Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960–1988) was a groundbreaking American artist who emerged from New York City’s graffiti scene in the late 1970s and quickly became one of the most influential figures in contemporary art. His work is instantly recognizable—raw, expressive, and layered with text, symbols, and imagery that explore identity, race, power, and history. At Smile Gallery, we are proud to offer a curated selection of Basquiat print works—allowing collectors to engage with his legacy through authenticated editions that capture the essence of his original practice. These prints maintain the same intensity, symbolism, and cultural significance that define his paintings, making them both highly collectible and deeply impactful.

Futura, also known as Futura 2000, is a pioneering American graffiti artist and contemporary visual artist who helped transform street art into a respected global art form. Emerging in New York City during the 1970s alongside the early hip-hop movement, Futura became known for breaking away from traditional graffiti lettering. Instead of focusing solely on stylized text, he introduced abstract compositions, layering shapes, lines, and cosmic-inspired imagery—something that was revolutionary in graffiti at the time. Futura’s influence extends far beyond graffiti. He is widely credited with helping bridge the gap between street culture and fine art, paving the way for future generations of artists to move between those worlds.

Derrick Adams (b. 1970) is a Baltimore-born, Brooklyn-based multidisciplinary artist whose work spans painting, collage, sculpture, performance, and installation. His practice centers on exploring Black identity, culture, and everyday life, often highlighting moments of joy, leisure, and self-reflection that are historically underrepresented in visual culture. Adams is known for his distinctive visual language—using bold colors, geometric forms, and collage-inspired compositions to construct layered, dynamic figures. His work frequently draws from popular culture, media, and personal narratives to examine how identity is shaped and represented.

Lee Jaffe (b. 1950) is a multidisciplinary American artist whose work spans painting, photography, film, music, and assemblage. Based in New York, Jaffe’s career is defined by a deeply interdisciplinary approach, moving fluidly between visual art and music while engaging with major cultural movements across the globe. Jaffe first emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s within the conceptual art scene, collaborating with influential figures such as Hélio Oiticica and participating in early conceptual exhibitions, including projects connected to the Museum of Modern Art. Throughout his career, Jaffe's work stands as a reflection of a life lived across art, music, and activism, offering a powerful exploration of both personal experience and collective memory.

Fernando "Ski" Romero is a New York–based graffiti artist and muralist known for transforming the energy of street culture into layered, large-scale works that bridge urban expression and contemporary fine art. Born and raised in Astoria, Queens, Romero began his artistic journey in the 1990s painting subway trains and city streets, learning the visual language of graffiti directly from New York’s streets. Romero’s work is defined by layered compositions, bold color, and rhythmic movement, often combining graffiti, photography, and mixed media to reflect the complexity of urban life. His pieces are meant to be experienced gradually—uncovered layer by layer—mirroring the depth and constant evolution of the city itself.

Brian Kirhagis, also known as BK The Artist, is a self-taught American painter recognized for his bold, layered compositions and socially conscious storytelling. Originally from Baltimore and now based in New York, his work has gained international attention for its originality, emotional depth, and striking visual complexity. Drawing inspiration from the human experience, his pieces often explore social issues, identity, and contemporary culture, blending artistic expression with powerful commentary. His approach is both fearless and intentional, tackling complex themes while maintaining a visually dynamic and accessible aesthetic.

In an era where social media dominates the art world, Amos Arrow's commitment to extreme privacy is a breath of fresh air. Despite being one of the hottest names in the New York art scene. Through their bold use of language and imagery, Arrow explores themes of identity, social justice, and personal empowerment, echoing the poetic intensity of Tupac Shakur's lyrics and the innovative spirit of Basquiat's graffiti roots. By rejecting the cult of personality that often accompanies artistic success, Arrow keeps the focus squarely on his innovative creations, allowing his art to speak for itself.

Justin Gilzene is a Bronx, NY native and self-taught artist. His artist career began after leaving Monroe College where he was a culinary arts major to focus on his true passion in painting. Justin pairs a cartoon character with a pop culture figure to bring out a powerful message to help shed light and awareness within the flaws and injustice in our country, and also within ourselves. In 2014 he had his first solo exhibition at Cotton Hustle, created a special commission piece of artwork for NBA player Andre Drummond from the Detroit Pistons, also for rapper Drake.

New York based artist Bradley Theodore’s work bridges street art, fashion, music and technology. He’s painted murals across the globe; done cover art for albums for the Wu Tang Clan, created art for Def Jam, Universal Records, and Sony. He’s been featured in Vogue for his iconic skeletalimages of Anna Wintour and Karl Lagerfeld. His works playfully explores fashion, graphic design and popular culture.

Tonia is a Mexican-Dutch-Indonesian painter and designer based in LA. She is primarily influenced by pop culture, and best known for her music inspired “Black&Gold” series; paintings of icons with lyrics written through hand painted images of the icons. She is well known and respected by the top musicians and producers in the music industry today. She’s been featured by SF MoMA as an upcoming Hispanic female artist, and her work has been collected by celebrities such as Diddy, Lady Gaga, and Usher.

Robert’s career as an artist began only a few years ago; finishing his first ever painting on the day he was told that a major surgery was required to improve his quality of life. The young Oklahoma artist was a Goodyear production worker who had been sketching his entire life. As his sketches became more popular, prospective high-profile clients were asking for paintings. Peterson’s works are now collected by fans worldwide, including superstar rapper and producer, Swizz Beatz, Darrell Revis, Carlos Boozer, Lil Wayne, and a prince in Dubai.

Fernando "Ski" Romero is a New York–based graffiti artist and muralist known for transforming the energy of street culture into layered, large-scale works that bridge urban expression and contemporary fine art. Born and raised in Astoria, Queens, Romero began his artistic journey in the 1990s painting subway trains and city streets, learning the visual language of graffiti directly from New York’s streets. At the core of his practice is a commitment to evolution and impact—blending the rawness of graffiti with structure, design, and purpose to create work that is both visually dynamic and culturally resonant.