Zema22 (1983) - Sneaker Pop

Title: Sneaker Pop
Format: 80 cm x 60 cm (portrait format)
Technique: High-quality canvas print
Style: Contemporary Pop Art and street art, with graphic influences and a play of vivid colors.
Main topic:
The artwork depicts a Nike Air Max 90 sneaker, styled in an explosive and psychedelic way. The shoe, a symbol of sneaker culture, is covered with eclectic patterns: floral prints, stripes, polka dots, geometric motifs, and handwritten inscriptions. The dominant colors are red, yellow, blue, green, and black, creating a striking contrast with the multicolored rays-shaped background, like an explosion of creativity.
Key details:

The sole of the sneaker is decorated with motifs reminiscent of printed circuits or urban symbols.
Stylized tags and graffiti surround the shoe, reinforcing its connection to street art culture.
The Zema22 signature certifying the authenticity of the work.
Ambience:
The work exudes a youthful, urban, and bold energy, ideal for a modern interior or a collection of contemporary art. It celebrates both the iconography of sneakers and the aesthetics of pop art, while incorporating visual collage elements typical of street art.

Key selling points for an auction:

Originality: a unique blend of pop art and sneaker culture, highly prized by collectors.
Bright colors: immediately draw attention and fit into dynamic settings.
Artist's signature: Adds authentic and collectible value.
Accessible size: 80×60 cm, ideal for a wall hanging without being too imposing.

Suggestions for highlighting:

Frame: A slim, understated frame (black or white) so as not to distract from the vivid colors.
Lighting: a LED spotlight to highlight the details and contrasts.
Context: Perfect for a living room, a teen's bedroom, a creative workspace, or an urban art gallery.