Who knew gangster hand signals could be art? 'Throw 'Em Up' proves that this is in fact the case. Simple, direct and without the territorial, emotional drive that is usually behind such hand signs, it is an interesting subject to undertake.
Created by Dana Park Weiser, the 'Throw 'Em Up' sculpture collection is made out of plaster, steel and white paint. It is comprised of four pieces: Crip, LA, Westside, Blood, I've had Enough, and Echo Park.
Gangster Hand Sculptures
The 'Throw 'Em Up' Series is Deceivingly White-Washed
Trend Themes
1. Gangster Hand Art - Exploring the artistic potential of gangster hand signals opens up opportunities for creative expression and cultural commentary.
2. Decontextualized Symbols - Removing the territorial and emotional associations from hand signs allows for reinterpretation and disruption of established meanings.
3. Intersection of Street Culture and Fine Art - Bringing urban street culture into the realm of fine art presents opportunities for hybridization and collaboration.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art - The 'Throw 'Em Up' series showcases how traditional fine art can be infused with the aesthetics and symbolism of street culture.
2. Cultural Commentary - Using gangster hand signals as a medium for artistic expression opens up opportunities for social and cultural commentary in various creative industries.
3. Art Education - Exploring the artistic potential of unconventional symbols like gangster hand signals can inspire new approaches and perspectives in art education.