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Krink 1000% BE@RBRICK Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Urban Collectable Art Figures
2021 New In Box Krink 1000% Be@rbrick Art Toy by Craig Costello x Medicom
BE@RBRICK Meets Krink: An Intersection of Street Art and Collectible Culture
The collaboration between Craig Costello, the mastermind behind Krink, and Medicom Toy's BE@RBRICK is a contemporary tale where street art meets designer toy culture. This partnership gave birth to a limited edition series of the 1000% BE@RBRICK, a 27.5-inch vinyl art toy that encapsulates the iconic visual language of Krink in a collectible form. Released in 2021, this crossover is a testament to the ever-expanding influence of street pop art and graffiti artwork in mainstream culture.
Craig Costello's Krink: A Signature Style in Vinyl
Craig Costello, widely known in the art community as 'KR,' has become an influential figure in the street art scene, particularly for his contributions to graffiti through the development of Krink, a brand of high-quality inks and markers. His signature style is characterized by bold, dripping lines that evoke a sense of motion and raw energy, elements that are masterfully translated onto the BE@RBRICK canvas. The Krink 1000% BE@RBRICK features this distinctive drip motif in a striking silver and black color scheme, with the Krink logo emblazoned across the figure's chest. While a departure from traditional street art mediums, the vinyl toy becomes a three-dimensional representation of Costello's artistic ethos. The piece is an innovative extension of Krink's brand identity, reaching beyond the streets and into urban collectibles.
The Art Toy as a Modern Canvas
With collectibles like BE@RBRICK at the forefront, the art toy movement has provided a new canvas for artists traditionally associated with street pop art and graffiti artwork. These figures offer a unique opportunity to merge the tactile with the visual, allowing artists to explore form, texture, and design in a compact, tangible format. The Krink 1000% BE@RBRICK by Craig Costello reflects this growing trend where collectibility intersects with contemporary art. It bridges the divide between the subversive nature of street art and the polished realm of collectible design, creating a piece that resonates with art enthusiasts and toy collectors alike. The choice of a BE@RBRICK as the medium exemplifies a conscious shift towards the diversification of street art and embracing new, unconventional platforms for expression.
Krink's Lasting Impact on Art and Design
Craig Costello's collaboration with Medicom Toy epitomizes the evolution of street art from ephemeral wall paintings to coveted collectible pieces. The Krink 1000% BE@RBRICK serves not only as a homage to Costello's contributions to the graffiti landscape but also as a symbol of the versatility and adaptability of street pop art. The success of such crossovers signals a broader acceptance and celebration of street art within popular culture, and Craig Costello's work is at the vanguard of this movement. His ability to transition from fluid inks on urban walls to vinyl figures on display shelves demonstrates the boundless potential of street pop art to infiltrate and enhance every aspect of the modern aesthetic experience. Ultimately, the Krink 1000% BE@RBRICK stands as a physical testament to the dynamic dialogue between art and commerce, the rebel spirit of graffiti, and the meticulous craft of collectible design. It is a beacon of innovation, ensuring that the spirit of the streets continues to find new avenues for appreciation and impact.
