Meggs – Art / Aerosol / Design

So it was just confirmed for me that my piece ‘Bend or Break’ exhibited as part of the Green Day ‘Art of Rock’ Exhibition, at StolenSpace Gallery in London, sold to none other than (GreenDay Bassist) Mike Dirnt. Whether your a fan or not, it seems these guys genuinely support upcoming art and music culture, cheers!
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In 2007 Australia’s Victorian State Government passed the ‘Graffiti Prevention Act’. This legislation extended the government’s zero tolerance approach to Graffiti and provided police new authority to search any person, vehicle or object they suspect to possess a Graffiti implement, within close proximity of public transport.
Ironically, this legislation was passed while Tourism Victoria was using Graffiti and street art to promote Melbourne Tourism on television and web advertisements. Melbourne’s laneway’s are a big drawcard for tourism and it is undeniable that the diverse artwork is part of the city’s broader cultural appeal.

Graffiti and street art will never disappear. Despite the State Government’s negativity, there are well documented social contributions and benefits provided by many artists, cultural tourism being one. Unfortunately these are only recognised when it is conveniently leveraged for commercial gain.

‘Crime & Charity’ depicts the frustration Megg’s feels in the face of this hypocrisy. The characters depicted in his artwork are hybrids of guilt and innocence, both frustrated and persecuted for being part of a culture that is simultaneously celebrated and condemned.
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‘Right to Remain Silent’
Mixed media on canvas, 48×48” (1200×1200mm), P. 05/2009

ZeroCool Gallery UK have just launched their new online gallery. Zero Cool is an artist and creative led gallery, print house and clothing label who work closely with talented and exciting artists to produce unique and engaging products.

Featured/represented artists are:
Asbestos (Ireland). Copyright (UK), Ben Frost (Australia), Hush (UK), Iz the Wiz (USA), Meggs (Australia), Ta55o (Germany), The London Police (UK).

Visit www.zerocoolgallery.com and sign up to their mailing list and the chance to win some limited prints after the launch. Below is my new print ‘Save Me’ in two colour ways exclusive to ZeroCool.
Black layer is hand screened over hand sprayed stencil layer and unique splats/drips in either red or silver. All prints are hand stamped, signed and limited editions.

EXCLUSIVE ‘MEGGS - SAVE ME’ PRINT ON ZEROCOOL:
Larger images and full print details can be found on the Meggs FLICKR.

MX Magazine, Monday 6th October 2008.

My second solo exhibition ‘Own Worst Enemy…’ opens on the 25th September at Dont Come Gallery in Melbourne. Sponsored by Stussy it features all new paintings and screen prints alongside some 3D installation elements. Hope you can make it down, all details on flyer below.
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