Ryan Heshka (Canada, 1970) is a Canadian multidisciplinary artist renowned for his illustrations featured in prestigious magazines such as Wall Street Journal, Esquire, Vanity Fair, Playboy, and The New York Times. His works grace the walls of international galleries like Copro Nason in Los Angeles, Feinkust Kruger in Germany, Antonio Colombo Arte Contemporanea in Italy, and La Fiambrera in Madrid.
His style is considered pop surrealism, also known as Lowbrow art, featuring touches of humor and references to popular culture, using a visual language similar to 1950s comics and referencing the underground movement. Their characters, inspired by B-movies, range from improbable monsters to ghostly figures.
From Canvas to Resin: The Creation of Bubble Boy Of The Infinite
Bubble Boy Of The Infinite is a sculpture based on a character from Heshka‘s painting titled “Family Unit“. Transitioning the character from canvas to sculpture has been a meticulous process, with Heshka working closely to ensure that the identity and spirit of the character remain intact in its new three-dimensional form.
Materials and Technique: A Challenge Surmounted
Crafted in resin and meticulously hand-worked and painted, the sculpture features a special matte finish that not only protects the piece but also enhances its visual appeal. Standing 43 cm tall, Bubble Boy Of The Infinite is an impressive and faithful representation of Heshka‘s artistic vision, demonstrating his ability to transcend mediums and take his work to new heights
Success and Reception: Public Response
The sculpture was released in a limited edition of 100 units worldwide, underscoring its exclusivity and value as a collectible work of art. The public’s response has been overwhelmingly positive, with the first release of 50 units selling out in the first week, a testament to the appeal and demand for Heshka‘s work.
Bubble Boy Of The Infinite is not only a testament to Ryan Heshka‘s talent and creativity but also symbolizes a bridge between different forms of artistic expression. Heshka‘s ability to carry his distinct vision from canvas to sculpture not only expands his own artistic repertoire but also offers his followers and collectors a new way to appreciate and connect with his art.
Bubble Boy Of The Infinite, is currently on display at the Colección SOLO in Madrid.
