Ben Frost 'Joe Cool' Print Available

Artist: Ben Frost
Title: Joe Cool
Medium: Giclee Print
Size: 12 x 12 Inches
Edition: 40
Price: $200

Ben Frost is an Australian artist renowned for his bold and often provocative pop art. Born in 1975 in Brisbane, he has become a leading figure in the global art scene by critiquing consumerism through the subversion of commercial imagery. His work frequently features a kaleidoscopic blend of iconic characters from cartoons and comics, such as Mickey Mouse or the Simpsons, juxtaposed against pharmaceutical packaging or fast-food containers. This technique forces viewers to confront the uncomfortable intersections between entertainment, drugs, and brand obsession.

Throughout his career, Frost has utilized diverse mediums ranging from large-scale mural paintings to intimate works on found objects. His artistic origins are rooted in fine arts, having studied at Griffith University’s Queensland College of Art, though he often utilizes the rebellious energy of street art to infiltrate traditional gallery spaces. Beyond his solo exhibitions in cities like London, New York, and Tokyo, his influence extends into high fashion through collaborations with major houses such as Moschino and Carolina Herrera. Now based in Melbourne after periods working in Japan and Sydney, he continues to produce scything visual commentaries that challenge Western societal norms. His oeuvre serves as a relentless critique of the visual landscape of modern advertising, aiming to replace passive consumption with social consciousness.