Artwork Description
Smiling Since 1999 V Original One of a Kind Mixed Media Spray Paint, Acrylic & Stencil Painting Artwork on 270gsm Royal Sundance Paper by Popular Street Graffiti Artist Pez.
2022 Signed Mixed Media Spray Paint Stencil Painting Artwork Size 19.69x27.56
"Smiling Since 1999 V" stands out as a one-of-a-kind mixed media artwork by the acclaimed street graffiti artist known as Pez. Known for his distinctive and jubilant artistic style, Pez has crafted this piece using a blend of spray paint, acrylic, and stencil techniques on a 270gsm Royal Sundance paper. The artwork's dimensions of 19.69x27.56 inches provide a generous canvas for the artist's vivid expression. Each creation of Pez is a signed original, and this particular piece is no different, delivering a personal touch from the artist's hand to the collector's wall. The artwork is a vibrant homage to the spirit of graffiti and street art culture, exuding an infectious cheerfulness that has been the hallmark of Pez's work since he began in 1999. This piece is a visual symphony of color, movement, and emotion. It captures the gaze with its bold letters spelling "SMILING" set against a backdrop that bursts with animated figures and a kaleidoscope of bright, contrasting colors. Each character, with its signature wide grin, symbolizes the artist's optimistic philosophy and injects a dose of happiness into the urban environment. Pez's use of mixed media in "Smiling Since 1999 V" illustrates a dynamic layering effect, creating a sense of depth and complexity that is often sought after in street art. His technique, combining the raw edge of spray paint with the precision of stencils, showcases a mastery of the medium and a deep understanding of the aesthetic and narrative potential of urban art. The choice of Royal Sundance paper as the substrate adds an element of refinement and durability, ensuring that the piece retains its vivid colors and structural integrity over time. As a representative piece of Pez's ongoing engagement with street and pop art, "Smiling Since 1999 V" is not only a continuation of the artist's legacy but also a reflection of the broader evolution of street art into a recognized and celebrated form of contemporary art. It embodies the transformative power of graffiti, from its early days as an underground movement to its current status as a significant and influential part of the art world. Through his art, Pez extends an invitation to viewers to partake in his world of boundless joy and to celebrate the art form that has been bringing smiles to the streets and galleries alike for over two decades.
