Ocean & Sea

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  • Gods of the South Seas Silkscreen Print by Jacob Borshard

    Jacob Borshard Gods of the South Seas Silkscreen Print by Jacob Borshard

    Gods of the South Seas Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Jacob Borshard Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Jacob Borshard presents one hundred and eighty small Polynesian Gods. ‘Being a portable depiction of the various Idols catalogued by Sir Beebort York aboard the H.M.S. Terrier, helmed by the esteemed Captain George Blueberry, upon his recent explorations of the last unseen waters of the far South Seas. Engraved by J. Shardsley for the Encyclopaedia Novus Plumbeus, 1790. Additional copies available for two penny apiece from Gooseberry Bros. Ltd., London.’

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    $194.00

  • Moon Over Biloxi- White Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Moon Over Biloxi- White Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Moon Over Biloxi- White 1-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Shepard Fairey Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. White Variant Signed & Numbered Moon Over Biloxi Screen Print 18 x 24 inches Edition of 200 July 27, 2010. "The title of this print “Moon Over Biloxi” is a tribute to the Dead Kennedy’s song “Moon Over Marin”. In 1984 I picked up maybe my 4th punk record which was the 2nd Dead Kennedy’s album “Plastic Surgery Disasters”. The album is a great listen all the way through and includes some blistering tunes like “Riot” and “Bleed For Me” laced with social commentary. The surprise song though is “Moon Over Marin”… detractors have called it the Dead Kennedy’s “U2” song, but I disagree. “Moon Over Marin” is more melodic than most DK, but juxtaposed with the darkness of the lyrics, the song evokes a powerful sense of existential melancholy. I think the concept that struck me, and stuck with me, is that our disrespect of each other and the planet may doom us, but things will continue without us. I think it is healthy to recognize impermanence, but also to appreciate the value of the ephemeral. Moonlight, real or electric, will probably be around, but what it will be casting light on is the real question. There will always be a moon over Biloxi." -Shepard

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    $1,250.00

  • Gods of the South Seas Glow Silkscreen Print by Jacob Borshard

    Jacob Borshard Gods of the South Seas Glow Silkscreen Print by Jacob Borshard

    Gods of the South Seas Glow in the Dark Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Jacob Borshard Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2010 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 18x24 Jacob Borshard presents one hundred and eighty small Polynesian Gods. ‘Being a portable depiction of the various Idols catalogued by Sir Beebort York aboard the H.M.S. Terrier, helmed by the esteemed Captain George Blueberry, upon his recent explorations of the last unseen waters of the far South Seas. Engraved by J. Shardsley for the Encyclopaedia Novus Plumbeus, 1790. Additional copies available for two penny apiece from Gooseberry Bros. Ltd., London.’

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    $198.00

  • Sea Also Rises, Camino Cats Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

    Tim Doyle Sea Also Rises, Camino Cats Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

    Sea Also Rises, Camino Cats Limited Edition 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Artist Tim Doyle. 2010 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 160 4th Edition Artwork Size 24x18

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    $253.00

  • Jacob and the Man In Black AP Silkscreen Print by Jeff Soto

    Jeff Soto Jacob and the Man In Black AP Silkscreen Print by Jeff Soto

    Jacob and the Man In Black 4-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Jeff Soto Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. AP Artist Proof. 2010 18x24 Signed Numbered Lost TV Tribute

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    $229.00

  • Moon Over Biloxi Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Shepard Fairey- OBEY Moon Over Biloxi Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

    Moon Over Biloxi 1-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Shepard Fairey Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. Signed & Numbered Moon Over Biloxi Screen Print 18 x 24 inches Edition of 400 July 27, 2010. "The title of this print “Moon Over Biloxi” is a tribute to the Dead Kennedy’s song “Moon Over Marin”. In 1984 I picked up maybe my 4th punk record which was the 2nd Dead Kennedy’s album “Plastic Surgery Disasters”. The album is a great listen all the way through and includes some blistering tunes like “Riot” and “Bleed For Me” laced with social commentary. The surprise song though is “Moon Over Marin”… detractors have called it the Dead Kennedy’s “U2” song, but I disagree. “Moon Over Marin” is more melodic than most DK, but juxtaposed with the darkness of the lyrics, the song evokes a powerful sense of existential melancholy. I think the concept that struck me, and stuck with me, is that our disrespect of each other and the planet may doom us, but things will continue without us. I think it is healthy to recognize impermanence, but also to appreciate the value of the ephemeral. Moonlight, real or electric, will probably be around, but what it will be casting light on is the real question. There will always be a moon over Biloxi." -Shepard

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    $850.00

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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