Ocean & Sea

2 artworks

  • Endless Summer Silkscreen Print by Faile

    Faile Endless Summer Silkscreen Print by Faile

    Endless Summer Silkscreen Print by Faile Hand-Pulled 10-Color on Lenox 100 Fine Art PaperLimited Edition Screenprint Artwork. 2024 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 250 Artwork Size 19x25 Silkscreen Print A Vibrant Celebration of Summertime Energy Endless Summer Silkscreen Print by Faile stands as a captivating example of how playful themes and bright color palettes can capture the exhilaration of leisure and escapism. This 19x25 inch print, created in 2024 and produced in a limited edition of 250, exudes an air of spontaneity. Hand-pulled using 10-color screenprinting techniques, the piece bursts with overlapping layers and a whimsical approach to composition. A woman in a striped swimsuit perches on a flamingo float, reminiscent of classic summertime motifs. Soft pastel clouds drift across a bright sky, while pop-inspired lettering spells out the title in an eye-catching style. The resulting composition blends elements of fantasy, humor, and nostalgia, allowing viewers to reminisce about warmer days spent soaking in sunshine and endless fun. Layers of Symbolism and Dreamlike Imagery Faile presents an intricate visual tapestry of pop culture references, subtle social commentary, and fantasy scenarios. In this print, the flamingo serves as a playful icon, symbolizing relaxation, novelty, and the often kitsch aesthetics associated with resort culture. The Capitol Records building in the background alludes to iconic music landmarks and the broader entertainment world, adding depth and humor. A polar bear drifts into the scene, bringing in a surreal contrast that sparks curiosity about climate, displacement, or simple absurdity. The layered aesthetic, produced through multiple screenprinting passes on Lenox 100 Fine Art Paper, enriches every inch of the surface. The viewer is encouraged to discover surprising details that reference both past and present cultural moments. This approach highlights Faile’s capacity to merge nostalgic echoes of vintage comics with modern commentary, ensuring the print resonates with diverse audiences. Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork Influences Faile, comprising artists Patrick McNeil and Patrick Miller, draws from decades of street-based imagery and techniques. Endless Summer Silkscreen Print encapsulates the unpredictable spirit commonly found in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, where advertising, billboards, and pop culture references are repurposed to form new narratives. This collage-like layering of visual cues is reminiscent of wheatpaste posters and ephemeral graffiti tags that once adorned urban landscapes. Bold outlines, bright chromatic bursts, and references to recognizable landmarks reflect the collision of fine art printing with the raw energy that emerges from the street. The resulting aesthetic retains a highly accessible quality while remaining sophisticated in technical prowess. Hand-pulled screenprinting techniques, combined with Faile’s signature remixing of styles, reinforce their position in the continuum of pop art traditions. An Irresistible Collectible for Contemporary Enthusiasts Endless Summer Silkscreen Print has become a sought-after piece among collectors who appreciate works that expertly merge vibrant, pop-infused visuals with refined craftsmanship. Fans value Faile for their flair in combining playful motifs with striking color combinations, resulting in art that can spark conversation in any setting. The limited edition of 250, each signed and numbered, guarantees exclusivity for those who add it to their collections. Additionally, the use of 10-color screenprinting on Lenox 100 Fine Art Paper underscores the care and precision that went into crafting each sheet. This attention to detail aligns with Faile’s reputation for dynamic designs that reflect both nostalgic influences and a decisive street-inspired edge. The print becomes more than a mere depiction of endless summer fun, instead functioning as a timeless fusion of pop culture, imaginative visuals, and technical artistry.

    $2,000.00

  • PangeaSeed West Coast Silkscreen Print by Jim Mazza

    Jim Mazza PangeaSeed West Coast Silkscreen Print by Jim Mazza

    PangeaSeed West Coast Limited Edition 6-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on 100lb Frech Speckletone Cover Stock Paper by Jim Mazza Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. PangeaSeed's second annual summer series of the groundbreaking Sea Walls: Murals for Oceans festival July 17-26 2015 in Cozumel, Mexico. Sea Walls: Murals for Oceans is the first movement of its kind helping to save our seas via public art and activism (ARTivism). PangeaSeed's second annual summer festival will feature over 25 renowned contemporary artists from across the globe collaborating to shine a greatly needed spotlight on pressing ocean environmental issues - while helping to educate and inspire individuals and communities to protect the planet's most important ecosystem: the ocean. 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.

    $217.00

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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