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The Raise- 17x10 Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on Museum Natural Fine Art Paper by Earth Crusher Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. "The Raise is my interpretation of the regular goings-on in the office life of the corporate elite. This piece is the largest of a 4 part series of billboards I built for my solo show "The Chosen One Percent" at Artgang in Montreal, Quebec, March 2016. I became interested in advertising and propaganda in the beginning of my art career and I especially liked the billboard as a medium and started experimenting with it. I see the billboard as being outside of the control of the people, a symbol of power and manipulation. I decided I'd build my own as an attempt to take that power and put it behind my own messages." - Earth Crusher

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Convergence Of Alternate Realities- HPM Hand Embellished Limited Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on 300gsm Museum Bright White Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Artist Ana Bagayan. Number 35 of 35, Hand-Embellished Archival Print on 300gsm Museum Bright White Fine Art Paper Size: 17 x 22 Inches Release: May 06, 2016 Run of: 35 "I created the piece partially in inversion so that the E.T. figure feels like a familiar dream. I wanted to recreate what it feels like to wake up from an exciting dream but to only grasp incoherent bits and pieces of it because the conscious mind is unable to decipher the nonlinear distorted timeline of events. The concept formed organically from a rough sketch to the finish. I didn't know exactly what this dream was going to be about until the image started to form in color. It went through many changes during the painting stage, as the story unfolded. While I think the relationship between the characters in the piece is all open to interpretation, the idea is that this is a place that exists in one's subconscious where they can access and experience multiple parallel dimensions at once. I named this particular place Germia, a word that my mind repeated during the construction of the piece." - Ana Bagayan

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I'm Sick Of That Fake Thug Dead Prez Silkscreen Print by Mark Drew Hand-Pulled on Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Artwork. 2019 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 200 Artwork Size 17x11 Silkscreen Print of Lucy van Pelt & Pig Pen Thinking "I'm Sick Of That Fake Thug RNB Rap Scenario" Mark Drew's Street Pop Commentary through Peanuts and Dead Prez Mark Drew’s 2019 silkscreen print titled I'm Sick Of That Fake Thug serves as a sharp and insightful fusion of music culture and nostalgic cartoon imagery. Known for his signature remixing of Peanuts characters with classic hip-hop lyrics, Drew pulls from the revolutionary voice of Dead Prez to create a vivid commentary on authenticity and street culture within the music industry. This hand-pulled silkscreen edition, limited to 200 signed and numbered pieces, measures 17 by 11 inches and utilizes bold visual contrast to reinforce its message. The print features Lucy van Pelt and Pig Pen in a stark black outline against a warm yellow-and-white backdrop, where Drew captures a moment of critique from Dead Prez's lyricism, visually anchoring it within the innocence of Schulz’s comic strip. Stylistic Juxtaposition and Cultural Subversion The work thrives on juxtaposition. The childlike familiarity of Peanuts is set against one of the most politically charged and socially aware hip-hop acts of the 2000s. Pig Pen, known for his disheveled appearance, is placed as the unexpected mouthpiece of frustration with inauthentic portrayals in the RNB and rap industry. This contradiction enhances the viewer’s engagement, forcing a reconsideration of cultural consumption. Drew’s consistent technique of overlaying vintage cartoon simplicity with potent hip-hop text transforms his prints into vehicles of cultural dialogue. This particular work uses its clean, silkscreened forms and expressive typography to deliver a punch of truth masked in humor and nostalgia. Process and Limited Format in Street Pop Art Executed as a traditional hand-pulled silkscreen print, Drew’s method aligns with the tactile history of street pop art and graffiti artwork. Each copy in this edition of 200 reflects the artist’s direct involvement and commitment to authenticity—ironically reinforcing the very critique embedded in the print’s message. The controlled color palette of black, yellow, and white gives the piece a visual rhythm that supports its lyrical source material while maintaining accessibility through recognizable characters. Drew’s prints are not mass-reproduced digital pieces but collectible fine art that maintains the rebellious soul of graffiti. Mark Drew’s Ongoing Hip-Hop Narrative Based in Tokyo, Mark Drew continues to elevate conversations around hip-hop, nostalgia, and cultural commentary through his street pop art works. His recontextualization of familiar American pop icons with global hip-hop culture continues to resonate across generations. By pairing Dead Prez’s critique with characters like Lucy and Pig Pen, Drew not only pays homage to lyricism and activism but also highlights how visual art can amplify the emotional and social truths found in music. Each print in this series carries not just artistic value, but a reflection of the ongoing dialogue between art, resistance, and authenticity.

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Naga Biru Purple Archival Print by Mateo Limited Edition on 290gsm Moab Entrada Fine Art Paper Pop Graffiti Street Artist Modern Artwork. 2025 Signed & Numbered Print Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 17x24 Archival Pigment Fine Art  Naga Biru Purple Archival Print by Mateo Mateo, the French-born artist also known as Mathieu Bories, creates commanding Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork that engages cultural identity, symbolism, and historical textile patterning with arresting contemporary portraiture. The 2025 print titled Naga Biru Purple exemplifies Mateo's celebrated technique of blending hyperrealistic faces with ornamental Persian rug motifs to produce rich and complex visuals layered with meaning. This limited edition archival pigment print, signed and numbered by the artist, is printed on 290gsm Moab Entrada fine art paper and is sized at 17 x 24 inches. It is part of a rare edition of just 50. Cultural Tapestry and Portraiture Collide Naga Biru Purple centers a dignified female figure, her skin rendered in deep purples that evoke mystery, strength, and elegance. Mateo overlays her face and the entire composition with golden filigree patterns inspired by Indo-Persian textiles and sacred geometry. The symmetry of these patterns acts not only as decorative overlays but also as symbolic armor—protection through heritage, beauty, and belief. The subject’s eyes are intense and still, contrasting the intricate motion of motifs that ripple across her face and body, and ultimately blending her with the elaborate textile background. Mateo’s portraits do not simply place the subject against ornate backdrops—they absorb and exalt them within them. Technique and Symbolism in Street Pop Art Mateo’s approach pulls from both street graffiti traditions and fine art disciplines. His work lives at the intersection of muralism, urban intervention, and fine printmaking. With Naga Biru Purple, he showcases the same refined control and graphic precision that is often visible in his public murals across Europe, North Africa, and Asia. By using archival pigment on Moab Entrada, Mateo elevates the print into a museum-grade art object while retaining the rebellious voice of the streets. The richly colored purples and golds of the piece speak to royalty and spirituality in various traditions, invoking a dialogue about heritage, diaspora, and representation. A Modern Icon Through Global Patterns Naga Biru Purple is more than a portrait—it is a visual synthesis of power, ancestry, and pattern. Mateo channels his subjects into icons that transcend the individual, making them vessels of collective identity and resilience. His work is at once deeply contemporary and timeless, merging street sensibility with ornamental reverence. The result is a Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork piece that resonates globally, speaking to issues of femininity, cultural visibility, and the richness of ornamental language as a form of storytelling. With this edition limited to 50, Naga Biru Purple is a powerful collectible for collectors of modern narrative-driven urban art.

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Employee of the Month Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on Fine Art Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Ben Frost. Ben Frost (b. 1975) Employee of the Month, 2014 Archival pigment print on Fine Art paper 17 x 17 inches (43.2 x 43.2 cm) (sheet) Ed. 28/65 Signed and numbered in pencil along the lower edge and published by 1xRUN, Detroit. Visual Dissection of Pop Culture "Employee of the Month" by Ben Frost is a limited edition archival pigment print that dissects and reassembles the fabric of pop culture within the context of street art and graffiti. This piece, created in 2014 and published by 1xRUN in Detroit, is a visually rich tapestry, infusing iconic imagery with subversive undertones characteristic of Frost's work. The print, measuring 17 x 17 inches, is a potent example of how street pop art and graffiti artwork can infiltrate the fine art world with its pulsating energy and color. Born in 1975, Frost has become known for his vibrant visuals that often incorporate elements from cartoons, advertising, and iconic brand imagery. "Employee of the Month" is no exception, featuring an amalgamation of figures from different realms of popular media. These images are not merely placed together but interwoven to create a narrative that speaks to the artist's and the viewer's shared cultural experiences. Subversion and Satire in Ben Frost's Art Frost's piece is a satirical nod to the recognition and rewards system prevalent in corporate culture, highlighted by the badge "Employee of the Month" amidst the chaotic backdrop of consumerist icons. The artwork delves into the themes of identity and recognition in a world saturated with branding and marketing messages. Each character and symbol is meticulously chosen to reflect the absurdity and sometimes the emptiness that can accompany the pursuit of accolades in a capitalist society. The print is signed and numbered by Frost, making each of the 65 editions a collectible piece of art. His signature not only authenticates the work but also marks it as an integral component of his artistic narrative, which often challenges the viewer to reconsider their relationship with the pervasive imagery of consumer culture. Interplay of Street Art and Archival Quality The use of archival pigment on fine art paper is a statement of the permanence Frost wishes to impart to his otherwise fleeting and ephemeral subject matter. While street art is often transient, the archival quality of these prints ensures that the vibrancy and message of the artwork endure. This duality mirrors street art and graffiti's short yet impactful nature – temporary in form but permanent in cultural impact. In summary, Ben Frost's "Employee of the Month" combines street art sensibilities and acceptable art practices, celebrating pop culture through a critical and often irreverent lens. This print stands as a testament to Frost's ability to create art that is both accessible and complex, offering a multifaceted critique of the world we navigate daily. Through his work, Frost continues to push the boundaries of street pop art and graffiti artwork, ensuring these genres' vital place within contemporary art discourse.

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Love Drug AP Giclee Print by Serge Gay Jr Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on 7mil Performance Bond Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. AP Artist Proof 2012 Signed & Marked AP Limited Edition Artwork Size 17x22

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Dead Meat Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on 300gsm Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Casey Weldon. "Each of the pieces was created using acrylic on a 16x16” piece of birch. Back in 2008, I did about 9 tiny headdress pieces, each featuring strange objects in an ornamental and ceremonial fashion. I liked the idea of using the craft of the headdress to display the objects and ideas we worship in modern society. After abandoning the idea for many years I came back to it last year with the intention of developing the original though in a more intricate, yet ambiguous fashion. Pun intended. These pieces were made in November of 2012 for the Prisma Collective’s group show “Second Sight” at Trifecta Gallery in Las Vegas." - Casey Weldon

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Roya HPM Hand Embellished Archival Print by Mateo Limited Edition Hand Painted Multiple on 290gsm Moab Entrada Fine Art Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. 2025 Signed & Numbered HPM Hand Embellished Print Limited Edition of 10 HPM Uniques Artwork Size 17x24 Archival Pigment Fine Art Roya HPM by Mateo: Sacred Identity Rendered Through Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork Roya HPM is a 2025 hand-embellished archival pigment print by French artist Mateo, produced in a limited edition of only 10 hand-painted multiples. Each edition within this exclusive HPM series is individually enhanced, transforming the fine art print into a one-of-a-kind mixed media statement. Printed on 290gsm Moab Entrada Fine Art Paper, the artwork measures 17x24 inches and carries the physical presence of a richly layered and deeply symbolic Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. Mateo’s combination of sacred geometry, cultural portraiture, and lavish visual language is fully realized in this exquisite piece. Symbolism, Ornamentation, and Personal Identity In Roya, the central portrait emerges from a tapestry of intricately detailed motifs, gold embellishments, and sacred ornamental patterns that frame and fill the subject’s face and body. The woman’s features are composed with sharp photorealistic clarity, yet Mateo overlays her identity with a reverent layering of design—a nod to heritage, divinity, and beauty. The use of golden motifs radiating from the subject’s cheeks echoes Islamic and Persian architectural elements, honoring spiritual aesthetics while grounding the figure in cultural specificity. The artwork suggests not just a face, but a monument to memory, ancestry, and pride. Mateo’s masterful stencil work and embellishment with hand-painted elements makes each HPM in the edition a singular interpretation of the larger concept. No two prints are the same, as the artist deliberately injects variations in pattern, gilded detail, and color saturation. The result is an artwork that feels both universally symbolic and personally devotional. Luxury Techniques with Urban Grit The tactile brilliance of Roya HPM stems from its hybrid creation process—archival pigment printing ensures sharp fidelity to Mateo’s original design, while the Moab Entrada paper provides a lush, heavyweight surface for further hand embellishment. Each embellishment is a conscious act of layering history and meaning, blending graffiti-adjacent aerosol energy with fine art methodologies. Mateo’s work straddles public and private space, from murals to gallery walls, and this piece captures the tension between those two domains. This HPM print reflects Mateo’s ability to turn the language of street art into sacred visual storytelling. Gold-painted filigree evokes spiritual icons while celebrating global cultural traditions often excluded from western fine art narratives. Roya becomes not only a portrait but a tribute—a face carrying generations of stories, both visible and veiled. Street Pop Art that Honors Culture and Memory Mateo’s Roya HPM is a rare convergence of craft, message, and material. It speaks to the essence of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork: the elevation of marginalized voices through visual spectacle and emotional resonance. The work feels regal and revolutionary, sacred and defiant. In Mateo’s hands, portraiture becomes a canvas for cultural restoration, not through nostalgia but through transformation. Roya is not merely seen—it is experienced, celebrated, and remembered.

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Yolanda Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Askew One Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2016 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 17x17 Since the ‘Thunderclap Headache’ piece from 2011 I’ve been consistently painting portrait works, either the left profile or straight on. The majority of these works are images of people from the Pacific region, mostly women who exude a strong sense of personal style and character. The main exception is when I travel I tend to try and paint someone from each place I go. Yolanda is Detroit local - we spotted her at a Red Bull House Of Art opening in Detroit's Eastern Market. After speaking with her and creating this piece I got a sense that she is a person with a story to tell and a very strong character." - Askew

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Choppa Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Fafi Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. By exploring femininity through stereotypes and using them to her advantage, Fafi not only knocked her male colleagues and competitors out of their socks, but she also locked toy manufacturing deals with Sony and Medicom, countless press stories and illustrations for Commons & Sense, Vogue, Elle, or The Face, big market collaborations with Adidas, M.A.C, Hennessy, Swatch, Samsung and Le SportSac, not to mention many solo and prestigious group shows in the most respected galleries around the globe.

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Day Dream Archival Print by Sarah Joncas Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Fine Art Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. 2019 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 60 Artwork Size 17x12 Archival Pigment Fine Art

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Offering- Standard Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Taylor White Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. "This is one of a few springboard pieces into my visual exploration of bodies in motion. It evolved from the idea of the phenomenal impact of the human body in space, the dance of the soul, and the flow of forms colliding. When using the body as a tool of explosive expression, one dares to take the journey into a territory that requires immense trust, the sacrifice of oneself on the altar of vulnerability. Dance, if done fully and authentically, renders the soul completely raw. I started studying a form of modern dance called Contact Improvisation, and that study has opened me up to a new set of curiosities which I’ve been able to explore both physically in space, and visually on the page. It became about the point of surrender, of the sacrifice of the ego and all its trappings. To 'dance' on paper has been entirely mind-opening and I’ve tackled it with a renewed spirit." - Taylor White

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Convergence Of Alternate Realities - Inverted Edition Limited Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on 300gsm Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Artist Ana Bagayan. AP Artist Proof. 300gsm Fine Art Paper Size: 17 x 22 Inches Release: August 15, 2014 Run of: 15

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Sweet Bee Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on 300gsm Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Casey Weldon. "Each of the pieces was created using acrylic on a 16x16” piece of birch. Back in 2008, I did about 9 tiny headdress pieces, each featuring strange objects in an ornamental and ceremonial fashion. I liked the idea of using the craft of the headdress to display the objects and ideas we worship in modern society. After abandoning the idea for many years I came back to it last year with the intention of developing the original though in a more intricate, yet ambiguous fashion. Pun intended. These pieces were made in November of 2012 for the Prisma Collective’s group show “Second Sight” at Trifecta Gallery in Las Vegas." - Casey Weldon

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Sanctuary Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Museum Natural Fine Art Paper by J.A.W. Cooper Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. "Sanctuary was created in 2013 as part of my solo show "Laid Bare" which explored vulnerability as both a source of strength and discomfort. The setting for the piece is of personal significance, a verdant cave at the top of a waterfall in Big Sur. This cave is full of stacked rocks left by previous visitors though in all of my visits I never encountered anyone inside, and so it has the air of a place of significance for many people traveling along parallel lines but not intersecting. The purpose of a "sanctuary" is to provide asylum in a time of stress or danger and this cave gave me peace at a time when I was letting go of one facet of my life and fostering the growth of a new one; the severed stag head and the fawn." - J.A.W. Cooper

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New! Archival Pigment Fine Art Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Entrada Paper by Artist Adam Caldwell Modern Artwork. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 20 Artwork Size 17x14 New! • Autographed archival pigment print • Printed on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper • 14 x 17 inches Hand-signed and numbered by artist Adam Caldwell in a limited edition of 20

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Speak To Me Light Silkscreen Print by Cleon Peterson on Hand Deckled 290gsm Coventry Rag Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. 2023 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 75 Artwork Size 17x22 Silkscreen Print Cleon Peterson is an artist whose work blends the aesthetics of pop art with the rawness of street art and graffiti, to create captivating pieces that address themes of violence, chaos, and social unrest. His art is characterized by an undeniable graphical potency, with stark figures often depicted in tumultuous or sinister settings, reflecting the more sinister aspects of society. His monochromatic or highly contrasting color palettes often lend an additional edge to his imagery, reminiscent of the urban grit and unconventional spirit characteristic of street art. His background in skateboarding culture and his time spent as a street artist in Los Angeles has significantly influenced his artistic style, blending elements of pop art's attention-grabbing graphics with the anti-establishment undercurrents of street art. What's more, Cleon’s works often exhibit the use of repeated patterns and figures, a technique that can be seen as a nod to the mass-produced style of classic pop art. However, it is crucial to note that his focus on dark subjects and narrative-driven scenes diverges from traditional pop art, which often features more lighthearted or commercial imagery. Cleon Peterson’s works are not only visually striking but also function as social commentaries, addressing topics such as power struggles and human savagery, and establishing him as an important figure in contemporary art that straddles the domains of pop, street, and graffiti art.

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Day Dream PP Printer Proof Archival Print by Sarah Joncas Limited Edition Print on 290gsm Moab Fine Art Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. PP Printers Proof 2020 Signed & Marked PP Limited Edition Artwork Size 17x12 Archival Pigment Fine Art Sarah Joncas' "Day Dream" and the Fusion of Street Pop Art "Day Dream" by Sarah Joncas is a compelling example of Street Pop Art, where the intimate subject matter often seen in pop art converges with the bold visual language of street art. This Printer's Proof (PP) archival print from 2020 is part of a limited edition, signed and marked by the artist, signifying its rarity and collectibility. Printed on 290gsm Moab fine art paper, this piece utilizes archival pigment, ensuring that the vivid colors and delicate shading remain as intended for years. Technical Brilliance in Modern Artwork The choice of Moab fine art paper tells of Joncas' commitment to quality. Known for its substantial feel and ability to render sharp, accurate colors, the paper is the perfect medium for "Day Dream," which relies heavily on subtle gradations of tone and color to achieve its dream-like quality. The use of archival pigment further adds to this print's allure, providing a level of detail and longevity essential for high-end Street Pop and Graffiti Artwork. Measuring 17x12 inches, the artwork offers a sizeable canvas that allows viewers to immerse themselves in the serene world Joncas has created. The Narrative Power of Joncas' Art The "Day Dream" narrative is as striking as its visual composition. The image of a woman in repose, intertwined with vibrant red poppies, suggests a narrative of escapism and serenity. Her peaceful expression allows viewers to project their longing or contentment onto the scene. This personal connection is a fundamental aspect of Street Pop Art, where public accessibility and emotional engagement with the artwork are paramount. Joncas captures this spirit by creating a visual story that is both unique and universal. Limited Editions as Cultural Statements The PP designation of "Day Dream" is significant within the art-collecting community. Printer's Proofs are often printed in tiny quantities and are used as a quality check before the complete edition is run. These proofs can differ slightly from the final edition, often making them more coveted by collectors for their uniqueness. Joncas' signature on the print confirms its authenticity and her direct involvement in its creation, adding a level of intimacy between the artist and collector highly prized in the Street Pop and Graffiti Artwork scene. Embracing the Essence of Pop Art "Day Dream" embodies the essence of pop art through its explicit, powerful imagery and the use of everyday iconography—in this case, the poppies—to elicit an emotional response. However, Joncas elevates this concept by infusing it with tranquility and introspection, often associated with fine art. This blurring of lines between pop culture and high art is a defining characteristic of Joncas' work and speaks to the versatility of Street Pop Art as a genre. In the landscape of contemporary art, Sarah Joncas's "Day Dream PP Printer Proof" holds a special place. It is an artwork that encapsulates pop art's evolving nature, embracing its roots in mass culture and its potential for profound personal expression. The archival quality of the print ensures that it will endure, allowing future generations to continue engaging with its timeless narrative and impeccable craftsmanship.

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Speak To Me Dark Silkscreen Print by Cleon Peterson on Hand Deckled 290gsm Coventry Rag Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. 2023 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 75 Artwork Size 17x22 Silkscreen Print Cleon Peterson, an influential figure in the global art scene, has been pivotal in the evolution of pop art, street art, and graffiti art. Born and raised in Seattle, Peterson moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career as an artist, carving a distinct place for himself in the art world with his graphic style and provocative subject matter. He has painted a vivid tableau of a dystopian world, where violence and chaos are recurring motifs. His work, recognized for its stark, black and white contrasts, embodies a critique of the power dynamics that pervade contemporary society. Despite the seemingly dark themes, Peterson's work carries significant resonance within pop art and graffiti aesthetics, utilizing powerful visuals and sharp social commentary akin to the works of predecessors like Andy Warhol or Keith Haring. His art is often seen as a mirror, reflecting the underlying aspects of society that many may find uncomfortable, but can't ignore, much like street art's function as an urban commentary. Peterson's art has not only adorned gallery walls, but has also found a home in public spaces and street corners worldwide. This adds to his reputation as a street artist, while his technique and skill have been able to bridge the gap between street art and traditional fine art. His art encapsulates the spirit of resistance, a cornerstone of graffiti art, giving voice to discontent and dissent in a visually striking way. Cleon Peterson's work has undeniably redefined the boundaries of pop, graffiti, and street art. His unflinching portrayal of societal issues, paired with his aesthetically robust style, contributes to an ongoing conversation about art's role in challenging norms and sparking dialogue. It is this dialogue that continues to affirm Peterson's place as an innovator and provocateur in the global art scene.

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This Is America Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on 300gsm Museum Natural Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Adam Caldwell. AP Artist Proof 2015 Signed & Marked AP Limited Edition Artwork Size 17x14 "I've waited my whole life to create artwork that incorporated my grandfather Erskine Caldwell's work. The show at White Walls was the perfect chance. He was the bestselling author of over 50 books including “Tobacco Road” and “God’s Little Acre”. The show was about my grandfather's work as a writer and my step-grandmother Margaret Bourke-White’s photography. This was the centerpiece of the show and was used for the postcard as well as advertisement for the show. While I was painting a series based on the novels written by my grandfather I was looking at the lurid pulp cover depictions of seductive southern women on his paperback editions, and the photography of his second wife Margaret Bourke-White. I was interested in his critically acclaimed, socially conscious portrayals of the economic and social conditions of southern sharecroppers, and how his publishers marketed his paperback books as softcore semi-pornography detailing the sex lives of their characters. Margaret Bourke-White’s photos also display an intense interest in race, class, and social problems." - Adam Caldwell

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In The Nature of Daydreaming No 2 PP HPM Archival Print by Helice Wen Limited Edition Hand Painted Multiple on 290gsm Fine Art Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. PP Printers Proof 2020 Signed & Marked PP HPM Acrylic Paint Hand Embellished Print Limited Edition Artwork Size 17x24 Archival Pigment Fine Art. Exploring the Fusion of Street Pop Art and Graffiti in Helice Wen's "In The Nature of Daydreaming No 2" The art world has witnessed a captivating blend of styles and mediums in recent times, exemplified by Helice Wen's "In The Nature of Daydreaming No 2". This piece is a stellar example of how modern artists are intertwining elements of street pop art and graffiti to create innovative, visually striking artworks. Released in 2020, this limited edition hand-painted multiple (HPM) archival print showcases Wen's unique vision, merging traditional fine art techniques with the raw, expressive energy of street art. Helice Wen, an artist renowned for her emotional and evocative work, brings a fresh perspective to pop art. Her piece "In The Nature of Daydreaming No 2" is particularly notable for its use of acrylic paint on 290gsm fine art paper, a choice that speaks to the blend of durability and delicacy in her work. The artwork, measuring 17x24 inches, is a testament to her mastery of both scale and detail. The Significance of Printers Proof (PP) in Contemporary Art The PP, or Printers Proof, edition of this artwork holds a special place in the art community. Traditionally, printer's proofs were seen as a part of the printmaking process, reserved for the printer's use and not typically for sale. However, in contemporary art, these proofs have gained value as unique pieces, often more sought-after than standard editions due to their rarity and the direct involvement of the artist. Wen's decision to sign and mark this piece as a PP HPM further elevates its exclusivity and appeal to collectors. Hand Embellishment: A Bridge Between Fine Art and Street Aesthetics The hand-embellished nature of this artwork is a crucial aspect of its charm and value. Hand embellishments in art involve the artist adding individual touches to each print, making every piece in the edition unique. In the context of Wen's work, this practice blurs the line between traditional fine art prints and street art's spontaneity and individualism. The use of acrylic paint for hand embellishments in "In The Nature of Daydreaming No 2" not only adds texture and depth to the piece but also infuses it with the raw energy characteristic of graffiti. Archival Quality and Its Role in Modern Art Preservation The use of archival pigment in fine art is another aspect that sets Wen's work apart. Archival pigments are known for their long-lasting quality, ensuring that the artwork does not fade or deteriorate over time. This longevity is essential for collectors and art enthusiasts who view the purchase of such pieces as an investment. The 290gsm fine art paper used in this print further contributes to its durability, striking an optimal balance between weight and texture. In summary, Helice Wen's "In The Nature of Daydreaming No 2" is a fascinating example of how contemporary artists are melding the worlds of street pop art, graffiti, and fine art. Through her choice of medium, hand embellishments, and attention to archival quality, Wen has created a piece that not only stands out in the modern art landscape but also challenges and expands the boundaries of traditional art forms.

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Blackbook- A Realistic Awareness Builds Pop Street Artwork Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Urban Graffiti Modern Artist DocTC5. 2019 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 25 Artwork Size- 17x14 Small Crease To Extreme Lower Left Facing Edge. Blackbook - A Realistic Awareness Builds by DocTC5 Blackbook - A Realistic Awareness Builds is a striking example of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork by DocTC5, a foundational figure in the legacy of New York graffiti. This 2019 limited edition giclee print captures the bold spirit of blackbook culture while paying tribute to the foundational aesthetics that shaped early graffiti movements. DocTC5, a long-standing member of the historic crew The Crazy 5 (TC5), brings decades of style writing mastery into a single composition that blends wildstyle lettering, figurative illustration, and symbolic motifs in a format traditionally reserved for sketchbook experimentation. Tribute to Style Writing and TC5 Legacy The work features DocTC5’s signature fusion of elaborate lettering and playful character design. The central graffiti piece, rendered in layered hues of magenta, burnt orange, and yellow, spells out ZAPRC in a stylized format characteristic of 1970s and 1980s NYC train-era wildstyle. The surrounding design elements are saturated with symbolism—the bold TC5 initials above the work reference one of the most influential graffiti collectives in the history of urban art. Beneath the piece, a female character in a diving motion floats over a white circle and luminous yellow-edged star containing the number 5, a visual cue linking the print back to The Crazy 5. The acronym ARAB—A Realistic Awareness Builds—appears in precise handstyle in the lower right corner, cementing the print’s narrative and purpose as a call to authenticity, evolution, and knowledge in graffiti practice. Giclee Fine Art with Street Authenticity Produced as a fine art giclee on archival paper, this edition balances museum-quality printmaking with raw street aesthetics. Measuring 17x14 inches, the print preserves the feel of an original blackbook page while offering a refined visual texture. This signed and numbered edition of 25 includes the artist’s embossed seal in the lower right corner, signaling both provenance and artistic intent. The slight crease noted on the lower left edge speaks not to damage, but to the lived quality that defines much of the graffiti world’s most valuable artifacts—these pieces are handled, shared, and carried, often reflecting the rough texture of the culture itself. Graffiti as Cultural Message and Collective Memory DocTC5’s Blackbook - A Realistic Awareness Builds is more than a nostalgic homage. It is a transmission of knowledge from one of the original New York graffiti writers to the contemporary audience, packaged in a format that echoes the sacred personal blackbooks of early graffiti. It blends vivid color palettes with structured complexity and energetic flow, reminding viewers that graffiti is more than public vandalism—it is a codified language, a form of rebellion, and a deeply expressive culture. With this edition, DocTC5 preserves the legacy of The Crazy 5 while inviting a new generation to explore what it means to write, remember, and evolve.

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Spirit Of The Fox Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Artist Ana Bagayan. Archival Pigment Print on 310gsm Fine Art Paper Size: 17 x 24 Inches Release: March 12, 2018 Run of: 35

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