Mason Storm 'Love Will Tear Us Apart' Print Available

Artist: Mason Storm
Title: Love Will Tear Us Apart
Medium: Deckled Giclee Print
Size: (A2) 42 x 59.5 cm
Edition: 69
Price: £300

British artist Mason Storm has emerged as one of the most provocative and technically proficient figures within the modern representational art scene. Based in the United Kingdom, Storm is often characterized by his sharp wit, mysterious persona, and a mastery of traditional oil painting techniques that he frequently applies to subversive or counter-cultural themes. While he maintained a lower profile for many years, his career trajectory shifted significantly in the late 2000s when he began focusing intensely on fine art as his primary vocation. His background is as eclectic as his portfolio, featuring a history in professional martial arts and security, which informs the gritty and often confrontational nature of his visual storytelling. Although he is notoriously private about the specifics of his formal education, his work demonstrates an expert level of classical training, particularly in the realm of hyper-realism and the Dutch Master style of chiaroscuro.

The rise of Mason Storm in the limited edition art print and poster collector community is largely attributed to his uncanny ability to bridge the gap between high-end gallery oils and street-influenced pop culture. He gained massive international notoriety through his connection to the "Monkey Parliament" controversy, where he produced a series of sketches and a large-scale oil painting that many claimed were the foundational studies for a famous work attributed to Banksy. This event solidified his reputation as a technical powerhouse capable of mimicking the most famous hands in the industry while maintaining his own distinct, satirical voice. Collectors prize his releases because they often serve as social commentaries, blending hyper-realistic portraiture with jarring, modern elements like designer balaclavas or luxury brand logos.

Throughout his career, Storm has participated in several high-profile exhibitions that have cemented his status among serious collectors. One of his most significant career milestones was the solo exhibition titled "Someone Stole My Chariot" held at StolenSpace Gallery in London. This show highlighted his transition into the upper echelons of the urban art world. He has also been a frequent collaborator with Stow Art House, where his limited edition prints frequently sell out within minutes of release. These pieces are highly sought after in the secondary market due to their exceptional print quality and the artist's insistence on using premium materials that mirror the depth of his original oil paintings.

Some of his most famous and recognizable pieces include "The Devolved Parliament Sketches" which sparked a global debate on authorship and "Middle Class Riot" which depicts a figure in a high-end scarf acting as a masked agitator. Other notable works include "The Art of Misdirection" and "Self Portrait of a Masked Man" both of which exemplify his obsession with the themes of identity and anonymity. By focusing on the craftsmanship of the old masters while addressing the anxieties of the twenty-first century, Mason Storm continues to be a vital name for any serious poster collector or fine art investor looking for works that challenge the status quo.