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Kaws, The News II, 2018

Kaws

The News II, 2018
Screenprint
diameter 24 in
diameter 61 cm
Edition of 100
Series: The News
Copyright The Artist
$ 7,500.00
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In The News II by KAWS, viewers encounter another close-up portrayal, this time focusing on SpongeBob's eyes and nose. Rendered with a blank expression, SpongeBob's gaze appears fixed and distant,...
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In The News II by KAWS, viewers encounter another close-up portrayal, this time focusing on SpongeBob's eyes and nose. Rendered with a blank expression, SpongeBob's gaze appears fixed and distant, devoid of emotion or reaction. The use of bright and acidic colors throughout the composition intensifies the atmosphere, adding to the sense of urgency and intensity that characterizes KAWS' work.

Through this depiction, KAWS invites viewers to contemplate the nature of media consumption and its impact on our perceptions and experiences. SpongeBob, a beloved and familiar character, becomes a symbol of the inundation of information and sensory overload that defines modern media culture. His blank expression serves as a reflection of our own passive consumption of news and entertainment, prompting viewers to consider the implications of this constant bombardment on our psyche and sense of self.

The News II offers a thought-provoking commentary on contemporary media and communication, inviting viewers to engage with the complexities of information dissemination and its influence on society. Through his unique artistic vision and mastery of color and composition, KAWS challenges us to question the narratives presented to us and to examine the ways in which media shapes our understanding of the world around us.
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