**APC ART is pleased to present an outstanding work by one of the most exciting artists bridging contemporary culture and nostalgia: *Mark Drew*.**

Mark Drew has built a global reputation for merging the visual language of classic cartoons with the lyrical poetry of hip-hop, R&B, and street culture. Born in Australia and based in Tokyo, Drew has become synonymous with a distinct aesthetic that feels both familiar and rebellious — sentimental childhood iconography colliding with the language of adulthood, ambition, and identity. His exhibitions in Los Angeles, Tokyo, Berlin, Hong Kong, and Sydney consistently sell out, cementing his position as one of the most collected contemporary pop artists of his generation.

The work offered here, titled *PTP (LL COOL J)*, is a **3-color silkscreen print**, measuring **60cm x 60cm**. It is **hand signed and hand numbered by the artist in graphite pencil**, and carries his official blind stamp. From an edition of **just 200 works**, this image is a bold, graphic statement centered around the raw energy and competitive spirit of LL Cool J — one of hip-hop’s earliest and most iconic voices. The boxing gloves, fully saturated in red, dominate the composition, while the cartoon character slumps beneath the ropes, visually echoing LL’s timeless message: *“Competition’s paying the price.”*

This imagery is quintessential Mark Drew — a blend of humor, cultural reference, and psychological punch. The use of pared-down line work, flat fields of yellow and white, and a single narrative phrase feels like a comic panel ripped from a childhood memory and then weaponized with adult lyricism. Drew’s collectors (and the institutions that exhibit him) understand this is precisely why his work resonates: nostalgia reimagined through the lens of empowerment and attitude.

*PTP (LL COOL J)* is extremely desirable from an investment standpoint. Mark Drew’s market has experienced rapid global acceleration in the last three years, with collectors scrambling to acquire early or culturally significant editions tied to foundational hip-hop references. This work sits squarely in that category — fresh, immediately recognizable, and deeply emblematic of his signature style.

The artwork is **in hand** and will ship immediately from the USA. 
We are pleased to offer **archival framing options** so the piece arrives ready to display and enjoy.

APC ART — rare cultural works for the discerning collector.

Provenance

Purchased direct from artist upon lottery release. Included with the work will be a hand signed thank you note from the artist as well as a copy of the original receipt. 

Condition

The work is brand new.