Jamie Hewlett, the iconic British artist and visionary force behind some of pop culture’s most rebellious characters, has revealed the online release of a new open edition print of Tank Girl.
This piece revisits the cult comic series he co-created with writer Alan Martin in 1988, now meticulously reimagined for the twenty-first century. The print will be available for purchase starting 1st November at 10 AM GMT and will close on 30th November at 10 AM GMT. In a move designed to broaden accessibility, Hewlett’s new Tank Girl print is priced at just £100, underscoring his commitment to making art available to a wider audience. The open edition format ensures that more fans and collectors alike can claim a piece of this legendary work.
Hewlett’s journey into the spotlight began in the late 1980s with Tank Girl, a first-of-its-kind comic strip that combined anarchic storytelling and a punk aesthetic.
Over the course of more than three decades, Hewlett has defied classification, drawing from an eclectic array of inspirations and working across various mediums to craft his pioneering art. With a style marked by its restless energy and a do-it-yourself ethos, his work has always retained a defiant edge.
Archival Inkjet with Varnish Overlay on Somerset Enhanced Infinity 330gsm Paper
42 x 45cm
A self-taught artist encouraged to draw from an early age by his creatively inclined parents, Hewlett’s influences span a rich tapestry—from the vivid pop sensibilities of David Hockney and the storytelling mastery of Norman Rockwell to the animation genius of Chuck Jones and the innovative visual language of Moebius, Jean Giraud, and Charles M. Schulz.
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Tank Girl emerged during the UK’s comic renaissance in the early 1990s, a time when artists like Alan Moore, Brian Bolland, Grant Morrison, and Garth Ennis helped define an era. Published initially in the influential magazine Deadline, the series was set in a surreal, post-apocalyptic Australia and featured an anti-heroine who piloted a tank and reveled in chaos.
With its irreverent humour, sharp dialogue, and unapologetically rebellious spirit, Tank Girl struck a chord with readers and quickly grew into a global cult phenomenon.
Now, as Tank Girl is re-envisioned for 2024, she retains her status as a symbol of counterculture, defiance, and empowerment. This release marks the fourth in a line of Hewlett’s open edition collectible prints, following the success of Warriors, The Magnificent Seven, and Clones, which all sold out.
Tank Girl 2024, drops 1st November at Jamie Hewlett website, the only destination for new Jamie Hewlett work. The new Tank Girl open edition print is priced at £100.
©2024 Jamie Hewlett
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