The
Fighting Armadillo
26"
X 15" X 2" deep, commissioned / SOLD
enamel paint on discarded steel
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This
artwork was one of three created for the Armadillo Crossing restaurant in
Belmar NJ. The owner decided not to use this piece in fear the "Hitler"
reference might offend some patrons. The artwork is a parody of W.W.II Bomber
Nose Art. Styles cites nose art as an influence on his work today. "Same
materials and cartoonish style...." In fact this summer Styles will
be working on a series of Bomber Nose Art done on auto parts. Look for a
little more of a social / political commentary in his future work. Probally
some retro pin up work too. |
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