Miss Bugs 'Generated April' HPM Available

Artist: Miss Bugs
Title: Generated April
Medium: Gold Leaf, Aerosol, Acrylic, Paper Cups, Capsules in Resin
Size: 60 x 77 cm
Edition: 77
Prices: £1,985

 

Miss Bugs is a Bristol-based artist duo consisting of two individuals who have operated under this singular pseudonym since 2007. Their collaborative practice is rooted in the intersection of street art, pop culture, and high art history, often characterized by a meticulously layered aesthetic. By utilizing a diverse array of media including resin, screen printing, stenciling, and laser cutting they create complex compositions that challenge traditional notions of authorship and originality.

A central theme in their work is the recontextualization of iconic imagery. They frequently lift fragments from famous artworks by masters like Picasso or Matisse and fuse them with contemporary symbols, comic book elements, and pharmaceutical motifs. This process of visual sampling serves as a commentary on the consumerist nature of the modern art market and the way digital culture fragments our perception of history. Their resin works are particularly notable, often encapsulating thousands of tiny objects like pills, surgical blades, or miniature figures within a glossy, translucent surface. This technique creates a physical depth that mirrors the conceptual layers of their subject matter.

Despite their anonymity, Miss Bugs has gained significant international recognition through exhibitions in major cities such as London, New York, and Los Angeles. Their pieces often invite viewers to look closer, revealing hidden narratives within the intricate patterns and textures. By blending the raw energy of urban art with the polished finish of gallery-bound objects, the duo continues to push the boundaries of contemporary mixed media, focusing on the tension between the beautiful and the provocative.