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D*Face- Dean Stockton Pop Tart- Yellow Silkscreen Fine Art Print by D*Face- Dean Stockton

Pop Tart- Yellow Hand-Pulled 7-Color Framed Silkscreen Print on 410gsm Somerset Satin White Paper by Artist D*Face- Dean Stockton Limited Edition Fine Art Artwork. 2007 Signed & Numbered Framed Limited Edition of 125 Artwork Size 30x29 Framed With a Large Custom Frame & Mat. Pop Tart (Yellow), 2007 Screenprint in colors on paper 30 x 29 inches (76.2 x 73.7 cm) (sheet) Ed. 125 Signed and numbered in pencil along the lower edge. Published by Black Rat Press D*Face Dean Stockton Pop Tart Yellow Silkscreen Print 2007 The 2007 Pop Tart Yellow silkscreen print by British artist Dean Stockton, professionally known as D*Face, is a seminal example of his satirical take on Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. Measuring 30 x 29 inches and pulled by hand in seven colors on 410gsm Somerset Satin White paper, this limited edition of 125 was published by Black Rat Press, one of London’s most influential print studios for contemporary street artists. Each piece is signed and numbered by the artist in pencil along the lower edge, affirming its authenticity and collectible status. Iconography and Cultural Critique The imagery in Pop Tart Yellow is unmistakably drawn from Andy Warhol’s famous Marilyn Monroe portraits, yet DFace overlays the glamorous visage with his own irreverent twist. Marilyn’s face is partially transformed into a skull, with hollowed eyes and dripping paint effect that speaks to both the fragility of celebrity and the inevitability of decay. Wing-like cartoon details sprouting from her head add a surreal, satirical touch, a reminder of the way fame often elevates cultural figures to mythical status even as it dehumanizes them. This duality between beauty and mortality is a recurring theme in DFace’s practice, amplifying the critique of idolization and mass media’s manipulation of public perception. Technique and Execution Executed as a seven-color silkscreen, the work combines bold flat colors with the grittier textures of drips and distressed detailing. The canary yellow background heightens the pop art vibrancy while creating sharp contrast with the black skeletal overlay and Marilyn’s bright red lips. D*Face’s choice of Somerset Satin 410gsm paper underscores the print’s status as fine art, marrying street aesthetics with museum-quality execution. This approach reflects his ability to bring graffiti-inspired design into the gallery setting without losing the edge and immediacy that characterizes his outdoor interventions. D*Face’s Role in Contemporary Street Art Dean Stockton, born in London in 1978, has established himself as a central figure in the global street art movement, blending punk-inspired graphics, comic book aesthetics, and pop culture satire. His works often interrogate themes of fame, consumerism, love, and mortality, using recognizable cultural icons as vehicles for commentary. Pop Tart Yellow stands as a key example of his strategy to remix the imagery of Warhol and Monroe, figures who themselves embody the commodification of beauty and celebrity. By injecting darker undertones and irreverent humor, D*Face transforms a pop art classic into a piece that resonates with contemporary audiences while questioning the very foundations of fame-driven culture. This limited edition silkscreen remains one of his most iconic fine art releases, bridging his graffiti roots with the collectible print market.

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Aaron Craig- Pop Mash A Night On The Town Original Acrylic Painting by Aaron Craig- Pop Mash

A Night On The Town Original One of a Kind Acrylic Painting Artwork on 270gsm Acrylic Canvas Stock by Popular Street Graffiti Artist Aaron Craig- Pop Mash. 2021 Signed Original Acrylic Painting Artwork Size 21x29 Artwork Specifications Artwork dimensions: 54cm x 74cm (21” x 29”) Medium: Acrylic paint on 270gsm acrylic canvas stock Signed and blind stamped by Aaron Craig

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$803.00

Television's Imprint on Street Pop Art & Graffiti

Since its inception, television has been a dominant cultural force, its screen a mirror reflecting, shaping, and sometimes distorting the society that tunes into its daily broadcasts. In the realm of street pop art and graffiti artwork, TV has carved its niche not merely as a medium for entertainment but as a rich source of inspiration and a canvas for commentary. Artists have co-opted the imagery and iconography of television, using it to critique our media-saturated environment. The TV set itself, with its classic box shape and antenna, has become a symbolic feature in many street artworks, symbolizing the pervasive influence of mass media on public consciousness.

Cultural Commentary Through Urban Mediums

The portrayal of television in street art often carries with it a duality; on the one hand, it represents the collective memories and shared experiences of generations raised in front of its glow. On the other hand, it is depicted as a tool of propaganda, a peddler of consumerism, and a shaper of reality that can lead to a passive, controlled society. Street artists utilize the television motif to discuss issues such as the loss of individuality, the manipulation of news, and the passivity of modern-day viewership. The medium of street art, known for its provocative and rebellious undertones, becomes an ironic choice for depicting television, as it traditionally serves as a counter-narrative to mainstream channels.

The Evolution of Television in Street Art

As television technology has evolved from the bulky cathode-ray tubes to the sleek flat screens of today, so has its representation in street pop art. The older television sets evoke nostalgia, a longing for simpler times. At the same time, modern screens can be seen as symbols of rapid technological changes and the continuous consumption of digital content. Graffiti artists and muralists alike have painted televisions with reverence and criticism, underscoring the device's role as a central fixture in daily life and as a mediator of the information flowing into the public sphere. The fusion of television themes with street art aesthetics also speaks to the power of visual communication. Just as television has been used to convey messages to a broad audience, street art captures the gaze of passersby, offering an unfiltered, often unsanctioned expression that might otherwise be censored on mainstream media. This makes the street wall a public television that broadcasts the community's diverse voices and talents. Street pop art and graffiti artwork that incorporate television challenge viewers to reconsider their relationship with the media they consume. By bringing the indoors out and plastering private consumption onto public walls, artists remind us of the communal roots of storytelling and the shared experiences that television can facilitate. Yet, they also ask us to be critical of the content that shapes our perceptions and to seek out our narratives in a world where reality and fiction are often intertwined on the small screen. Through this lens, television-themed street art connects to a common cultural thread and a disruption, encouraging individual thought and engagement in the urban landscape.