![]() Alec Monopoly cites his artistic origins as learning from his mother, an artist, eventually abandoning traditional academically driven art classes to pursue an individual methodology. The artist primarily works in the urban environements of major cities arund the world, using varied materials (including stencils, spray paint, epoxies, varnishes and newspapers) to subversively depict various iconic pop culture characters. So for me, it is a great honor and a remarkable memory of him.« Alec Monopoly » is the alias of an unidentified graffiti artist, originally from New York City. Indeed, people passing by the wall with my graffiti said: “The man, Virgil, was so talented. So I decided to use my art to talk about him. He knew how to touch the soul of absolutely everyone and made many people happy. He was one of the most positive, sound, and humble guys in the world. – The news of Virgil’s passing overwhelmed me. Tell me, what feelings overwhelmed you while working? Why did you decide to create such a drawing?Ī.M. It was done fast, but it turned out so touching, sensitive. Yesterday, right here in Miami, literally in a day, you created graffiti in memory of the designer Louis Vuitton… For example, after my painting, Hermes bags have doubled in price. If you are allowed to combine your creativity with the work of famous fashion designers, why not? Especially when it bears fruit. – No, I am inspired by fashion in general. What is it to you? Is it like a business direction of your art, or is it the result of your inspiration?Ī.M. Let’s talk about your collaboration with fashion brands like Hermes and Phillip Plein. In the United States, the police punish for such graffiti, but in Ukraine, such fashion art is loved much more. I love to leave my mark in every city I visit. I like the rush, the energy of running and chasing, the police chase, this atmosphere. ![]() ![]() – I can’t be responsible for everyone, but I am like that. Why put yourself in such danger? Do artists do it the way they feel?Ī.M. But, again, there is a video on your Instagram where you do your graffiti right in the middle of the Ukrainian highway. Your art is trendy in Russia and Ukraine. I put my heart and soul into my works because they should appeal to the Art Basel audience. I have been participating in the exhibition for almost 10 years, so this is a special place for me. ![]() ![]() Miami Art Basel is a kind of Art Olympiad, where the best artists from the world come and exhibit. Did your work on your projects all year long?Ī.M. There are many publications on your Instagram about preparation for the exhibition. He is also a very stylish DJ who performs at the most fabulous fashion venues.Īlthough the artist prefers anonymity (the audience does not know his date of birth, the address of residence, or even the face of this person), we managed to talk to him.Īlec, tell us about your latest collection. In addition to the fact that Alec Monopoly is one of the best street graffiti artists, he also paints pictures (with spray cans), which starts from $ 50,000- $ 150,000. A talented person is talented in everything. One of the brightest artists of this Art Basel was Alec Monopoly, a contemporary artist working in fashion street art. The American exhibition featured works by contemporary art masters and emerging stars. Alec Monopoly and his work at the annual exhibition Miami Art BaselĪfter a two-year hiatus, the first Miami Art Basel exhibition impressed with its scale, sales, and record attendance. ![]()
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