A street-style pop art portrait commission created for my brother-in-law, Damian. His Leukemia relapsed and has been stuck in the hospital. Some of his time was spent watching my painting Instagram reels. His wife (my sister-in-law) asked if I could create a painting for him. He wanted it in the pop art style I had created a few past paintings. 

These brightly colored paintings had elements of graffiti and street art. Not wanting to paint Bugs Bunny or another cartoon, I decided to do his portrait in a pop-art style. 

All my paintings have some symbology or meaning. The shirt is his favorite football team. The reflection of London in his sunglasses is where he grew up and used to live. His wife and two daughters are represented by the winged hearts. In the bottom right corner is a paw print and of course his nickname "Damo" in graffiti.

Cliff Powell

Damo

"Fizzzy Bubbly" is a vibrant and energetic abstract painting created with acrylic on canvas. The composition features a dynamic interplay of organic shapes and circular bubbles in a rich color palette of pink, purple, blue, green, and white, accented with contrasting splashes and speckles. A small black silhouetted figure adds a whimsical touch, appearing to float or dance on the left side of the canvas. The background blends the various colors together, adding depth and texture to the overall piece. The finished artwork conveys a sense of fluidity and spontaneity with a candy-like aesthetic that is both playful and captivating.

Fizzzy Bubbly

"Forever Bound" is a striking 24" x 24" acrylic painting on canvas that captivates the viewer with its vibrant and chaotic abstract background. This piece features a mesmerizing abstract background filled with an explosion of splatters and drips, creating a sense of energy and movement. At the composition's heart lies two intertwined hearts, painted in bold red and pink strokes, symbolizing love's unbreakable bond. The rich and diverse color palette adds depth and texture to the artwork, drawing viewers in and inviting them to explore every intricate detail. Surrounded by a shimmering frame that shifts in hue from deep purple to a soft, ethereal light, Forever Bound is a testament to the infinite power of love and the boundless beauty of artistic creation.

Forever Bound

"Think!" is a vibrant and dynamic artwork that reimagines the classic sculpture "The Thinker" by Auguste Rodin in a bold and contemporary style. The stylized figure, depicted in vivid acrylic on canvas, exudes a sense of deep contemplation with its striking pose and muscular details emphasized by bold contrasts and outlines. The background of the painting features a spectrum of warm colors, from reds to yellows, with psychedelic and cosmic elements such as circular motifs and paint splatters. The use of bright colors and intricate patterns gives the traditional sculpture a modern and energetic twist, blending classic art elements with street art aesthetics. The overall composition is visually captivating, creating a unique and eye-catching artwork that will spark curiosity and intrigue in viewers.

THINK!

The artwork titled "Bugs" is a vibrant and lively fusion of classic cartoon charm and edgy street art aesthetics. Rendered on canvas in acrylic paint and posca markers, the artwork features Bugs Bunny at center stage, holding a large paintbrush dripping with bright yellow paint. He is depicted in a traditional cartoon style, with exaggerated facial features and a hearty grin. 

Behind Bugs Bunny, a colorful backdrop with an urban graffiti influence showcases bold, stylized letters spelling out "BUGS" in orange and yellow tones. The background is filled with splashes of blues, pinks, purples, and yellows, creating an abstract expressionist effect. Dripping paint in blue and yellow hues adds to the graffiti theme.

To the left of Bugs Bunny are red, blue, and yellow paint cans with paint dripping, further enhancing the sense of painting in action. The ground where Bugs Bunny stands is represented in simple grey and white tones, with additional splashes of colorful paint tying the charact

Bugs

"Because I'm Happy" is a vibrant and colorful acrylic piece depicting a child in a dynamic pose with their mouth wide open, laughing, and both hands extended forward. The stylized image is filled with high-contrast outlines and various patterns and shapes in the background, including dots, stars, and halftone patterns reminiscent of comic book art. The transition of colors across the spectrum, including purples, blues, greens, yellows, pinks, and oranges, creates an energetic and lively visual effect. Framed within a dark border, the composition is bold and striking, showcasing the artist's unique blend of pop art, expressive abstract, and portrait styles. This artwork celebrates life, love, and the unbridled spirit of youth, capturing the child's positive energy and emotion at play.

Because Im Happy

This vibrant and whimsical artwork titled "Marv" is a fusion of cartoon pop art and street-style aesthetic. The 24"x24" acrylic on canvas piece features the Looney Tunes character, Marvin the Martian, spray painting and drawing a large, colorful graffiti-style lettering of his name, "MARV." The bold and dynamic lettering uses shades of purple, pink, and blue with 3D effects. Marv is holding a robotic device that draws and spray-paints graffiti. With a trailing flame, his rocket, the Martian Maggot, flies through the starry space background, adding motion and an outer-space theme. The background depicts a weathered wall with peeling paint revealing brickwork, creating the impression of urban street art. The overall impression is one of creativity, fun, and a playful blend of pop culture influences in this unique and eye-catching artwork.

Cliff Powell

collection: Pop Art

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