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Lips 12"x12"

SKU: MOD17069
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The Lips have always been an iconic symbol in pop art, I am nt quite sure when it started, for me it was the movie poster for the rocky Horror Picture Show. I remember going to see the movie in a my younger years on Friday nights at midnight in NYC, the lips icon has stuck with me ever since. The Lips  start with up-cycled luxury boxes or shopping bags that are trimmed into the background shape, collaged and then embroidered. The embroidery is stitched directly through the actual box itself. Each background features intricate embroidery stitches that truly make each one unique. Once the background is complete it is padded and mounted. The lips are embroidered using thread and glitter appliqué.  Once embroidered are hand trimmed and mounted in relief over the background.

12x12x2 inches, framed in acrylic.

2024

Stephen Wilson expertly crafts extraordinary and timeless designs using sustainable materials. Each art piece embarks on a journey, starting with an up-cycled luxury bag, box, silk scarf, or album. Wilson meticulously creates a bespoke embroidery design, delicately intertwining every stitch by hand. Once the design, colors, and elements are meticulously selected, the artistic process advances to the assembling stage. The boxes and bags undergo a mesmerizing transformation, metamorphosing into captivating canvases for Wilson's creations. The embroidery is seamlessly integrated into the chosen medium, unveiling a captivating texture that breathes life into the artwork. Appliqués, patches, and butterflies are individually stitched out, meticulously crafted, and delicately placed on each piece, culminating in a truly distinctive and unparalleled masterpiece. Finally, each artwork is beautifully presented, encased in an acrylic frame, ready to enchant all who behold it.