Invader – Rubik Camouflage

Begun in 2005, Invader's Rubikcubism series constructs images solely using the six-colour palette and square tiles found on a Rubik’s Cube. In doing so, the resulting images convey a similar impact to the abstractions of Pointillism or Cubism, with the subject of the artwork made visible only through physical distance or when viewed through a smartphone.

The Rubikcubism prints represent highlights from Invader's series thus far, translating the original sculpture-images into a new medium and format. Invaded Cube is a Rubik's Cube with the artist's logo, and Rubik Camouflage uses the Rubik's Cube to replicate his iconic alien motif. Rubik Country Life emerges from his Rubik Low Fidelity series of works after the covers of his favourite albums, while Rubik Shot Red Marilyn is a highlight from his Rubik Master Pieces series of tributes to great artworks. Though each distinct, the prints remain unified under the same aesthetic, which fuses inspiration from video games and pop culture.

The elusive street artist Invader uses his now-ubiquitous pixelated characters to bring the digital world to the physical world and art to the masses. Self-described as an Unidentified Free Artist (UFA) whose identity is perennially hidden behind masks and digital pixelations, his pseudonym reflects his artistic practice - to invade public spaces with art.

The elusive street artist Invader uses his now-ubiquitous pixelated characters to bring the digital world to the physical world and art to the masses. Self-described as an UFA whose identity is perennially hidden behind masks and digital pixelations, his pseudonym reflects his artistic practice - to invade public spaces with Rubik's Cubes.

Medium: Diasec-mounted Giclée on aluminium composite panel, weighing 13.5kg
Date: 2023
Dimensions: 100 x 100 cm
Edition: 812
Sign: Numbered and hand-signed on the label