I have been a fan of Maya Hayuk's work for some time now, but recently came upon some of her newer work on a street art site, which leads me to this post. Her work reminds me of the playful colored pencil scribbles and paintings I used to do as a child. Hers are obviously more mature and awe-inspiring, as they're often complete installations in galleries or murals covering the sides of buildings. Her pieces ridiculous and psychedelic, and her titles are totally boss!
Ms. Hayuk created the piece below for the Democratic National Convention, of which she says, "The idea behind this piece was to invite people to be inside of this shouting, active mouth so they could feel like they are a part of the solution, rather than onlookers placing all their faith in a messiah-like politician." Whether you like that idea or not, the lady is one
rad painter, photographer, illustrator, and designer. One of the comments on the Fecal interview (link below) says Maya's work is "inspiring like a unicorn fighting for its awesomeness to prevail." Enough said!
(All photos/artwork copyright Maya Hayuk)
{Maya & Morgan Spurlock, inside her installation at the Democratic National Convention}
{Black Hole Information Paradox}
{The Future's So Bright, I Gotta Get Gay}
{Forever's Going To Start Tonight}
{Sexy Gazebo installation/party photos}
{custom tour banners for TV On The Radio}More on Maya on
Fecal Face dot com & on her website
mayahayuk.com.