"City as Canvas" by CRASH (John Matos) and Daze (Chris Ellis), for the LISA PROJECT, embodies the dynamic energy and vibrant essence of urban street art. This collaborative artwork integrates the hallmark styles of two pioneering figures in the graffiti art movement, bringing together CRASH's sharp, colorful pop-art inspired motifs and Daze's expressive, narrative-driven scenes of city life.

The piece serves as a vivid tableau that captures the rhythm, diversity, and perpetual motion of the urban environment, rendered on a large-scale canvas that transforms a segment of the city into a mesmerizing visual spectacle. Through bold lines, intricate layering, and a kaleidoscope of hues, "City as Canvas" not only pays homage to the roots of graffiti as a form of spontaneous, powerful communication but also elevates it into a celebrated form of public art. This work stands as a testament to the enduring influence of street art in shaping the cultural landscape, inviting viewers to engage with the city's architectural canvas as a living, breathing work of art.

An edition of 199 + 10 APs + 10 PPs + 20 Foundation Proofs

Signed & Numbered in Pencil by Artist

Printed by Gary Lichtenstein Editions

Published by West Chelsea Editions

Mural Creation Year: 2014