Urban Artist Dain
Artist DAIN's blend of urban influences with classic Hollywood glamour continues to captivate audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the contemporary art scene.
Who is DAIN?
DAIN is an American Urban artist who was born in Brooklyn, NY, and has become a recognizable figure in urban art.
By ceating works that mix black and white photography with the vibrant colors of graffiti art, DAIN creates compelling paintings that pay homage to the classic Hollywood glamour of the 1940s and 1950s.
Perceiving his work as a confrontation between the gestures of graffiti and the inherent femininity embodied by his Hollywood subjects, DAIN relies on a range of different techniques. Whether working on the streets or in his studio, these techniques include silkscreening, acrylic, collage, wheat-pasting, and spray paint.
Through his art, DAIN captures the essence of feminine mystique. Beginning with a classic black and white portrait, the artist layers advertisements, logos, and additional images onto the canvas. Through a process involving acrylic and spray paint, the pieces evolve into collages of colorful wonder. A characteristic element of DAIN's work is "the circle drip" around the eye, often in bright neon pink.
DAIN's artwork has earned him a place in the Museum of Urban Contemporary Art in Berlin, Germany, making him the sole American artist featured in this limited collection. He has showcased his work in many solo exhibitions in cities such as Paris, Berlin, New York City, and Brooklyn. DAIN has also collaborated with renowned Canadian street artist Stikki Peaches. In 2018, the Coach fashion company commissioned Dain to create a large mural in New York City for a product campaign.
