NYC-based graffiti artist ChrisRWK continues his collaboration with UVD Toys to bring an ambitious project to life. A clever blend of word play and compelling concept, the Contents Under Pressure vinyl art toy features the artist’s signature robot trapped in a clear spray can. ChrisRWK describes the concept as having two distinct meanings, both a reference to the pressure to create and the limits created by others as they pigenhole artists, narrowing opportunities. Speaking of limits and pressure, the concept builds on the spray can metaphor with a classic spray can ball attached to the robot’s ankle, ball and chain style.
The concept behind the new art toy began as an arresting drawing and over the years has resurfaced and evolved as an original painting and bronze sculpture. Pushing production boundaries, the art toy features a vinyl toy of ChrisRWK’s robot and a separate ‘spray can’ with a see-through acrylic design. And yes, the robot is separate and can be easily removed and displayed on its own.
The Contents Under Pressure vinyl art toy (7″ robot, 10″ acrylic can) is available for pre-order (through April 4th 2024) from UVD Toys for $150. The art toy set is expected to ship in October 2024.
