Mixed Media on Canvas
60″ x 50″
In this vibrant slice of Americana, Elvis Presley is immortalized at the peak of his career, surrounded by iconic concert and film posters from Loving You, Tickle Me, GI Blues, and Easy Come, Easy Go. The artwork also features appropriated street posters promoting ticket sales, concerts, and the text “GRACELAND,” along with a king’s crown. A Smirnoff Vodka ad hints at his descent into alcohol and pills, while Andy Warhol’s Elvis (with gun) adds to the pop-culture commentary. The spray-painted stenciled tattoos “CALL ME” and a fiery hot rod add an edgy, rebellious touch. The piece is further enriched with expressive, gestural paint smudges and drips, capturing the frenetic energy of the era.