ssick lab - The Starry Pika

PRINT ON PREMIUM MUSEUM-QUALITY PAPER 50 X 70 CM IN A LIMITED EDITION OF ONLY 5 COPIES. NOT FRAMED

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

In the background, the famous swirling night sky of Starry Night envelops the Pokémon, creating a dynamic contrast between the character's bright yellows and the deep blues of the firmament. The composition is completed by a quiet village at the subject’s feet, making the piece a unique collectible that blends nostalgia with classical painterly craftsmanship.

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 customized textures and imprinting the artist's distinctive stylistic imprint.

The Collective: SSICK LAB We are a collective of young Italian artists, about 24 years old, born and raised with a visceral passion for art and pop culture. SSICK LAB was born as a creative lab where we experiment with blending the iconic aesthetics of contemporary media with 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.