ssick lab - The Starry Pika

PRINT ON PREMIUM MUSEUM-QUALITY PAPER 50 X 70 CM IN A LIMITED EDITION OF ONLY 5 COPIES. UNFRAMED

This extraordinary piece blends contemporary pop culture with post-impressionist art. The protagonist is the iconic Pikachu, rendered with textural, vibrant brushstrokes that recall Vincent van Gogh's unmistakable style.

In the background, the famous swirling sky of Starry Night envelops the Pokémon, creating a dynamic contrast between the character’s bright yellow and the deep blues of the heavens. The composition is completed by a quiet village at the foot of the subject, making the work a unique collectible that merges nostalgia with classical painting mastery.

Production method: Development of a preliminary visual architecture through AI generative models to define composition, tonal values, and color schemes, followed by a meticulous manual digital painting intervention aimed at perfecting anatomy, integrating custom textures, and imprinting the artist’s distinctive stylistic signature.

The Collective: SSICK LAB We are a collective of Italian artists aged around 24, born and raised with a visceral passion for art and pop culture. SSICK LAB began as a creative laboratory where we experiment with the fusion of iconic aesthetics from contemporary media and historical visual languages. Our mission is to explore new expressive frontiers, placing technological innovation at the service of pure creativity.

paper description: Paper finish: Matte, smooth, non-reflective surface.
Paper weight: 200 g/mq (80 lb), durable and long-lasting.
Environmental impact: FSC-certified paper or equivalent, in line with sustainable practices.