Artwork Description
On My Knees Uncut HPM Acrylic Silkscreen Print by Dalek- James Marshall Screen Print on Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork.
2023 Signed & Numbered Acrylic HPM
On My Knees Uncut HPM by Dalek (James Marshall) in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork
On My Knees Uncut is a 2023 acrylic HPM silkscreen print by Dalek, the artist name of James Marshall, an American painter known for his psychedelic characters and high-contrast color fields rooted in graffiti culture and pop aesthetics. This particular piece, signed and numbered, measures 26 by 20 inches and was released as a limited edition screen print on fine art paper. Each print has been hand-embellished with acrylic, creating unique variations within the edition. Dalek rose to prominence in the early 2000s through his character Space Monkey, which became a symbol of chaotic energy and bold identity in contemporary urban art. His current body of work extends those foundations into geometric abstraction, visual layering, and cultural commentary that reflects the ongoing evolution of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork.
Visual Structure and Thematic Content
On My Knees Uncut showcases a hyper-stylized character in a vivid action pose, juggling mallets and spheres while kneeling, surrounded by vibrant color fields and patterns. The composition is tightly controlled yet explosive, using a blend of symmetry and rhythmic chaos that mirrors graffiti’s spontaneous energy with the precision of modern pop design. Fluorescent neon pinks, lime greens, and bold blacks dominate the palette, accentuating the kinetic movement of the figure’s multiple arms. The background features concentric targets and abstract forms, reminiscent of arcade visuals and 1960s Op Art, all of which contribute to a sense of overload and funhouse intensity. The clean lines and high-gloss aesthetic are hallmarks of Dalek’s graphic discipline, while the physical drips and hand-applied acrylic details bring tactility and rawness that connect it directly to the traditions of hand-wrought graffiti.
Materiality and Technique in Contemporary Urban Printmaking
The screen print process used for On My Knees Uncut speaks to the ongoing dialogue between print culture and street art. By incorporating hand-painted elements, Dalek transforms each print into a singular artwork within a reproducible format. This technique elevates the silkscreen beyond mere replication and turns it into a space for improvisation and spontaneity—two qualities essential to Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. The layering of flat color with physical paint gestures bridges fine art processes with the authenticity of street practices. The use of archival fine art paper further situates the piece within the gallery and collector space while preserving the rawness of the original urban aesthetic.
Dalek’s Continuing Relevance in Street Pop Culture
James Marshall, under the Dalek moniker, remains a powerful force in shaping the visual language of contemporary street-inspired art. His work continues to evolve, but it always carries the DNA of graffiti’s sharp visual instinct and pop art’s mass cultural fluency. Pieces like On My Knees Uncut reflect how Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork can move through mediums, markets, and audiences without losing its edge or visual impact. By combining silkscreen precision with acrylic spontaneity, Dalek captures a world in motion, filtered through cartoon logic, color theory, and the structural rhythms of public space. This limited edition print offers collectors and viewers a physical embodiment of that energy—complex, vibrant, and unmistakably rooted in the streets.
