen Print by Jim Houser

    Jim Houser Make Room for the Emptiness Silkscreen Print by Jim Houser

    Make Room for the Emptiness Silkscreen Print by Jim Houser Hand-Pulled 6-Color on Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Artwork. 2009 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 Artwork Size 11x14 Silkscreen Print Jim Houser's "Make Room for the Emptiness" Silkscreen Print "Make Room for the Emptiness" is a captivating six-color silkscreen print by Jim Houser, an artist whose work is often categorized within the spheres of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork. Created in 2009, this piece reflects Houser's distinctive visual language, combining iconography, symbolism, and animal elements to create compositions that communicate complex narratives and evoke emotional responses. The artwork measures 9 x 12 inches on 11 x 14 inches of fine art paper, meticulously hand-pulled to ensure the highest quality in silkscreen printing. This process allows for the vivid colors and intricate details that characterize Houser's work to be reproduced with precision and depth. The limited edition run of 200 pieces speaks to the exclusivity and collectability of "Make Room for the Emptiness," making it a sought-after piece for enthusiasts and collectors alike. Each print in the series is signed and numbered, underscoring its authenticity and the artist's direct involvement in its creation. Houser's artwork often explores the interplay between animals and images, where each element informs the other to create a cohesive whole. "Make Room for the Emptiness" exemplifies this approach, with its visually arresting character set against a stark background. The dynamic quality of the piece is palpable, with the figure's eyes and the surrounding elements drawing the viewer into a personal and universal narrative. The title, "Make Room for the Emptiness," suggests a contemplative approach to space, both physically and emotionally. Houser's work invites viewers to consider the voids and spaces within their lives, perhaps as potential growth or reflection areas. Like much of Houser's work, this piece transcends the visual to become a meditative object, encouraging introspection and interpretation. In the context of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork, Jim Houser stands out as an artist who bridges the gap between street culture and fine art. His work retains the immediacy and accessibility of street art while also incorporating the refinement and complexity of gallery-oriented pieces. "Make Room for the Emptiness" is a testament to this balance, embodying graffiti's raw, expressive qualities with the precision and technique of silkscreen printmaking. Moreover, each print comes with a signed and numbered Certificate of Authenticity, providing additional assurance of its origin and status as a genuine piece of Houser's oeuvre. This document guarantees the print's authenticity and adds to its value as a document of the artist's work. "Make Room for the Emptiness" is a significant piece within Jim Houser's body of work, encapsulating his unique approach to art-making. This limited edition silkscreen print is a vibrant example of how Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork can be visually compelling and emotionally resonant. Houser's integration of text and image, combined with his nuanced use of color and form, creates a piece rich in meaning and ripe for reflection. As with all his work, this print invites viewers to engage with the art personally, offering a window into the artist's mind and inner landscapes.

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    $98.00

  • Aki Sharks #1 Drawing - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Akinori Oishi Aki Sharks #1 Original Marker Drawing by Akinori Oishi

    Aki Sharks #1 Original Marker Hand Drawing on Canvas by modern trending street art artist Akinori Oishi. 2014 Signed Original Marker Drawing on Unstretched Canvas Artwork Size 11x13.25 Printed Oceans is PangeaSeed Foundation's fine art print program that raises awareness and educates about pressing marine environmental issues through the lens of some of today's most respected creative minds. Since 2012, we have released over 100 original fine art print editions that highlight endangered marine species and ocean habitats. These stunning editions help to bring important conservation stories into homes and workspaces the world over creating critical dialogue and inspiring positive action. Through the purchase of these carefully hand-crafted, limited edition artworks, you are not only powering the groundbreaking work of PangeaSeed Foundation in communities across the globe but also contributing to the livelihoods of our supporting ARTivists. Together, via art and activism, we can help save our oceans.

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    $489.00

  • Cecaelia Archival Pigment Print by Sarah Joncas

    Sarah Joncas Cecaelia Archival Pigment Print by Sarah Joncas

    Cecaelia Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on Fine Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Sarah Joncas. 2018 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 11x14

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    $99.00

  • Sirena Tiburon Archival Print by Tatiana Suarez

    Tatiana Suarez Sirena Tiburon Archival Print by Tatiana Suarez

    Sirena Tiburon Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Tatiana Suarez Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Tatiana Suarez is an artist based in Miami, Florida. Her charming style is distinctive -- the trademark eyes draw the viewer into a beautiful and surreal world. Rich with symbols that stem from her Brazilian and El Salvadorian heritage, subjects appear as if they are underwater, frozen in lovely stillness. The doe-eyed figures look childlike, but also exude sexual overtones, ornamented with plants, insects, and other unsettling accompaniments. Beauty is presented concurrently with exotic -- even creepy -- creatures to create enchanted narratives.

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    $209.00

Ocean & Sea

Maritime Motifs in Contemporary Art

The ocean has been a boundless source of inspiration across various art forms for centuries. In the domains of pop art, street art, and graffiti, it takes on a new life, serving as both subject and symbol. Artists have harnessed the allure of the sea and the mystique of its depths to challenge viewers, provoke thought, and communicate poignant messages through their creations. The vastness of the ocean is reflective of the infinite possibilities within these art movements, enabling a diverse range of expressions, from the critique of pollution to the celebration of marine life.

Environmental Commentary through Ocean Imagery

Within the urban canvases of cities around the world, street and graffiti artists employ oceanic imagery to raise awareness about environmental concerns. These artworks often feature marine creatures entangled in plastic or oil spills, pointing to the devastating impact of human waste and chemical pollutants on oceanic ecosystems. Pop artists in galleries harness similar themes, using bright colors and familiar icons to draw attention to the need for ocean conservation. The visual shock of seeing sea life juxtaposed with symbols of human negligence brings the message home to an audience that might otherwise remain disengaged from environmental advocacy.

Street Art and Graffiti: Nautical Narratives

Graffiti and street art are particularly potent in conveying narratives of oceanic proportions. They transform public spaces into forums for dialogue, bringing the narratives of the sea to those who may have never dipped their toes in its waters. These pieces range from murals of epic underwater scenes to the intricate tagging of sea creature silhouettes, each artist contributing their unique wave to the ocean of urban expression. This form of art is transient, much like the tides themselves, often here today and gone tomorrow, which underlines the urgent message of many ocean-inspired street artworks – the fleeting beauty of our seas amidst the strain of human influence.

Cultural Currents and Pop Art's Oceans

Pop art’s treatment of ocean themes delves into the cultural currents of society, making the familiar unfamiliar and encouraging onlookers to reconsider their relationship with the marine world. Iconography like the simple wave, a ship in peril, or a bottle with a message inside, become infused with new meaning in a pop art context. This artwork might be found gracing the walls of boutique seaside cafes or the galleries of coastal cities, capturing the zeitgeist of an era increasingly concerned with the plight of our planet’s waters.

Artistic Advocacy and the Sea

The unifying thread in the depiction of oceans across these art forms is the underlying advocacy for marine preservation and environmental activism. Artists like Shepard Fairey, with his "Obey Giant" campaign, intertwine commercial iconography with messages that critique consumption and environmental disregard. This approach has been instrumental in not just beautifying spaces but in steering conversations towards the health of our oceans. The sea, with its profound beauty and depth, is a powerful protagonist in the narratives constructed by these artists, a testament to the critical role art plays in echoing the issues of our time. Each wave of artistic interpretation brings the ocean closer to those who encounter it, allowing the sea to flow through concrete jungles and into the hearts and minds of an urban populace. This body of work continues to expand, driven by the tides of creativity and the currents of social consciousness, anchoring the ocean firmly in the fabric of contemporary art.

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