{"product_id":"between-the-capes-red-billboard-monochromatic-original","title":"Between The Capes Red | Billboard Monochromatic","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-sprayed mixed media on reclaimed billboard original by Rich Simmons. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChallenging perceptions of masculinity, sexuality and heroism, Pop Punk artist Rich Simmons places Superman and Batman – two of the most iconic alpha male figures in popular culture – into an intimate embrace. The artwork asks whether we should define a hero by their actions rather than their lifestyle choices, as the capes wrap around them like a shield, symbolising both protection and vulnerability. For the artist, this work is about breaking down stereotypes and reminding us that strength comes in many forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated on reclaimed billboard paper once used for public advertising displays, the artist soaked 20-30 layers, pulling them apart to find hidden colours and textures to feature in the background of the artwork before pasting it on to a canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The rips, the halftone dots and graphics make each piece unique and plays on the street art inspiration behind the artist’s work – truly bringing the outside in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about Rich Simmons \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.castlefineart.com\/collections\/rich-simmons\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rich Simmons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57858415133021,"sku":"RSI-ORI-POR-37051","price":9015.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/RSI-ORI-POR-37051_Between_The_Capes_Red_Billboard_Monochromatic_1.jpg?v=1754648243","url":"https:\/\/www.castlefineart.com\/en-eu\/products\/between-the-capes-red-billboard-monochromatic-original","provider":"Castle Fine Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}