Montana Cans LOOKBOOK 2022 Edition #7
It's that time again to welcome the release of the Montana Cans Lookbook 2022 edition #7. There is no rewind button on life, making it all the more important to reflect on the year that was, and the things that happened during that period. The Montana-Cans Lookbook does just that and reflects on some of the highlights from the year prior. A moment to reflect on those things that may not have received as much shine as they deserved while being "in the moment".
The 2021/2022 period was a particularly unique period not only for Montana Cans but for the world as a whole. Mankind arrived at what we hope is the end of the Coronavirus pandemic, there was turbulence in many regions, and the global population started to come to terms with the new financial challenges of life. But apart from increasing prices and challenging health/social situations, there were also many positive moments that brought innovation, fun, color, and creativity back into our lives.
The Montana Cans collaborations continued with our many partners, artistic friends, and organizations within the creative world, including a vast array of amazing limited-edition cans, cool collectible products, and new innovations that make painting and creating even more enjoyable than before. Countless brave event organizers pushed forward with their dreams and their world-class events, with Montana Cans as partners on board regardless of the social and political hurdles put in place in the name of health and safety. And off the radar, the global graffiti community kept on creating and pushing our culture forward despite the challenges put in place around them.
Regardless of where you were in 2021/2022, steel, bricks, canvas, furniture, and even clothing all got a special creative touch that Montana Cans was proud to be part of. With this in mind, we present to you the Montana-Cans Lookbook 2022 Edition #7 for your enjoyment. Available here digitally and in limited amounts in print at selected Montana Cans partners and resellers.
Nychos Primal Truth New
Nychos Primal Truth New Mural by L.A. and Vienna based artist NYCHOS for STADT.WAND.KUNST (SWK) Location Mannheim, Germany Photography Alexander Krziwanie / MontanaCans Profile @nychos www.nychos.com 56 Production Nychos Primal Truth
It’s summer, it’s warm, and the smell of paint fills the streets of Jungbusch, Mannheim again, as the STADT.WAND.KUNST project rolls out another season of its open-air gallery. An event that has not only attracted the attention of the locals but also that of street art lovers worldwide. “I belong to myself again.” A strong statement from an artist that shows inner clarity and a statement of confirmation as a process comes to an end with the completion of Primal Truth, by celebrated Austrian street artist, NYCHOS. The image, depicting a man who transparent, inner energy exposed. He is seated on the earth in a position of meditation, is merging or melting into the upper portion of a wolf. Merged, they look upwards to the sky for guidance, where the magic of astrology plays out above them. Although transparent, this time the figures appear to be whole. A long process for NYCHOS, who primarily resides in Los Angeles, and had become famous for his large-scale mural works depicting dissected animals, figures, and popular culture icons. He is seated on the earth in a position of meditation, is merging or melting into the upper portion of a wolf NYCHOS has gone through illness, his deepest depths, and transformation. Primal Truth speaks about NYCHOS’s experiences from his past, like growing up in a hunting family, facing illness and depression, and the realization of feeling no inner purpose. Through the more positive experiences of visiting a shaman and experiencing what is described as Ego-Death (complete loss of subjective self-identity), which led NYCHOS through ↑ Scissor lift loaded and ready to elevate. NYCHOS‘s selection of Montana GOLD and BLACK cans colors does not fit any mold. ↓ High above the streets of Mannheim painting in between the rain and the sun. ← The finishing touches after a demanding period of painting. All the effort was more than worth it. ↓ A cap of choice NYCHOS, the Black / Pink fat cap gets the job done accurately and fast. Production Nychos Primal Truth 57
