Reclaimed Recycled & Upcycled

7 artworks

  • Sexphyllum Classicum #03 - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Canlove Sexphyllum Classicum #03 Original Recycled Spray Paint Can Sculpture by Canlove

    Sexphyllum Classicum #03 Original 100% Recycled, Hand Cut Iron Lak Aerosol Paint Can Sculpture Artwork by graffiti street artist modern pop artist Canlove. 2015 Signed Original Mixed Media Spray Paint Can Paint Displayed With Custom Box Sculpture Artwork Size 8x8 Ready To Hang on Wall  "We dubbed these flower creations Metaliflora and we’ve been experimenting with different shapes and forms for a few years. We challenged ourselves to create the greatest and most efficient use of one recycled spray paint can. The flower bloomed naturally. This series is partially about us returning to our roots. When we started cutting these flowers we wouldn’t paint them as we often do now. We’ve been venturing into this raw approach with some of our other work. It feels right to introduce it with this series as well.The can popping process always produces a unique pattern inside the can because as the marble moves around inside it leaves its tracks on the wet paint. Each flower is cut by hand and no two flowers are exactly alike. Each one is completely unique. And every box we shipped had a custom paint job." - Canlove

    $201.00

  • Toronto Subway Map Yellow Original Spray Paint Painting by RIFF 170

    RIFF 170 Toronto Subway Map Yellow Original Spray Paint Painting by RIFF 170

    Toronto Subway Map Yellow Original Spray Paint Painting by RIFF 170 One of a Kind Artwork on Reclaimed Canadian Subway Train Map by Street Art Pop Artist. 2021 Toronto Canada Subway System Map Signed Spray Paint Painting Original Artwork Size 16x8  Toronto Subway Map Yellow by RIFF 170 – Original Spray Paint Artwork in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork Toronto Subway Map Yellow is a 2021 original spray paint artwork by pioneering graffiti artist RIFF 170, executed on an authentic reclaimed Canadian subway system map. Measuring 16 x 8 inches, this one-of-a-kind piece merges urban navigation with handstyle authority, marking a transnational moment in graffiti’s story where the New York originator imprints his legacy onto Toronto’s metropolitan layout. Using bold, freehanded spray techniques, RIFF 170 tags his iconic name—RIFF—across the map in large, towering block letters. Each letter is filled with textured, speckled fades in earthy browns and shadowy blues, while a vibrant yellow glow surrounds the form, acting like a halo of motion and noise. The style evokes the golden era of train writing while repurposing a static, informational object into a living, expressive surface. The transformation of this utilitarian subway map into a graffiti-stained relic turns the piece into both artwork and document—an artifact of place, travel, and aerosol mastery. Graffiti Legacy Across Borders RIFF 170 stands among the foundational figures of American graffiti. Rising through the ranks of New York’s early train bombers in the 1970s, his work helped set the blueprint for stylized lettering, color fill, and cartoon influence that would later dominate graffiti globally. In Toronto Subway Map Yellow, he brings that raw, original lineage to a Canadian context—layering a piece of Canada’s urban fabric with New York’s iconic name writing legacy. This transposition creates a visual dialogue between two major metropolitan systems, linking the experience of subway transit with the presence of graffiti as commentary, imprint, and movement. The Canadian map becomes a canvas of resistance, redefined by a writer whose name has crossed decades and borders without ever fading from relevance. Color, Texture, and the Use of Found Materials The piece’s color choices are purposeful and powerful. The central fill of each letter uses a burnt umber tone reminiscent of rusted steel, decay, and the surfaces of train cars after years of layering. Speckles of spray across the fill simulate grime and motion, creating a sense of depth and texture that evokes train yards and subway tunnels. The yellow outline glows like flashing signal lights, giving the letters a sense of urgency and highlighting their vibrancy against the dense layout of Toronto’s transit system. RIFF 170’s decision to paint over a subway map reinforces the graffiti tradition of using found, ephemeral materials—turning the everyday object of navigation into a symbol of movement with visual attitude. Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork in Real Time Toronto Subway Map Yellow stands as a contemporary example of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork at its most raw and honest. It takes a relic of public infrastructure and reclaims it as a message board, infusing the geography of Toronto with the iconic name of a Bronx legend. In doing so, RIFF 170 asserts graffiti’s relevance not just in the past but in the ongoing redefinition of urban art. This piece is as much about location as it is about identity—about the places that shape movement and the names that mark those spaces. RIFF’s classic, drippy outline and all-caps declaration carries the weight of history with the energy of now. It is an emblem of cross-border style, executed with spray, signed with legacy, and placed into the map of modern graffiti culture.

    $750.00

  • Quinqueflor Mordida #11 - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Canlove Quinqueflor Mordida #11 Original Recycled Spray Paint Can Sculpture by Canlove

    Quinqueflor Mordida #11 Original 100% Recycled, Hand Cut Iron Lak Aerosol Paint Can Sculpture Artwork by graffiti street artist modern pop artist Canlove. 2015 Signed Original Mixed Media Spray Paint Can Paint Displayed With Custom Box Sculpture Artwork Size 8x8 Ready To Hang on Wall "We dubbed these flower creations Metaliflora and we’ve been experimenting with different shapes and forms for a few years. We challenged ourselves to create the greatest and most efficient use of one recycled spray paint can. The flower bloomed naturally. This series is partially about us returning to our roots. When we started cutting these flowers we wouldn’t paint them as we often do now. We’ve been venturing into this raw approach with some of our other work. It feels right to introduce it with this series as well.The can popping process always produces a unique pattern inside the can because as the marble moves around inside it leaves its tracks on the wet paint. Each flower is cut by hand and no two flowers are exactly alike. Each one is completely unique. And every box we shipped had a custom paint job." - Canlove

    $201.00

  • Quinqueflor Mordida #09 - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Canlove Quinqueflor Mordida #09 Original Recycled Spray Paint Can Sculpture by Canlove

    Quinqueflor Mordida #09 Original 100% Recycled, Hand Cut Iron Lak Aerosol Paint Can Sculpture Artwork by graffiti street artist modern pop artist Canlove. 2015 Signed Original Mixed Media Spray Paint Can Paint Displayed With Custom Box Sculpture Artwork Size 8x8 Ready To Hang on Wall  "We dubbed these flower creations Metaliflora and we’ve been experimenting with different shapes and forms for a few years. We challenged ourselves to create the greatest and most efficient use of one recycled spray paint can. The flower bloomed naturally. This series is partially about us returning to our roots. When we started cutting these flowers we wouldn’t paint them as we often do now. We’ve been venturing into this raw approach with some of our other work. It feels right to introduce it with this series as well.The can popping process always produces a unique pattern inside the can because as the marble moves around inside it leaves its tracks on the wet paint. Each flower is cut by hand and no two flowers are exactly alike. Each one is completely unique. And every box we shipped had a custom paint job." - Canlove

    $201.00

  • Sexphyllum Classicum #14 - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Canlove Sexphyllum Classicum #14 Original Recycled Spray Paint Can Sculpture by Canlove

    Sexphyllum Classicum #14 Original 100% Recycled, Hand Cut Iron Lak Aerosol Paint Can Sculpture Artwork by graffiti street artist modern pop artist Canlove. 2015 Signed Original Mixed Media Spray Paint Can Paint Displayed With Custom Box Sculpture Artwork Size 8x8 Ready To Hang on Wall  "We dubbed these flower creations Metaliflora and we’ve been experimenting with different shapes and forms for a few years. We challenged ourselves to create the greatest and most efficient use of one recycled spray paint can. The flower bloomed naturally. This series is partially about us returning to our roots. When we started cutting these flowers we wouldn’t paint them as we often do now. We’ve been venturing into this raw approach with some of our other work. It feels right to introduce it with this series as well.The can popping process always produces a unique pattern inside the can because as the marble moves around inside it leaves its tracks on the wet paint. Each flower is cut by hand and no two flowers are exactly alike. Each one is completely unique. And every box we shipped had a custom paint job." - Canlove

    $201.00

  • Quinqueflor Mordida #04 - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Canlove Quinqueflor Mordida #04 Original Recycled Spray Paint Can Sculpture by Canlove

    Quinqueflor Mordida #04 Original 100% Recycled, Hand Cut Iron Lak Aerosol Paint Can Sculpture Artwork by graffiti street artist modern pop artist Canlove. 2015 Signed Original Mixed Media Spray Paint Can Paint Displayed With Custom Box Sculpture Artwork Size 8x8 Ready To Hang on Wall  "We dubbed these flower creations Metaliflora and we’ve been experimenting with different shapes and forms for a few years. We challenged ourselves to create the greatest and most efficient use of one recycled spray paint can. The flower bloomed naturally. This series is partially about us returning to our roots. When we started cutting these flowers we wouldn’t paint them as we often do now. We’ve been venturing into this raw approach with some of our other work. It feels right to introduce it with this series as well.The can popping process always produces a unique pattern inside the can because as the marble moves around inside it leaves its tracks on the wet paint. Each flower is cut by hand and no two flowers are exactly alike. Each one is completely unique. And every box we shipped had a custom paint job." - Canlove

    $201.00

  • Hello There Orange Original Spray Paint Art Can by Atomik

    Atomik Hello There Orange Original Spray Paint Art Can by Atomik

    Hello There Orange Original Spray Paint Art Can by Atomik Sculpture Drawing Artwork by Iconic Pop Culture Modern Artist.  2025 Signed Original Magic Marker Atomik Orange Smiling Face Reclaimed Spray Paint Can Painting Artwork Size 3x8 Hello There, Orange Original Spray Paint Art Can by Atomik The Hello There Orange Original Spray Paint Art Can by Atomik is a distinct piece of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork that exemplifies the artist’s commitment to transforming ordinary objects into personalized statements of identity and expression. Created in 2025 and signed by the artist, this artwork is drawn directly on a reclaimed spray paint can using a magic marker. The work features the iconic grinning orange face that has become synonymous with Atomik’s visual language. With bold black linework over a used Montana spray can, the piece merges the raw energy of graffiti materials with the intimate immediacy of a hand-drawn illustration. Atomik’s instantly recognizable orange face peeks forward with oversized, cartoonish eyes and a mischievous smile, encapsulating the spirit of his Miami-based street art heritage. Reclaiming the Tools of Expression as Art Objects Spray paint cans are a staple in graffiti and street art culture. They are tools of resistance, freedom, and self-expression. Atomik’s decision to turn a spray can into the canvas itself reflects a deeper ethos in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. Rather than discarding the medium once emptied, he reclaims it—transforming the functional into the collectible. The resulting artwork stands as both an homage to graffiti’s tactile process and a rebellion against traditional notions of fine art. Every dent, scratch, and warning label on the can becomes part of the finished aesthetic, grounding the orange character in the lived reality of street-level artmaking. This practice not only preserves a piece of graffiti history but recasts it as a standalone object worthy of admiration and discourse. The Smiling Orange and the Miami Identity The smiling orange has its roots in Atomik’s personal response to the demolition of Miami’s beloved Orange Bowl stadium, a landmark of civic pride. Atomik reimagined the orange as a graffiti character that pays tribute while asserting a uniquely Floridian flavor. Over the years, it has appeared on freight trains, abandoned buildings, and murals, becoming one of the most widely recognized characters in contemporary graffiti. On this specific spray paint can, the orange floats in contrast against a sea of fine print, warnings, and hazard symbols. This juxtaposition of regulatory text and unruly character speaks to the tension between control and freedom, legality and expression. It also reflects the artist’s ongoing commentary on reclaiming space and materials for cultural storytelling. Graffiti as Sculpture and Collectible Commentary This hand-drawn reclaimed can is not only a visual piece but a sculptural one. The cylindrical form allows the artwork to live in three dimensions, giving viewers the opportunity to see how street art evolves when it enters a more permanent and collectible format. Unlike traditional canvas or digital prints, the use of the spray can physically and conceptually connects the viewer to the graffiti process. Atomik’s signature on the base further authenticates the piece, anchoring it in his artistic lineage and practice. As Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork continues to push boundaries, works like the Hello There Orange Spray Can stand at the forefront, showing that even a once-discarded object can become a celebrated artifact when touched by the right artist’s hand.

    $225.00

Reclaimed Recycled & Upcycled Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

Reclaimed and Upcycled Materials: A Resourceful Revolution in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

Recycled Materials in Urban Artistic Expression

Reclaimed and upcycled art mediums have surged in popularity within the street pop art and graffiti art communities, becoming a cornerstone for artists as concerned with sustainability as they are with creativity. These materials, often rescued from the refuse of consumer culture, are transformed and given a second life as part of a new artistic creation. The reuse of materials not only serves a practical purpose but carries a powerful message about consumption, waste, and the potential for regeneration. 

Upcycling in Artistic Techniques and Media

The techniques and media involved in upcycled art are as diverse as the materials. Artists may employ anything from discarded cans and bottles to old signage and defunct technology as their canvases. Repurposing these items often involves deconstructing their original form, followed by a creative reconstruction into something that stands apart from its prior utilitarian purpose. The process is both a physical and a conceptual transformation, which imbues the artwork with layers of meaning and history.

The Aesthetics of Upcycled Art

Aesthetically, upcycled art can range from rough and industrial to sleek and sophisticated, depending on the artist's intentions and the materials used. The inherent textures, colors, and forms of reclaimed items provide a rich tapestry for artists to work with. This resourcefulness in material choice often leads to unique and unexpected visual outcomes, challenging traditional notions of what mediums are appropriate for art-making.

Cultural Impact of Reclaimed Art Media

Culturally, using reclaimed art media in street pop art and graffiti has had a profound impact. It is a form of expression that aligns with the ethos of the street art movement, which often seeks to make powerful statements in accessible ways. By utilizing readily available and often overlooked materials, artists make a statement about resourcefulness and the potential for beauty in the mundane. It also serves as a commentary on environmental issues, urging viewers to consider their daily consumption habits and the lifecycle of the objects they use.

Innovation and Evolution of Upcycled Art Forms

The innovation and evolution of upcycled art forms continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in street pop art and graffiti. Artists are continually finding new methods to incorporate reclaimed materials into their work, exploring the limits of these mediums and the messages they can convey. The practice also reflects a shift towards more conscious art-making, where the impact on the environment is considered alongside the aesthetic value of the piece. Reclaimed and upcycled mediums have carved out a vital space in street pop art and graffiti, reflecting a growing trend toward sustainability and consciousness in art. These materials, once discarded, are seen through a new lens, their potential for rebirth and transformation celebrated and utilized. In the hands of visionary artists, what was once considered waste is re-envisioned as an essential part of the creative process, challenging both artists and viewers to reconsider the value of what is thrown away. This practice not only diversifies the media used in urban art but also contributes to a broader conversation about sustainability, creativity, and the role of art in society.
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