Cassandra Yap 'Bombshell Butterfly' Print Available

Artist: Cassandra Yap
Title: Bombshell Butterfly
Medium: 24K Gold Leaf Embellished Cyanotype Print
Size: 50 x 50 cm
Edition: 50
Price: £180

*there is also a smaller version available

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Cassandra Yap is a London based artist and art director originally from Singapore who has carved out a distinct niche within the international print collecting community. Her work is widely recognized for its bold exploration of pin up aesthetics combined with a darker, more subversive edge. Since she first started focusing on art as a primary professional pursuit over a decade ago, she has developed a signature style that balances high fashion sensibilities with an experimental screen printing process. Her background in graphic design and art direction heavily informs her technical approach, allowing her to manipulate textures and layers in a way that resonates with collectors of limited edition silkscreen prints.

The formal education of Cassandra Yap began with a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from Central Saint Martins in London. This prestigious academic foundation provided her with the structural discipline and conceptual depth required to transition from commercial design into the world of fine art and printmaking. Since graduating, she has maintained a studio practice in London, where she hand finishes many of her editions to ensure each piece carries a unique tactile quality. This dedication to the craft has made her a staple name among enthusiasts of high quality poster art and limited edition physical media.

One of the most significant accomplishments for Cassandra Yap was the inclusion of her work in the permanent collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. Having a piece archived by such a historic institution serves as a testament to her impact on modern print culture. Her art often features a juxtaposition of beauty and discomfort, utilizing vintage erotica and floral motifs to challenge the viewer's perception of the female form. Among her most famous pieces of art are the works titled "Lust" and "Bloom," both of which showcase her ability to blend intricate line work with provocative subject matter. These pieces are frequently sought after on the secondary market by collectors who value the intersection of street art influences and traditional printmaking.

Throughout her career, she has participated in several high profile exhibitions that have solidified her reputation within the gallery circuit. She has been a recurring artist at the Jealous Gallery in London, an institution known for its commitment to high quality screen printing and supporting innovative graphic artists. Her involvement with the Print Club London has also been instrumental in bringing her work to a global audience, participating in their annual exhibitions and collaborative projects. These shows provide collectors with the opportunity to view the intricate silver leafing and neon overlays she often applies to her physical prints, details that are difficult to fully appreciate through a digital screen.

In addition to these London based showcases, her work has been featured in international settings, including the Liberty London department store where she has held pop up events and exclusive launches. This visibility within luxury retail environments highlights the broad appeal of her aesthetic, bridging the gap between underground print culture and high end interior design. For the dedicated poster collector, her releases represent a blend of technical mastery and stylistic rebellion. By consistently pushing the boundaries of what a screen print can represent, she ensures that her contributions to the medium remain relevant and highly collectible for years to come.