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Buff Monster | |
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 Buff Monster with his work, circa 2011 | |
| Born | (1979-04-14)April 14, 1979 (age 46) Hawaii, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Southern California |
| Occupation | Artist |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Known for | Painting, drawing,graphic design, sculpture |
| Movement | Lowbrow,designer toy |
| Website | buffmonster |
Buff Monster (born April 14, 1979)[1] is an American painter. His work is characterized by happy characters living in brightly colored bubbly landscapes.[2]
Buff Monster was born in Hawaii and graduated from theUniversity of Southern California with a fine arts major.[3]
He made a name for himself by putting up thousands of hand-silkscreened posters across Los Angeles. Along with his paintings, he has created a range of merchandise, from prints and stickers to vinyl toys and plush. In 2012 he created a homage toGarbage Pail Kids called The Melty Misfits; a collection of vintage-style trading cards, complete with wax wrapper.[citation needed]
The color pink, a symbol of confidence, individuality and happiness, is present in everything he creates. He cites heavy metal music, ice cream and Japanese culture as major influences.[4] His work has been shown in galleries worldwide, often accompanied by large installations. In 2010, theBristol City Museum acquired a painting of his for their permanent collection.[5] His art has been published in a variety of magazines, websites, newspapers and books, including Juxtapoz, Paper, Nylon, Cool Hunting, Angeleno, theLos Angeles Times,LA Weekly andThe New York Times.[citation needed] He was also featured inBanksy's movie:Exit Through the Gift Shop.
In 2012, Buff Monster moved from Los Angeles to live and work in New York City.[3]
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