Tristan Eaton 'Akihabara' Print Release Details

Artist: Tristan Eaton
Title: Akihabara
Medium: Giclee Print
Size: 18 x 24 Inches
Edition: 50
Prices: $300

 

*print comes with 3D glasses

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Tristan Eaton is a prolific American contemporary artist whose work seamlessly bridges the gap between commercial illustration and fine art. Born in Hollywood in 1978, he spent his formative years in London and Detroit, influences that deeply colored his aesthetic development. By the age of eighteen, Eaton was already designing toys and posters, eventually becoming a foundational figure in the designer toy movement. He is perhaps most famous for creating the iconic Dunny and Munny figures for Kidrobot, which helped establish a new category of collectible art.

His signature style is defined by a complex collage technique that he refers to as a visual biography. In his massive public murals, Eaton weaves together disjointed fragments of vintage comic books, classical portraiture, bold typography, and pop culture iconography. These layered compositions often focus on powerful human figures or historical subjects, using a high-contrast palette to create a sense of depth and movement. His ability to execute intricate, handpainted details on an architectural scale has made him one of the most sought-after muralists in the world.

Beyond the street, Eaton has collaborated with major global brands including Nike, Universal Pictures, and SpaceX, for whom he designed high-tech art plates that traveled to the International Space Station. His versatility allows him to transition from spray-painting multi-story buildings to producing fine art prints and 3D sculptures. Today, Eaton remains a central figure in the Los Angeles art scene, consistently pushing the boundaries of what graffiti-inspired art can achieve in both public and private spaces.