ssick lab - The Electric Core

GICLÉE PRINT ON PREMIUM MUSEUM-QUALITY PAPER 50 x 70 cm IN A LIMITED EDITION OF ONLY 5 COPIES.

The artwork presents a creative, textural fusion between two icons from the Pokémon world: the Poké Ball and Pikachu. Created in a style that imitates the impasto oil painting technique, the piece stands out for its thick, vibrant brushstrokes that give volume and three-dimensionality to the subject.

The yellow sphere, complete with pointed ears and a lightning-tail, rests on a lush green meadow dotted with small white flowers. The contrast between the object's geometry and the softness of the surrounding nature creates an atmosphere suspended between play and classical art, capturing the essence of adventure in a tangible and precious format.

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

The Collective: SSICK LAB We are a collective of young Italian artists, around 24 years old, born and raised with a visceral passion for art and pop culture. SSICK LAB was born 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, putting technological innovation at the service of pure creativity.

description of paper: 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.