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  • Cosmic Cat Blue Art Toy by Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets

    Dabs Myla Cosmic Cat Blue Art Toy by Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets

    Cosmic Cat- Blue Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Sculpture Collectible Artwork by Pop Modern Artist Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets. 2022 Limited Edition of 150 Artwork Size 7x12 New In Box Cosmic Cat (Blue), 2022 Limited Edition 12" Vinyl Toy 12 x 7 x 5 in (30.5 x 17.8 x 12.7 cm) Figure 13.2 x 9.5 in (33.5 x 24.1 cm) Cylindrical Box Edition of 150 3rd color-way of the Cosmic Cat vinyl toy from DABSMYLA, featuring one of their iconic and most recognizable characters! Cosmic Cat Blue Art Toy Print is a fascinating piece of work from Dabs Myla, a dynamic duo known for their distinctive contribution to the realms of pop art, street art, and graffiti. Initially hailing from Melbourne, Australia, this power couple has made a name for themselves by blending elements of fantasy, color, and charm to create a style that's distinctly their own. Their creation, the Cosmic Cat Blue Art Toy Print, marries both their love for cartoonish designs and their keen sense for adding a vibrant touch of color to the world. It's a dazzling testament to their belief that art should be fun, and their dedication to spreading positivity through their work. This print showcases a cat character, distinguished by its bright blue color, set against a backdrop of cosmic themes. It incorporates playful imagery with a degree of complexity, which is a clear hallmark of their work. Notably, Dabs Myla's style of art evokes a sense of nostalgia, harking back to the golden era of cartoons, while also integrating a modern, street-art influence. The Cosmic Cat Blue Art Toy Print demonstrates this intricate interplay perfectly, proving a shining example of their unique style. This print, with its distinctive blue cat character, is an imaginative journey into a universe of their creation, combining influences from pop and graffiti art to make a piece that is engaging, cheerful, and visually intriguing. Dabs Myla's work, including the Cosmic Cat Blue Art Toy Print, is indicative of the growing popularity and acceptance of street and graffiti art in the broader art world. Their innovative art toy print contributes significantly to the landscape of pop culture art, setting new trends, and inspiring countless artists globally. This piece is more than just a creation; it's an embodiment of the duo's passion, humor, and an invitation to viewers to see the world through a colorful and whimsical lens.

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    $415.00

  • Cosmic Cat Black Art Toy by Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets Cosmic Cat Black Art Toy by Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets

    Dabs Myla Cosmic Cat Black Art Toy by Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets

    Cosmic Cat- Black Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Sculpture Collectible Artwork by Pop Modern Artist Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets. 2022 Limited Edition of 150 Artwork Size 7x12 New In Box Cosmic Cat (Black), 2022 Limited Edition 12" Vinyl Toy 12 x 7 x 5 in (30.5 x 17.8 x 12.7 cm) Figure 13.2 x 9.5 in (33.5 x 24.1 cm) Cylindrical Box Edition of 150 Cosmic Cat Black Art Toy Print is a fascinating piece of work from Dabs Myla, a dynamic duo known for their distinctive contribution to the realms of pop art, street art, and graffiti. Initially hailing from Melbourne, Australia, this power couple has made a name for themselves by blending elements of fantasy, color, and charm to create a style that's distinctly their own. Their creation, the Cosmic Cat Black Art Toy Print, marries both their love for cartoonish designs and their keen sense for adding a vibrant touch of color to the world. It's a dazzling testament to their belief that art should be fun, and their dedication to spreading positivity through their work. This print showcases a cat character, distinguished by its bright Black color, set against a backdrop of cosmic themes. It incorporates playful imagery with a degree of complexity, which is a clear hallmark of their work. Notably, Dabs Myla's style of art evokes a sense of nostalgia, harking back to the golden era of cartoons, while also integrating a modern, street-art influence. The Cosmic Cat Black Art Toy Print demonstrates this intricate interplay perfectly, proving a shining example of their unique style. This print, with its distinctive Black cat character, is an imaginative journey into a universe of their creation, combining influences from pop and graffiti art to make a piece that is engaging, cheerful, and visually intriguing. Dabs Myla's work, including the Cosmic Cat Black Art Toy Print, is indicative of the growing popularity and acceptance of street and graffiti art in the broader art world. Their innovative art toy print contributes significantly to the landscape of pop culture art, setting new trends, and inspiring countless artists globally. This piece is more than just a creation; it's an embodiment of the duo's passion, humor, and an invitation to viewers to see the world through a colorful and whimsical lens.

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    $415.00

  • Neon MC Supersized Grin Art Toy by Ron English Neon MC Supersized Grin Art Toy by Ron English

    Ron English Neon MC Supersized Grin Art Toy by Ron English

    Neon MC Supersized Grin Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Ron English. Neon MC Supersized Grin' by Ron English, 2020 Collab. with toymaker Made by Monsters. 10 x 7" x 5" Inches Collectible soft vinyl art figure. Limited Edition NTWRK Exclusive colorway.

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    $406.00

  • Cosmic Cat Red Art Toy by Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets Cosmic Cat Red Art Toy by Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets

    Dabs Myla Cosmic Cat Red Art Toy by Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets

    Cosmic Cat- Red Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Sculpture Collectible Artwork by Pop Modern Artist Dabs Myla x Beyond The Streets. 2022 Limited Edition of 150 Artwork Size 7x12 New In Box Cosmic Cat (Red), 2022 Limited Edition 12" Vinyl Toy 12 x 7 x 5 in (30.5 x 17.8 x 12.7 cm) Figure 13.2 x 9.5 in (33.5 x 24.1 cm) Cylindrical Box Edition of 150 Cosmic Cat Red Art Toy Print is a fascinating piece of work from Dabs Myla, a dynamic duo known for their distinctive contribution to the realms of pop art, street art, and graffiti. Initially hailing from Melbourne, Australia, this power couple has made a name for themselves by blending elements of fantasy, color, and charm to create a style that's distinctly their own. Their creation, the Cosmic Cat Red Art Toy Print, marries both their love for cartoonish designs and their keen sense for adding a vibrant touch of color to the world. It's a dazzling testament to their belief that art should be fun, and their dedication to spreading positivity through their work. This print showcases a cat character, distinguished by its bright Red color, set against a backdrop of cosmic themes. It incorporates playful imagery with a degree of complexity, which is a clear hallmark of their work. Notably, Dabs Myla's style of art evokes a sense of nostalgia, harking back to the golden era of cartoons, while also integrating a modern, street-art influence. The Cosmic Cat Red Art Toy Print demonstrates this intricate interplay perfectly, proving a shining example of their unique style. This print, with its distinctive Red cat character, is an imaginative journey into a universe of their creation, combining influences from pop and graffiti art to make a piece that is engaging, cheerful, and visually intriguing. Dabs Myla's work, including the Cosmic Cat Red Art Toy Print, is indicative of the growing popularity and acceptance of street and graffiti art in the broader art world. Their innovative art toy print contributes significantly to the landscape of pop culture art, setting new trends, and inspiring countless artists globally. This piece is more than just a creation; it's an embodiment of the duo's passion, humor, and an invitation to viewers to see the world through a colorful and whimsical lens.

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    $415.00

Smile Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

The Emblematic Smile in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

The smile as a symbol holds a universal language of positivity, happiness, and amiability, transcending cultural and linguistic barriers. In street pop art and graffiti art, the smile has been a recurring motif, reinterpreted and reimagined by artists to convey messages that range from the sincerely optimistic to the profoundly ironic. Street pop art, in particular, has a history of taking quotidian symbols and infusing them with new life on the urban canvas. A smile in this context can be a powerful communicator, transforming the mood of a decrepit alleyway or a bustling city corner. In the hands of a street artist, the smile often transcends its simple, joyful beginnings. It can become a social commentary, a mask of the complexities and contradictions of human emotions, or a satirical jab at the commercialization of happiness. The smiley face, for instance, an icon that became a pop culture phenomenon in the 1970s, has been adopted and adapted by street artists around the globe. Its presence in street art is frequently laden with a sense of nostalgia. Yet, it's injected with contemporary concerns, echoing the sentiments of a generation connected by digital smiles through emojis and yet may feel profound disconnection in the urban sprawl.

Artistic Interpretations of the Smile in Urban Environments

The manifestation of the smile in graffiti artwork has often been far from the original intent of pure joy. It has evolved into a complex symbol expressing various emotions and societal critiques. Artists like Banksy have utilized the smile to challenge viewers' perceptions, juxtaposing the icon of happiness with scenarios that provoke thought about issues such as consumerism, surveillance, and identity. The smile becomes an ironic counterpoint to the gravity of these subjects, highlighting the contrast between the facade of societal happiness and the underlying issues that plague modern life. Moreover, the smile has been central to specific artists' oeuvre, acting as a signature motif representing their artistic identity. Some have taken the smile and distorted it, creating murals that showcase grinning faces with an edge of menace or melancholy, playing with the observer's expectations and emotions. In these instances, the smile does not signify happiness but serves as a visual paradox that underscores the complexities of the human condition. This evolution of the smile motif in street art reflects the genre's inclination to subvert and question rather than beautify.

The Duality of the Smile in Street Art Narratives

The duality of the smile in street pop art and graffiti artwork is a compelling aspect of its use. It can be both an emblem of shared joy and a communal mask hiding the multifaceted stories of a neighborhood. Murals and tags featuring smiles can unite communities, offering a bright spot in otherwise neglected urban landscapes. Conversely, they can also represent a collective facade, a commentary on the societal pressure to appear content and suppress authentic emotional expression. This dichotomy is evident in how the smile is sometimes portrayed in urban art—exaggeratedly large smiles on characters in a piece of art can seem almost dystopian, reflecting the tension between genuine happiness and the pressure to maintain its appearance. This representation can provoke discussions about mental health and the social expectation to suppress negative emotions in favor of a perpetually cheerful exterior. This capacity to embody dual meanings and provoke thought and conversation solidifies the smile's position in street art as a powerful symbol, capable of carrying weighty narratives within its simple curve.

The Cultural Significance of the Smile in Street Art

In the context of street pop art and graffiti artwork, the smile symbolizes the culture's ability to take universal symbols and charge them with new, often unexpected meanings. As a piece of iconography, it is malleable, able to carry the lightest of messages and the heaviest of societal critiques. Artists have harnessed the smile to communicate directly with the public, surprise, delight, and challenge the onlooker. Whether through a simple tag or a complex mural, the smile in street art reflects the diversity of human experience and the environment it inhabits. It is a testament to the genre's power to embed deep stories within simple signs, to engage the public in a dialogue without words, and to leave a lasting impression that continues to resonate long after the viewer has walked away from the artwork.

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