Upper Playground got a chance to chat with Usugrow recently, and although he has had a busy year of gallery showings (most recently his thematic show in London), he maintains that T-Shirts are just as important as any of his canvas paintings, because they’re accessible to anyone. And to prove it, he’s releasing a line of Shinganist tees with Upper Playground. The tee’s follow in his distinct style that incorporates his signature skulls and uses black and white to create stark contrasts. All five t-shirts are available at Upper Playground’s retail stores, and online at the Upper Playground online store.
About Upper Playground
Based in San Francisco, CA, Upper Playground is the leader in today’s progressive art movement with its innovative apparel and accessories line and art galleries. Since 1999, Upper Playground has been recognized as a catalyst for the fusion of fashion with fine art. UP apparel and accessories are designed by local and international artists including Sam Flores, Jeremy Fish, Estevan Oriol, David Choe, and Alex Pardee. The Upper Playground collection is sold in over 300 boutiques worldwide and online. In addition, Upper Playground has stores and galleries in San Francisco, Berkeley, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, Mexico City and London.
http://www.upperplayground.com
About Usugrow:
Usugrow started drawing in 1993 for various hardcore metal bands, hip-hop groups, album covers, merchandise, clothing brands, shops, and skate companies. He is based in Japan and his black and white illustrations featuring delicate lines and unique lettering style are instantly recognizable. He skillfully and beautifully portrays opposing elements such as skulls and flowers, black and white, yin and yang, all expressing his belief that opposing elements can exist together.
