Invader Pixelated Street Art

INVADER: The Pioneer of Pixelated Street Art

September 23, 2024/Robin Rile

Invader LED screen print limited edition artwork.

Invader – L.E.D. Screen Print 50 x 70cm Edition of 100 + 10 AP + 2 HC + 2 PP PRICE: on request

INVADER, born Franck Slama in 1969, is a French contemporary artist renowned for his innovative fusion of digital aesthetics and urban art. Since the late 1990s, he has gained global recognition for his mosaic “Space Invaders,” inspired by the iconic 1978 arcade game. These pixelated figures, often installed covertly on city walls worldwide, recontextualize public spaces into urban playgrounds, blending nostalgia, technology, and artistic rebellion. To date, Invader has “invaded” over 80 cities across the globe, leaving behind a trail of art that blurs the boundaries between the virtual and the tangible.

Invader Sunset glow-in-the-dark screen print.

Invader – Sunset (Glow in the dark) Dimensions: 42 x 42cm Medium: Screen Print Edition of 100 + 20 AP + 3 HC SOLD

A graduate of the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Invader began his career as a traditional artist before gravitating toward street art. His unique medium—hand-assembled ceramic tiles—was chosen for its durability and its pixelated appearance, reminiscent of early digital graphics. These mosaics often depict pop culture icons or abstract arrangements, resonating with themes of memory, identity, and the digitization of contemporary life.

INVADER- Invaderoma- Micromosaics on book

INVADER Invaderoma (2010) Micromosaics on book cover, in artist’s Plexiglass frame. Executed in 2010, this work is from an edition of 60. Size: H 25cm x W 22.1cm (9 7/8 x 8 3/4 in.) Signed by the artist PRICE: on request

Invader Invaderoma micromosaic art from 2010.

“My work is about liberating art from the traditional contexts of museums and galleries and bringing it into the streets where everyone can experience it,” Invader has said. This ethos is evident in his collectible artworks, which translate his urban installations into prints, micromosaics, and tile-based sculptures, offering collectors a piece of his public art mission.

Invader Binary Code Black screen print limited edition

Invader – Binary Code (Black) Screen Print 50 x 70cm Edition of 50 + 5 AP + 1 PP PRICE: on request

Notable in his portfolio are screen prints like Binary Code (Black) and L.E.D., which echo the minimalistic, code-driven aesthetic of his street mosaics. Meanwhile, pieces like Invaderoma (2010), crafted from micromosaics, showcase his precision and ingenuity in adapting his street art to collectible forms. Unique works, such as CAMO for Pharrell (2023), extend his practice into bespoke creations, blending ceramic and crystal tiles to evoke layered meanings of camouflage and cultural visibility.

Invader Alert Blue Special screen print limited edition.

Invader – Alert (Blue Special) Dimensions: 60 x 60cm Medium: Screen Print Edition of 60 + 5 AP PRICE: on request

Invader Homeworks signed screen print limited edition.

Invader – Homeworks (Signed) Screen Print 50 x 70cm Edition of 100 + 10 AP PRICE: on request

For investors, Invader’s work represents a convergence of rarity, cultural relevance, and artistic innovation. His pieces consistently perform well at auctions, with demand driven by his limited editions and the increasing global awareness of street art as a legitimate and valuable art form. Invader’s ability to connect with audiences through nostalgia and technology ensures his enduring appeal, making his works a compelling addition to any serious collection.

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