3rd Version 'Diving Deep' Print Available

Artist: 3rd Version
Title: Diving Deep
Medium: Giclee Print
Size: 8 x 10 Inches
Edition: 10
Price: $50

 

Ben Patterson, known professionally by the moniker 3rd Version, is a visual artist originally from the United States. Born in Mesa, Arizona, in 1982, he eventually established a significant presence in the Pittsburgh art scene and currently operates out of a studio in Colorado. His work is characterized by a unique aesthetic he calls highlow art, a signature style that seeks to dissolve the boundaries between high realism and lowbrow illustration. This approach often manifests in surreal paintings where meticulously rendered wildlife and animal subjects are juxtaposed with graphic, two dimensional design elements or whimsical scenes.

Patterson’s career began with characters that explored social issues, but it has since transitioned into a deep exploration of environmental and cultural concerns through highly detailed imagery. His creative process is cyclical, with each new piece directly influenced by the themes and visual tensions of the work preceding it. By 2026, he remains a prolific figure in the American art world, having produced dozens of paintings annually and participating in numerous group exhibitions across major cities such as Los Angeles and Philadelphia. Beyond his gallery work, Patterson has also executed large scale public projects, including murals in Colorado. Through his 3rd Version persona, he emphasizes a philosophy of constant evolution, utilizing travel and exploration to inform his dreamlike, symbolically rich compositions.