This Scott Blake self portrait is literally rave-worthy! Made entirely from Ecstasy pills, the portrait is puzzled together perfectly to create a unified image of the artist's face. Most recognized for his celebrity barcode art, and other forms of digitalized mosaic artwork, Blake takes the artform a step further in this controversial statement about our prominent and still growing rave culture.
Not to worry art appreciators -- the Ecstasy in Blake's portrait is not from his personal collection. Scott collected all of the XTC pill images from DanceSafe.org, a harm reduction organization promoting safety within the rave community.
Blake's ability to piece together various elements into a cohesive picture through his mosaic artwork while making a statement requires true artistic vision.
What's Driving This Trend
- Rave Culture Art
- Creating art using elements from rave culture, such as Ecstasy pills, as a way to make a statement and spark dialogue.
- Digital Mosaic Art
- Using digital methods to create intricate mosaic artwork, pushing the boundaries of traditional artistic techniques.
- Harm Reduction Initiatives
- Promoting safety and harm reduction within the rave community through organizations like DanceSafe.org.
Who This Affects Most
- Art and Design
- Exploring new mediums and techniques, such as using Ecstasy pills in art, to push artistic boundaries and provoke thought.
- Digital Technology
- Leveraging digital tools and techniques in creating mosaic artwork to enhance precision and detail.
- Event and Entertainment
- Supporting harm reduction initiatives and promoting safety practices within the rave community to ensure positive event experiences.
